Software Developer Apprentice

Summary

Autumn Leaf Digital are looking for an outstanding Ruby on Rails Developer Apprentice to learn and contribute to the development of our client's web applications. You will be trained in Ruby on Rails framework, coding best practices, and more. You will work closely with experienced developers to gain hands-on experience in building web applications.

Annual wage: £11,648 a year
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Training course: Software developer (level 4)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. 1 hour unpaid break.
35 hours a week
Possible start date: Friday 25 October
Duration: 2 Years 3 Months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Learn and apply Ruby on Rails framework for web application development
Collaborate with experienced developers to understand project requirements, design, and implementation
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code adhering to best practices
Participate in code reviews and learn from feedback
Assist in troubleshooting, debugging, and maintaining existing applications
Familiarize yourself with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborate on code repositories
Understand and implement testing methodologies (e.g., unit testing, integration testing)
Continuously expand your knowledge of web development technologies, frameworks, and industry trends
Participate in project planning, estimation, and task management
Communicate effectively with team members, project managers, and stakeholders
Develop an understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum)
Learn and apply principles of object-oriented programming (OOP) and Model-View-Controller (MVC) architecture
Gain exposure to front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and their integration with Ruby on Rails
Understand and implement best practices for web application security, performance, and scalability
Participate in code deployments and server management (e.g., Heroku, AWS)

Where you’ll work

Room 205

Boho Five Bridge Street East

Middlesbrough

TS2 1NY

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE

Your training course

Software developer (level 4)

Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)

Course contents

create logical and maintainable code

develop effective user interfaces

link code to data sets

test code and analyse results to correct errors found using unit testing

conduct a range of test types, such as Integration, System, User Acceptance, Non-Functional, Performance and Security testing.

identify and create test scenarios

apply structured techniques to problem solving, debug code and understand the structure of programmes in order to identify and resolve issues

create simple software designs to effectively communicate understanding of the program

create analysis artefacts, such as use cases and/or user stories

build, manage and deploy code into the relevant environment

apply an appropriate software development approach according to the relevant paradigm (for example object oriented, event driven or procedural)

follow software designs and functional or technical specifications

follow testing frameworks and methodologies

follow company, team or client approaches to continuous integration, version and source control

communicate software solutions and ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders

apply algorithms, logic and data structures

interpret and implement a given design whist remaining compliant with security and maintainability requirements

Your training plan

Level 4 Software Developer apprenticeship standard
Day release one day per week to Middlesbrough College

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths and English (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Analytical skills
Team working

Other requirements

This vacancy is to start immediately therefore you must be available to start before applying. All closing, interview and start dates are subject to change and may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment. Northern Skills will check candidates' eligibility prior to any interviews.

About this company

Based in the North East of England, we work with some amazing clients across the UK and internationally. We work with you collaboratively to define and develop digital products and solutions that will drive your business forward. If there is a problem, we will find a solution for you. We work towards your budget and expectations to become your full digital agency.

https://autumnleafdigital.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Depending on the circumstances of the business upon completion of the apprenticeship programme there could be a potential position of employment available

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