AI Junior Software Developer Level 3 Apprentice

Summary

Join a fast-growing AI research and development company at the ground level as an apprentice. Help shape the AI-driven economy by developing the models that matter, becoming an AI technician in the process.

Wage

£18,000 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Salary to increase annually

Training course

Software development technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday between 8:30am to 4:30pm with some flexibility.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Friday 28 March

Duration

1 year 6 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

Assisting in the implementation and maintenance of AI systems
Troubleshooting technical issues
Collaborating with the AI team to support various projects
Develop general competence as a developer of web UIs, APIs, databases, AI components, Linux server operations
Work on a path towards AI development

Where you’ll work

Ascend Coworking

Chatham

ME4 4HY

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

TECHNICAL PROFESSIONALS LIMITED

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
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

Apprenticeship Overview

Expected duration: 16 months.

Apprenticeship level: Advanced (Level 3).

Programme: Software Development Technician.

During this apprenticeship, you will follow a fully supported training programme with LearnTech, delivered through combined weekly remote classroom-based training, workplace assessment/training and online learning, working towards completing the Software Development Technician standard.

The training covers the following core occupational duties:

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0128-v1-1

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

IT/Computer Science (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

BTEC in:

IT (grade Pass)

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

IT skills
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Interest in AI

Other requirements

Pilot Generative AI's philosophy centres on equal opportunities and achieving the potential of ourselves. We have experience and understanding of neuro-divergence and a desire to make our business a centre of excellence at unlocking the potential of all of our workforce. We are actively seeking applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

About this company

Pilot Generative AI is working on the research and development of next-generation AI models and associated applications. The company is focusing on niche opportunities to research AI models which deviate from the mainstream, and to deploy highly-customised models into specific corporate and educational settings.

http://pilotgenerativeai.com (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Includes pension and healthcare.

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

The opportunity to learn up to level 7 (e.g. masters degree or equivalent in AI or Computer Science) will be available.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

PILOT GENERATIVE AI LIMITED

Peter Chatwell

peter@pilotgenerativeai.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000296762.

Apply now

Closes in 22 days (Friday 28 February at 11:59pm)

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