More than a Graduate Programme

This is your launchpad to a successful career

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What you learn during the BBD Graduate Programme

Our Graduate Programme has been carefully put together to bridge the gap between what you’ve learnt at university, and the skills you need to flourish in the IT industry and at BBD.

The year-long programme starts in January and not only gives you hands-on project experience from day 1, but also exposes you to different languages, tools, approaches and methodologies to grow the breadth of your technical knowledge. By taking part in both group and individual learning with the help of dedicated advisors and mentors, this really is the launchpad for a successful career in software development.

We’ve also made sure to pack our programme with all the good stuff! Because we wouldn’t be BBD if we didn’t have fun while working hard. From battle decks, team events, and game jams to tech talks and guest lectures – it’s a year like no other.

Programme breakdown

We’ve broken the programme down into 4 key areas, each helping you get more technically savvy and comfortable with what you need to know so that you can thrive in this industry.

Deeper tech knowledge

Java

JavaScript

Databases

System design

Web

Security fundamentals

Cloud

Individualised learning

Project experience

Learning through fun

Java

JavaScript

Databases

System design

Web

Security fundamentals

Cloud

C# fundamentals
Object-orientation
Memory management
Testing
.Net Core

Java fundamentals
Object-orientation
Memory management
Testing
Spring fundamentals

JavaScript fundamentals
Syntax fundamentals
TypeScript
Angular and React

Relational databases
SQL Server
Data definition language concepts
Data manipulation language concepts
Normalisation

Design concept fundamentals
Design patterns
Service design
Architectural principles

HTML and CSS fundamentals
Graphics and scripting
Intro to JavaScript

Authentication
Authorisation
O Auth
OWASP
Penetration testing

Cloud fundamentals
Cloud native development
Containerisation
DevOps

Personalised learning journey
Dedicated advisor
Access to valuable highly rated material
Collaboration with industry experts
Self-directed assisted learning
Meeting personal technical goals

Hands-on experience
Dedicated mentor
Build in your primary language
Small to large teams
Collaborative work
Team-based learning

Hackathons
Game jams
Tech talks
Battle decks
Internal and external guest lectures

Why you want to work with us

Offices around the world
Gamified Continuous Learning Programme
Own annual tech event – Esc@pe
Onsite tech lab
Over 900 super clever tech experts
We attend and sponsor major conferences
Proudly empower talented female coders
Founded programme with Umuzi
Founding partner of WeThinkCode_
Involved in tech community
AWS Advanced and Well-Architected Partner
Microsoft Gold Partner
Cultural exchanges between office
Epic internal events and parties
Endless opportunities to grow
Easy access to mentoring
Vibrant company culture
Exposure to a myriad of technologies

From grad to… CEO (and everything in between)

Did you know our CEO started as a grad back in the day? We’ve had quite a few grads start with BBD over the years, even before we had an official Grad Programme. As they’ve grown in knowledge and skill, these alumni have made some incredible career moves in BBD. Take a look at some of their journeys