Visualisation Software Engineer Apprentice
As a Visualisation Software Engineering Apprentice, you’ll learn to build interactive graphics and immersive visualisations that make complex data clear, compelling and accessible. You’ll be part of a team that blends technical skill with creative thinking.
Role
- High-Level Demonstrations: Presenting pre-existing solutions to VIPs and potential customers using our cutting-edge cinema presentation rooms (full training provided).
- Application Development: Supporting and developing applications for VR and AR platforms within the multi-media suite, prioritising self-learning and continuous improvement.
- Core Software Engineering: Working alongside experienced Hartree staff on software and model development, including dedicated mentoring and formal training in object-oriented programming (OOP).
- 3D modelling: Creating a three-dimensional digital representation of scientific data, using specialised software to create engaging and immersive images and videos for public engagement and science-related media.
- Reporting: Producing essential technical documentation and reports.
Training
Delivery - In person, one day a week.
Further career and training opportunities.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Digital and technology solutions professional (level 6)
- Training Provider
- MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
- Working Week
- Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.
- Expected Duration
- 4 Years
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Monday, 2nd February 2026
- Start Date
- Thursday, 3rd September 2026
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade 4 or above (Essential)
- Maths GCSE, grade 4 or above (Essential)
- Any subject Other, grade Minimum 104 UCAS points (Essential)
About the Employer
Science and Technology Facilities Council
UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. Supporting some of the world’s most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.