Software Development Apprentice (£18-£20k)

Opportunity information

Salary £19000 per year
Duration 15 months
Advert closing date 05/06/2023

Description

We go the ExtraMile to attract, retain and develop a happy, creative and highly-skilled team who are committed to challenging, adapting and utilising the latest digital technologies to provide exciting and engaging web marketing strategies.

Here at Extramile we are looking to expand our web development team. We are looking for a proactive individual with a passion for software and tech to join the team.

Key responsibilities of the position:

• Working towards level 4 software development apprenticeship
• Building and testing simple code in WordPress CMS
• Supporting senior developers with projects
• Participate in code reviews and testing to ensure high-quality code and user experience
• Collaborate with designers, project managers, and other team members to understand project requirements and develop solutions that meet the needs of the business and users
• Identifying and fixing bugs
• Continuously learn and stay up-to-date with new technologies and trends in web development
• Taking part in daily scrum meetings
• Support the team with any ad-hoc tasks
• Learn from experienced developers and contribute to the development process while building your skills and knowledge in web development
• Competencies and attitude:
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organised
• Driven individual
• Quick learner & willingness to learn
• Excellent attention to detail
• Can-do attitude
• Strong communicator
• Friendly & team player

Entry requirements

• 4 GCSEs grade A*-C/9-4 or equivalent (including English and Maths)

Training to be provided

Our Software Apprenticeships enable you and your company to build and test high-quality code across multiple platforms and layers. Apprentices will work as part of larger teams to help drive elements in an overall project.

This apprenticeship is a brilliant offering in the Apprentify catalogue which boasts a huge amount of benefits with lots of opportunities for career progression because of the ever-growing nature of the industry.

The Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship has been developed to play a significant role in code development for your business. The primary role of a software developer is to build and test, high-quality code across front end, logic and database layers. Roles include Web Developer, Application Developer, Mobile App Developer, Games Developer, Software Developer.

Training modules:

• Software Methodologies
• User interface design
• SQL / Database design
• Introduction to Programming Using Java – Opportunity to undertake the Microsoft Technology Associate Exam
• Key learning outcomes:
• Write good quality code (logic) with sound syntax
• Develop effective user interfaces
• Test code and analyse results to find & correct errors
• Apply structured techniques to problem-solving, debug code and understand the structure of programs
• Utilise skills to build, manage and deploy code into enterprise environments

Things to consider

• Flexible working – hybrid working between home and office
• Work within an excellent friendly & dynamic team environment
• 30 days holiday inclusive of statutory bank holidays
• A day off for your birthday
• Personal & professional development is highly encouraged & supported
• Bonus opportunities
• Free parking

Skills required

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Future prospects

Permanent position on successful completion of the apprenticeship

Stone, Staffordshire, England, ST15 0TL