Software Developer Apprentice
As a Software Developer Apprentice, you will support the development of an innovative AI-powered platform, gaining experience across software development, data engineering, testing and user experience design. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for technology who wants to build a career in software development.
Role
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the development of web-based applications and digital platforms
- Assist with building and maintaining data ingestion pipelines and API integrations
- Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools
- Support full-stack software development activities across the platform
- Write and maintain automated tests to ensure software quality
- Assist with quality assurance and testing activities
- Support UX research, prototyping and user feedback sessions
- Work with databases and structured data sources
- Participate in user testing and software improvement activities
- Assist with security and compliance activities under guidance from senior team members
- Collaborate with developers, engineers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions
- Learn and apply industry best practices in software development
Training
Software Developer Level 4.
Potential permanent position upon completion of the programme.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Software developer (level 4)
- Training Provider
- MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE
- Working Week
- Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
- Expected Duration
- 2 Years
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Wednesday, 4th November 2026
- Start Date
- Wednesday, 11th November 2026
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
- Mathematics GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
About the Employer
MCD SYSTEMS LTD
At MCD Systems, we partner with forward-thinking companies to turn their digital ideas into reality. We design and build smart, reliable tech solutions that deliver real, high-quality results, helping businesses to work smarter and grow with confidence. Behind the scenes, we have built a team culture based on trust, honesty, and a shared love of solving tough challenges together.