L4 Software Developer Apprentice – Exeter

Level 4 Software Developer

Company: Exe Squared Ltd

Full Address: Unit 8 Silver down Office Park, Fair Oak Close, Exeter, EX5 2UX

Weekly Hours Worked: Monday to Friday 9 – 5:30

Salary: £20,000

Contact Information:
Please reach out via email at LeiaKnights@bpp.com or call 0113 3500 333

About the Company:

Exe Squared is a Southwest-based software development company delivering bespoke digital solutions across a wide range of industries. Since 2010, the team has specialised in building custom web applications, CRM systems, and IoT platforms for both UK and international clients. All development is carried out in-house by our dedicated team of employed, office-based developers.

Our projects span internal business systems, such as HR and expense management tools, through to external, consumer-facing platforms like e-learning solutions. With capabilities that also include hardware design and 3D printing, we offer a comprehensive approach to digital problem-solving.

Recognised for our innovation and quality, Exe Squared was a finalist in two categories at the Computing.net Digital Technology Leaders Awards—one of the few SMEs to be nominated alongside major blue-chip companies.

With a strong focus on technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we provide an engaging and forward-thinking environment for software development.

Job Description:

Exe Squared is seeking a Software Developer Apprentice to join its in-house team of experienced full-stack developers. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience across the full technology stack—working on real-world web applications, internal systems, and data-driven solutions for a wide range of industries.

The successful candidate will be involved in projects that span both front-end and back-end development, with a strong emphasis on database design and integration using MySQL. Our core development work is done in PHP, but apprentices will also gain exposure to additional languages such as JavaScript, Go, Rust, C++, C#, and Python, depending on the project.

As a Linux-based development environment, we frequently use tools such as GIT & Ansible for automation and deployment. Apprentices will learn best practices in code versioning, testing, and deployment, and will be supported by experienced mentors throughout their training.

This role is ideal for someone with a keen interest in software development, a strong problem-solving mindset, and a desire to become a well-rounded full-stack developer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of custom web applications and digital solutions.
• Learn and apply best practices in both front-end and back-end development.
• Work with databases, APIs, and version control systems.
• Contribute to hardware-related development tasks, where applicable (e.g., 3D printing or IoT integrations).

Qualifications:

• Educational Requirements: 5 GCSEs grades A*-C/9-4 or equivalent, including English Language and Maths.

Skills & Personal Qualities Required:

• Basic previous programming experience (e.g. PHP, Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS)
• Basic knowledge of web technologies.
• A genuine interest in IT and software development.
• Logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• A willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Good communication skill.

Other Information:

• Private Health Insurance (after 1 yr) which comes with a range of additional perks such as free cinema tickets, free coffees and other options.
• Free Parking.
• Accessible to public transport (Bus)

Future Prospects:

We have a great track record of retaining our previous apprentices (4 still work here!) who have all grown into expanded roles, each now being responsible for multiple client systems, managing the full development lifecycle for each, and gaining new technology skills and integrating new platforms into our existing workflows.

For more information, or to apply, please contact us at LeiaKnights@bpp.com or call [Leeds – 0113 3500 333
We look forward to hearing from you!

Estio apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, we’ve purposefully built our programmes around the real-world use of modern technology, so that the skills we create can be directly applied in the workplace.

Throughout the apprenticeship learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their work experience.

Successful completion of this apprenticeship gives you an accredited Level 4 Software Developer, with training in how to:

• Create logical and maintainable codes for software development.
• Apply security best practice to the software solution throughout the software development life cycle.
• Apply appropriate recovery techniques to ensure the software solution being developed is not lost.
• Implement accurate and effective change control.
• Undertake unit testing of solutions, with appropriate levels of test code coverage, to identify and resolve issues.
• Apply suitable ‘bug fixes’ based on severity and priority.

For a full list of programme modules visit: estio.co.uk/courses/software-developer