Careers at Cursor

Vacancies

There are currently no vacancies, but don't let that put you off! We always want to hear from talented people who feel they have something to add to our team.

If you're a developer, designer, or you just want to get involved with what we do, get in touch and let's have a chat.

Drop us a line at hello@cursor.co.uk and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

Roles we typically
recruit for

Front end
developers

Front end developers are responsible for designing and building websites and software in a way that makes it easy for users to understand and interact with content. They use HTML, CSS and JavaScript to bring concepts to life across different browsers and devices.

Software
developers

Software developers design, build, deploy and maintain the software and systems behind websites and apps. They are responsible for writing clear, secure code which can be followed and shared with other team members.

Project
delivery

Delivery managers are responsible for liaising between clients, team members and end-users to ensure that projects are delivered on budget, on time, and within scope. They play an active role in data analysis, workflow planning and time management.

Interaction
designers

Interaction designers work closely with front end developers to devise and implement the best strategies for allowing users to interact with websites and apps. They are often involved in user research to understand how users interact with services.

Content
designers

Content designers use content to complement design. It is their responsibility to write and design content, and present it to users in the best format to help them understand the services they are using as easily and accurately as possible.

UX
researchers

User experience (UX) researchers investigate user behaviour, needs and motivations to make informed decisions about how digital products and services should be designed to create the most intuitive and enjoyable experience for users.

Students

Here at Cursor we understand the importance of planning for the future, and that includes investing in the next generation of designers and developers. We welcome students to join us for work experience or internships to get real-world industry experience.

Internships

Hadi Farhat

Hadi joined Cursor on a one year internship as part of his degree course. After studying for a further year to secure his Master's degree, Hadi was offered a permanent position on the Cursor team, focusing mainly on software development.

What I learned from the experience

I quickly realised that soft skills, such as communication, are just as important as hard skills, such as programming. For example, when I'm talking with a client, my communication skills in terms of how I articulate the work I've done has proven to be just as valuable as the actual work.

I learned, and am still learning, to plan ahead and meet deadlines. Finally, a vital skill I've acquired is the ability to work within a team towards a defined objective.

Tips I would give other students on placement

Value soft skills above hard ones!
Accept all forms of work. Even if it seems menial, if you change your perspective, it could be an opportunity to learn something new.
Physical fitness is important. Go to the gym or play some sports in your free time.
Make friends outside work and make sure to hang out with them on weekends. This way, you’ll come to Monday morning feeling fresh and ready for work.

Photo of Hadi, Nick and Riz at the Lincoln Hack 2018

Rizwana Khan

The day after her 20th birthday, Riz accepted a one year internship at Cursor which, in Riz’s words, was "truly transformative"...

"After the first week ended, I was already shattered. I stressed over how much I didn’t know, how much I felt like I really was an imposter sitting next to a brilliant team who would always know more than I ever could. I might have even counted the exact number of weeks that awaited until the end...Then, days began to change themselves...

"Without a doubt, each member of the team was paramount to this growth I had never expected or envisioned. And while there were challenges, deadlines, and mistakes, there was also laughter, mentoring, and pancakes! For the opportunity of spending my time in the company of such a team, was a highlight of my year..."

Read Riz’s full blog post here

Since graduating

JH Agency, Summer Design Intern/Part-time Junior Design
ProjectFunction, Co-founder
Vercel, Customer Success Department
Public speaker, poet and podcaster

Andrew Smith

Andrew joined Cursor in 2017 for a one year internship as part of his University degree. It’s fair to say he experienced a steep learning curve, both in terms of technical skills and team work, but also in terms of working life and managing long days in the office!

My advice to students

Push out of your comfort zone in order to grow
Get an all-round experience to make the most of your internship
Nothing worth having comes easy
Take care of yourself, physically and mentally

Since graduating

Nuom, Full stack developer
Experian, Software developer

Photo of Andrew presenting an award at the Lincolnshire Digital Awards

If you're interested in the possibility of arranging an internship at Cursor, please get in touch, including details of your current course/level of study and any specific areas of interest or aspirations.

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Work experience

GCSE & A Level students

We welcome students from local schools and colleges to join us for work experience. Typically, these are for one working week, scheduled during the late spring/early summer. Students are shown all aspects of Cursor by shadowing each of our team, giving them a first-hand view of different roles within the digital design and technology industry.

Recent placements

Year 10, Lincoln University Technical College
Year 10, Branston Community College

If you’d like to join us for your work experience placement, please send an overview of your current studies/level, aspirations and any specific areas of industry interest, and we’ll get back to you.

Enquire now