2026 Technology Graduate Programme – Platform Engineer

London1d ago

Seniority: Junior

About the role

<div class="content-intro">About Man Group Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. Man Group takes a partnership approach to working with clients, establishing deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals and those of the millions of retirees and savers they represent. Headquartered in London, we manage $228.7 billion* and operate across multiple offices globally. Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. Further information can be found at <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.man.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CSarah.Salta%40man.com%7C50106c0fbadc415bae6b08dd71e5d131%7Cf771e26b93bc4bbe8f6b7cd560ce9350%7C0%7C0%7C638791954087076774%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=5iuJXx8lcIhasW1cs1O9OyY6uKEhZDGiG5RgG9UVIsU%3D&reserved=0">www.man.com</a> * As at 31 March 2026</div><span data-ccp-parastyle="0 Man Heading - Level 1" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"b15fb24b-bc94-5a94-9153-41dddb651d3b|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469775450,"0 Man Heading - Level 1",201340122,"2",134234082,"true",134233614,"true",469778129,"0ManHeading-Level1",335572020,"1",469777841,"Rubik Medium",469777842,"Rubik SemiBold",469777844,"Rubik Medium",469769226,"Rubik Medium,Rubik SemiBold",335551500,"7028224",268442635,"24",335559705,"1033",335551547,"1033",335559739,"120",335559738,"480",469777929,"0 Man Heading - Level 1 Char",469777843,"Rubik"]}" data-ccp-parastyle-linked-defn="{"ObjectId":"bef6d664-b228-56f7-92d0-7c9c2d752cd3|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469775450,"0 Man Heading - Level 1 Char",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"0ManHeading-Level1Char",335572020,"1",134231262,"true",469777841,"Rubik Medium",469777842,"Rubik SemiBold",469777844,"Rubik Medium",469769226,"Rubik Medium,Rubik SemiBold",335551500,"7028224",268442635,"24",335551547,"2057",469777929,"0 Man Heading - Level 1",469777843,"Rubik"]}">About Man Group & Platform Engineering  <span data-ccp-parastyle="0 Man Body" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"5d0f233d-0dec-55cb-897c-97fc7cd354a6|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469777841,"Rubik Light",469777844,"Rubik Light",469769226,"Rubik Light",268442635,"18",335559705,"1033",335559740,"288",201341983,"0",335559739,"120",469777842,"Times New Roman",469777843,"Rubik",469775450,"0 Man Body",201340122,"2",134234082,"true",134233614,"true",469778129,"0ManBody",335572020,"1",335559738,"120",469777929,"0 Man Body Char",469778324,"Normal"]}" data-ccp-parastyle-linked-defn="{"ObjectId":"91721b66-7b46-5f46-a8ce-928748ba5ba7|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469775450,"0 Man Body Char",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"0ManBodyChar",335572020,"1",134231262,"true",469777841,"Rubik Light",469777844,"Rubik Light",469769226,"Rubik Light",268442635,"18",335551547,"2057",469777929,"0 Man Body",469777842,"Times New Roman",469777843,"Rubik"]}">Man Group is a global, technology-driven active investment management firm dedicated to delivering alpha and portfolio solutions for clients. At Man Group, technology and data are at the heart of everything we do, creating a dynamic environment where innovation meets investment management. We actively engage with the technology community by hosting and sponsoring events (PyData, Hackathons, DEV.BG), speaking at industry conferences and open-sourcing technology; see <a href="http://github.com/man-group">github.com/man-group</a>    Platform Engineering is the powerhouse behind our technology infrastructure. We equip investment teams with the tools to scale their strategies and operate effectively, from expansive data storage and high-performance computing in our data centres to massive on-premises database deployments and cutting-edge end-user devices. We are also responsible for keeping Man Group secure and automating infosec processes, ensuring seamless operations across the firm.    About the programme  Our Technology Graduate Programme begins with a 3-month bootcamp into software development followed by the opportunity to explore three Platform Engineering teams over two years. This includes Python Platform, Infrastructure (Linux. Windows, Networks, Storage, Databases, Infosec), End-User, and Architecture and Operations. You'll tackle impactful projects, receive formal training, gain mentorship from senior leaders and develop a thorough understanding of our business. Upon successfully completing the programme, you’ll be well-positioned to build a long-term career at Man Group    What can you learn?  <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="32" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Managing large internal data centres with tens of thousands of cores and hundreds of terabytes of memory, running Python at scale. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="32" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Building and managing Man Group’s infrastructure, both on-premises and in the cloud, using technologies such as Python, .Net, Linux, Windows Server, Databases and Storage Systems </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="32" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Writing software to automate infrastructure and creating flexible self-service technology for thousands of users across Man Group </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="32" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Maintaining reliable systems while administering petabyte-scale storage and large GPU deployments  </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="32" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1">Operating and optimising global network interconnects within our data centres. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="32" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1">Working closely with business stakeholders in a dynamic environment. </li> </ul>   Who are we looking for?   Join us as an Associate Engineer in the Platform Engineering department and you'll be part of a team that builds and runs the platform powering Man Group's hedge funds.     Key skills & experiences:   <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="31" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Experience working with any of the following programming or scripting languages: C#/ Java/ Python/ Powershell/ C++ </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="31" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Your technical experience may have been gained through open source maintenance, 2+ years of relevant industry experience, or as a recent graduate or currently studying for a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related discipline </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="31" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Understanding of how source control and continuous deployment workflows work with tools like git </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="31" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Experience administrating operating systems e.g. Linux, Windows or MacOS and understanding of cloud technologies </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="31" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1">Self-organised with the ability to prioritise and effectively manage time across multiple projects </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="31" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1">Excellent communication and problem-solving skills  </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="31" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1">Exceptional troubleshooting skills  </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="31" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":644,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1">Self-starter with a desire to learn and understand more about the business environment in which you work </li> </ul>   If you don't meet every requirement but are excited about the role and can pass our tech test, we encourage you to apply.  Even if your experience isn't a perfect match, you might be the right fit for this or other roles.    <span data-ccp-parastyle="0 Man Bullet Points - Level 2" 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data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Online Technical Test </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="33" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Pair Programming Interview  </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="33" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Technical Interview </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="33" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1">Final Interview </li> </ul>  <div class="content-conclusion">Inclusion, Work-Life Balance and Benefits at Man Group You'll thrive in our working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry. Learn more at <a href="https://www.man.com/diversity">www.man.com/diversity</a>. You'll have opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives, while advancing your career through professional development, and with flexible working arrangements available too. Like all our people, you'll receive two annual 'Mankind' days of paid leave for community volunteering. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact <a href="mailto:TalentAcquisition@man.com">TalentAcquisition@man.com</a>. <iframe style="display: table; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 1000px; height: 565px;" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/z3YUoZQVCHQ?si=Mr5TZZZWjNlFwnEb" width="1000" height="565"></iframe>  </div>

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401k
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
Free Gym Membership

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