Apprentice Software Engineer
We are delighted to offer the Level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Apprenticeship in partnership with the University of Staffordshire. The successful candidate(s) will be joining an established and successful apprenticeship programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within digital and technology and gain on-the-job training.
Role
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, apprentices will be contributing to:
- Collaborative Development Approach: Foster close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and fellow engineers, to translate business requirements into technical solutions and deliver innovative products that exceed expectations
- Code Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough code reviews, meticulously scrutinising codebases to ensure compliance with coding standards, best practices, and design patterns, while offering constructive feedback to uphold and elevate code quality organisation-wide
- Technical Troubleshooting and Optimisation: Tackle intricate technical challenges head-on, employing sharp analytical skills to diagnose issues, implement effective solutions, and fine-tune system performance for optimal efficiency and scalability
- Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Document architectural decisions, design patterns, and best practices, and actively contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives such as tech talks, workshops, and internal training sessions to empower the broader engineering team with valuable insights and expertise
- Project Management and Delivery: Collaborate closely with project managers to establish realistic project timelines and milestones, proactively communicate progress and potential risks, and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet or surpass stakeholder expectations
- Continuous Learning and Innovation: Stay abreast of emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends, actively seeking opportunities to integrate new methodologies and technologies into development processes to drive innovation and continuous improvement
- Holistic Development Leadership: Spearhead the entire software development lifecycle, from conceptualisation through deployment, leveraging deep expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies to craft robust and scalable solutions that meet organisational needs
- Guidance and Mentorship: Act as a mentor and technical authority for junior team members, providing hands-on guidance, conducting code reviews, and sharing insights to nurture their professional growth and ensure team cohesion
- Exemplary Technical Leadership: Lead by example, embodying a collaborative and proactive architectural Vision: Lead the architectural design of sophisticated software systems, meticulously planning and implementing solutions that prioritise performance, scalability, and reliability while aligning with industry best practices and architectural standards
- Performance Enhancement: Identify and address performance bottlenecks within software systems, leveraging various optimisation techniques such as caching, indexing, and algorithmic enhancements to elevate system performance and responsiveness
Training
Apprentices will undertake the level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Degree Apprenticeship programme delivered by the University of Staffordshire.
Teaching will be a mix of on-the-job and off-the-job training delivered face-to-face in university and online weekly sessions. The programme is delivered using a blended learning model.
Apprentices will attend university for 1 week of study per semester each academic year.
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, apprentices will achieve their BSc (Hons) in Digital and Technology Solutions.
Career progression would include, full time employment in the Projecting Department within a software discipline as a VE3 software engineer, with the opportunity to then develop into a senior software engineering role. VE3 offers flexibility to accommodate and utilise the strengths of its employees, and always look to provide opportunities on this basis whilst developing an individual's weaker skills.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Digital and technology solutions professional (level 6)
- Training Provider
- UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE
- Working Week
- Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm. Hours may vary depending on business needs.
- Expected Duration
- 3 Years 6 Months
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Friday, 22nd August 2025
- Start Date
- Monday, 29th September 2025
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade Grade A*-C/4-9 or equivalent (Essential)
- Mathmatics GCSE, grade Grade A*-C/4-9 or equivalent (Essential)
- A Levels, BTEC or equivilant A Level, grade Minimum 112 UCAS Points (Essential)
About the Employer
VE3 GLOBAL LTD
VE3 is a distinguished IT Services and Software Consulting company, dedicated to delivering end-to-end technology solutions and products for businesses worldwide. With a strong global presence, we offer a comprehensive suite of cloud computing and AI-powered solutions, including Technology Optimization, Digital Transformation, Product Innovation, and Value Proposition
- Company
- VE3 GLOBAL LTD
- Location
- York House, 18 York Road, Maidenhead, England
- Employment Type
- Degree Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £14,722.50 to £23,809.50 a year
- Posted
- Company
- VE3 GLOBAL LTD
- Location
- York House, 18 York Road, Maidenhead, England
- Employment Type
- Degree Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £14,722.50 to £23,809.50 a year
- Posted