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Software Engineer Apprentice

Software Engineer Apprentice

Posted 25 March by QA Ltd
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Employer Description:

Dynamic, rapidly growing company with 20 years’ experience as a leading software provider, in the UK and internationally.  Excels in the delivery of high quality, customisable asset management software to support organisations' key aims and objectives. Dedicated to our core values of Customer, Communication and Collaboration - we work as a team to drive our company forward by providing the best product experience for our customers.

Main Role:

Working alongside members of the Development team this role will gain exposure to a variety of projects.

Principally the role will be to maintain and develop our in-house Continuous Improvement and Continuous Development (CICD) build process and automated tests.

Additionally, there are opportunities to develop the web application, take the build tool to the next level with Azure DevOps and implement best industry practise including Test Driven Development (TDD) and design patterns.

Duties:

  • Maintain and improve our current build process and automated testing.
  • Work on various development tasks related to web and mobile (both using C#).
  • Adhere to best working practices as defined in ISO & Policies.
  • Desirable Skills:
    • Knowledge of Azure Dev Ops or Team City would be advantageous.
    • Understanding of the security practices in the Software Development Life cycle (SDLC).
    • Knowledge of dev ops principles/concepts/ techniques.
    • An interest in variety of test techniques. (TDD and Automation)
    • Development experience in .Net. (C#)
    • Strong mathematical/logical reasoning skills.

    Personal Qualities:

    • Team player who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment/ Good communicator.
    • Ability to multi-task, prioritise and keep a calm head.
    • Attention to detail.

    Desired Qualifications:

    • ISTQB Foundation Level (desired but not essential)

    Entry Requirements:

    • The learner must have completed a Level 3 Software Development Apprenticeship with QA or have an equivalent qualification with another training provider
    • OR an A-level in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) subject and a successful completion of our aptitude test
    • OR a BTEC Diploma in IT and a successful completion of our aptitude test
    • OR 2 years’ experience in a relevant role and successful completion of our aptitude test
    • You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.
    • If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications. 

    For more information please visit the UK ENIC website. 

    • Company Perks/Benefits:
    • Annual Pay Review
    • Annual Bonus
    • Wellbeing Support
    • Social Club
    • Free parking

    Future Prospects: 

    • Role to be reviewed near end of FTC. Previously we’ve had apprentices go onto another higher level IT apprenticeship, accept a permanent role or part ways, it does depend on the business needs nearer the end of the apprenticeship. 

    Important Information: 

    Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed. 

    Apply now!

  • Reference: 52371018

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