Apprentice Software Development Technician

Summary

We are seeking a motivated Apprentice Software Development Technician to join our dynamic development team. In this role, you will work under the guidance of experienced developers, assisting in the creation, testing, and maintenance of software applications. You will learn to write clean code, debug errors, and contribute to real-world projects.

Wage

£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Software development technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday 08:30hrs to 17:30hrs

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 2 June 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

· Assist in developing, testing, and deploying software applications.

· Maintain existing codebases, including bug fixing and feature enhancement.

· Write and maintain technical documentation.

· Work collaboratively with developers, testers, and other team members.

· Participate in code reviews and team meetings.

· Follow company development processes, coding standards, and best practices.

· Research new technologies and techniques as part of ongoing personal development.

· Support in setting up development environments and tools.

· Learn and apply basic principles of secure coding and data protection.

Where you’ll work

Technology House Sir William Lyons Road
University Of Warwick Science Park
Coventry
CV4 7EZ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

VELOCITY 1ST 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

Training to be provided Velocity apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, they will provide the skills necessary to succeed in the workplace and to expand future career prospects.

More training information

Throughout the apprenticeship learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their programme.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (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

Other requirements

This role will be remote working from home, with occasional visits to the company location in Coventry.

About this company

DDM Health is a data-driven digital health and virtual care company that is on a mission to empower people to live healthier, happier lives - and we're hoping to care for 1 million people by 2026. We are committed to using technology to make healthcare more accessible, equitable, and effective.

https://ddm.health (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

- Software Developer
- Web Developer
- QA/Test Engineer

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

VELOCITY 1ST LIMITED

Graham Ratcliffe

graham@velocity-academy.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000317549.

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Closes in 30 days (Friday 30 May 2025 at 11:59pm)

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