Apprentice Software Development Technician

Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Associate .NET Developer to join our experienced development team assisting with all functions of software coding and design. You should have a good working knowledge of basic programming languages, the ability to learn new technology quickly, and the ability to work in a team environment.

Annual wage: £18,000 a year
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Training course: Software development technician (level 3)
Hours: Monday to Friday 7 1/5 hours per day
37 hours a week
Possible start date: Thursday 7 November
Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Positions available: 2

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

Key responsibilities and accountabilities
•           Assisting the development team with all aspects of software design and coding
•           Attending and contributing to team development meetings
•           Learning the codebase and improving your coding skills
•           Writing and maintaining code
•           Working on minor bug fixes
•           Monitoring the technical performance of internal systems
•           Responding to requests from the development team
•           Conducting development tests

Where you’ll work

Watermoor Point

Watermoor Road

No 6, The Atrium

Cirencester

GL7 1LF

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

CIRENCESTER COLLEGE

Your training course

Software development technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Write simple code for discrete software components following an appropriate logical approach to agreed standards (whether web, mobile or desktop applications) under supervision

Apply appropriate secure development principles to specific software components at all stages of development

Support development of effective user interfaces

Make simple connections between code and defined data sources as specified

Test simple code and analyse results to correct errors found using unit testing under supervision

Conduct a range of test types under supervision , such as Functional and Non -Functional.

Apply structured techniques to problem solving, including carry out simple debug of code

Follows organisational and industry good coding practices (including for naming, commenting etc.)

Solve logical problems, seeking assistance when required (including appropriate mathematical application)

Support the creation of simple software documentation and visuals to effectivelycommunicate understanding of the program

Define functional and non -functional requirements such as use cases, storyboards, user stories, performance and accessibility.

Work within operational requirements such as health and safety, budgets, brands and normal business protocols

Develop user interfaces as appropriate to the organisations development standards and the type of software development being developed

Build scripts in line with work instructions for deployment into the relevantenvironment

Follow simple software designs and functional/technical specifications in line with work

Follow simple testing frameworks and methodologies in line with work instructions

Follow company, team or client approaches to continuous integration, version and sourcecontrol as instructed

Support the communication of software solutions and ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Apply algorithms, logic and data structures in a supported context in line with workinstructions

Follow work instructions to contribute to building a given design whist remainingcompliant with security and maintainability requirements

Apply techniques to break down complex problems.

Demonstrate how Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) can be used to frame and measuredesired outcomes

Implement secure code in appropriate languages of different types which is maintainable, readable, functional.

Design simple software solutions to meet a requirement using tools and techniques, such as waterfall and agile

Work in a shared code base with appropriate etiquette and tools, such as modularity and data definition

Use simple debugging techniques, such as interactive debugging, print debugging, remotedebugging

Implement test plans under supervision to show that a test plan is implementable in practice and implementation conforms to the plan.

Develop and use simple acceptance criteria.

Apply and maintain procedures and security controls to ensure confidentiality, integrityand availability

Use collaboration tools and technologies for source and version control to enable workingtogether on common projects, regardless of physical location,

Follow instructions to ensure client data is held securely under supervision e.g., not using personally identifiable information in test systems, making sure personal actions comply with ICO regulations

Use collaboration tools and technologies for writing technical documentation for, and adapting to, specific audience(s). e.g., technical, non-technical, internal, external

Your training plan

Whilst the majority of training takes place at the employer's premises, there will be occasional attendance required at Cirencester College.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4 or above)

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
Organisation skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

You will be based in the offices in Cirencester 2 days per week. Skills, experience and behaviours • Knowledge of basic coding languages including C#, HTML5, and JavaScript • Basic programming experience • Knowledge of databases and operating systems • Ability to learn new software and technologies quickly • Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment • Detail-oriented

About this company

People success is at the heart of everything we do. Our suite of HR and L&D software supports the entire employee lifecycle. From onboarding and upskilling, to performance reviews and employee farewells – we give organisations everything they need to thrive! With over 2 million users worldwide – and counting – it’s clear that we’re getting it right.

http://www.kallidus.com (opens in new tab)

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

There is the potential to be offered a full time software development role.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CIRENCESTER COLLEGE

Kate Tingle

kate.tingle@cirencester.ac.uk

01285626168

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000280356.

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Closes in 17 days (Monday 21 October at 11:59pm)

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