UX Graduate

Innovate. Lead. Transform.

Looking to kickstart your career and make a global impact? Join Ocado Group’s Graduate Programme and become a driving force in the future of technology.

Why Ocado Group?

Ocado Group delivers innovative technology solutions powered by the latest advancements in automation, robotics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, catering to the online grocery and non-grocery distribution sectors.

With over 20 years of experience in the online grocery industry and a portfolio of patented technologies, we strive to transform the economics and service standards of grocery ecommerce on a global scale.

A workplace culture that celebrates diversity, collaboration, and creativity.

UX Graduate Programme 2025:

• Start Date: 9th September 2025
• Closing date for applications: Assessment Centre: Rolling. Apply now to be considered for an assessment centre in April 2025
• Duration of Programme: 2 years
• Contract Type: Fixed-term, full-time
• Educational Requirements: BA, Masters or equivalent in User Experience Design, Human Computer Interaction Design, Visual Design, Psychology, Computer Science, Graphic Design, Product Design, Digital Media or similar. You’ll also need to demonstrate a passion for a career in UX.
• Location: Hatfield/London. We follow a hybrid working model, combining remote work with office presence based on the placement and business requirements. A minimum of two days per week in the office is expected.

The UX Graduate Programme:

Our graduate rotation scheme is designed to give you first-hand experience of all aspects of UX. Want to know where you’ll thrive the most? Here’s your chance to learn.

Ocado Technology is putting the world’s retailers online. We develop innovative software and systems that power Ocado.com, the world’s largest online-only grocery retailer as well as the global ‘Ocado Smart Platform’. With everything from websites and apps to fully autonomous warehouses that we design in-house, our employees need to be specialists in a wide range of technologies to help drive our business - we’re looking for the next generation of UX specialists and future pioneers.

Over four six-month placements, you’ll work in UX teams across Ocado Technology, gaining knowledge and insight into UX Research and UX Design.

Here are some examples of the placements you could be working in on the scheme:

• Ecommerce: Putting yourself in the shoes of online grocery shoppers to help design the future of online grocery. Working on native mobile and tablet apps as well as web responsive interfaces.
• Logistics / Supply Chain: Planning the journey of perishable goods from the point of origin to the point of consumption and everything in between is a critical part of running the end-to-end operation. The teams provides our retailers with innovative logistic planning and stock management tools that run the logistics and supply chain operations of the platform.
• Fulfilment: Help design the systems being used to ship thousands of grocery items every day. The team build interfaces for a variety of devices and use cases, focusing on the relation between physical tasks and digital interfaces.

What we look for

We need analytical, tenacious and inquisitive people who can create positive outcomes in a challenging, fast-paced environment and who are looking to join a truly innovative, fast-growing business. You have or are expecting a degree, BSc, BA, Masters or equivalent in User Experience Design, Human Computer Interaction Design, Visual Design, Psychology, Computer Science, Graphic Design, Product Design, Digital Media or similar. You’ll also need to demonstrate a passion for a career in UX.

Our Technology UX Graduate scheme suits high achievers with creative minds, who are keen to grow their visual awareness, UX skills and technical aptitude to help design accessible, user-centred solutions that meet commercial goals and deliver an amazing user experience.

We’re a very diverse group of people, with over 70+ UXers coming from all horizons with different perspectives, and we run regular community meetings to showcase our work and learn from others. There will be plenty of opportunities to work on a variety of projects with other designers, researchers, product managers, product analysts, data scientists and engineering teams.

We advocate a value-led culture to get our teams working at their very best and to help create a collaborative working environment that our people love. Our core values of Build Trust, Aligned Autonomy, Craft smart, Collective potential and Learn Fast help drive our innovative culture.

We’re all about innovation and refusing to accept the status quo, so if you’re keen to push the limits of your learning – and our technology – we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience through rotational placements across key business areas.
• A personalised learning journey, designed to accelerate your growth and career development.
• Access to our Future Leaders Programme (FLP) alongside your scheme, where you’ll develop essential leadership skills and build a strong network.

Benefits of Joining Us:

• 15% discount and free delivery on ocado.com.
• Hybrid working model for flexibility.
• 25 days annual leave, with the option to purchase more.
• Work up to 30 days per year from anywhere in the world.
• Free shuttle service from Hatfield Train Station.
• Competitive pension, share schemes, and private medical insurance.
• Exclusive discounts on retailers, gyms, cinemas, and more.

Application Process:

Our application process is designed to showcase your unique strengths. We’ll guide you every step of the way:

• Online Application: Share your story and aspirations.
• Online Tests: Show us your problem-solving skills.
• Video Interview: Let us get to know you better.
• Virtual Assessment Centre: Collaborate with peers and demonstrate your abilities.

Join us on this journey

At Group, we celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more about our approach to Diversity and Inclusion here.

This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Sponsorship and is subject to your right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme.

Build a career with everyday pioneers. If you’re ready to transform the way the world shops, apply today!