Software Engineering Apprentice Science and Technology Facilities Council Salary : £23,186 Hours : Full time - 37 Hours Contract Type: Fixed Term - 4 Years Location : Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire Closing date: 16th February 2025 Join STFC's award winning apprenticeships - we are Investors In People gold standard accredited: Investors in People We are recruiting Level 6 (Degree) Digital & Technology Solutions Apprentices (Software pathway) to join us at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Oxfordshire.
Scientific computing is fundamental to modern research, involving advanced computing capabilities to solve complex problems in science.
We support some of the UK's most advanced scientific facilities and provide the tools that enable the scientific community to deliver vital research.
The Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprentice will gain first-hand experience working as part of a professional team, supported by theoretical and practical learning.
You will have the opportunity to make an impact early on in your role, where you'll also learn the specialist skills tailored to the knowledge, skills and behaviours required as a computing professional.
We are offering roles in the following departments or rotations: Rotational Apprenticeship As a rotational apprentice, you will undertake a series of rotations within different departments, within Scientific Computing and ISIS Neutron and Muon Source.
You will develop your expertise in object-oriented programming, data modelling, SQL, systems development, agile, systems analysis and design, web and mobile application development, big data and analytics, user experience design, cyber security, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), and the internet of things (IoT).
You will work closely with scientists and engineers, so you should have good interpersonal skills and be committed to delivering excellent customer service.
About the role and a summary of key duties & responsibilities Communicate and work with fellow team members daily Communicate with users, scientists, engineers and management to understand their requirements and translate these into a specification Take an active role in both technical and non-technical meetings Show initiative especially regarding learning new things Work independently at times and ask questions if unsure Take responsibility for ensuring your work does what is needed and meets the quality criteria specified Write documentation for technical and non-technical users Analyse evidence and data in order to solve problems Help deploy solutions to production and help provide support after release Use a variety of tools and technologies used by the teams to develop and manage software and computer systems Present a topic to a small group of people and answer questions Participate in the wider department and STFC apprentice training programme Partake in the promotion activities for STFC and STEM Alongside this, you will undertake professional development and training as part of a cohort of computing apprentices with Buckinghamshire New University completing the Digital Technology Solutions Professional Apprenticeship – Software Engineering pathway.
The qualifications you will achieve are: BSc (Hons) in Digital & Technology Solutions Level 6 Digital & Technology Solutions Professional Person Specification In order to apply for the role, we are looking for the following: Essential: Achieved GCSE (or equivalent) passes at Grade C/4 or above in Maths & English A minimum of 104 UCAS points - two A levels at grade A or above OR three A levels at grade C or above OR a BTEC Level 3 in Computing (or similar subject) or equivalent Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies Good written communication skills and the ability to work in a team Some knowledge of and enthusiasm for computer hardware and software Ability to examine evidence and data in order to understand it and solve problems Right to live and work in the UK at time of starting employment Desirable: A/AS/BTEC/T Level (or equivalent) in computing or other technical discipline Experience in customer-focused roles such as retail, OR examples of how you've helped others in educational or personal settings A flair for communicating in clear, positive terms Important Information 1.
To complete the apprenticeship, you will need to evidence passes at 9-4 or A*-C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English.
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When applying for an apprenticeship, there is a set residency eligibility criteria that must be met by the applicant.
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The training provider will also ask you to complete an initial assessment during the application process.
We will be in touch after the closing date, however, please reach out on ****** if you have any questions.
Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
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