L4 Software Development Apprentice – Brighton and Hove, Brighton

Level 4 Software Developer

Company: Cell Software Services Limited

Full Address: 3, Frederick Terrace, Frederick Pl, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1AX

Weekly Hours Worked: 09:30 till 17:30 (1 hour lunch)

Salary: £19,500 per annum

Please contact Jordan.Whitworth@estio.co.uk or call 0113 3500 333

Do you have prior expereince in software? if so please apply by forwarding you CV with the email provided!

About the company:

Cell Software is an expert provider of software solutions. Based in Brighton and founded in 2012, we provide software development, testing, and consultancy services. Working with clients of all shapes and sizes, from FTSE 100 companies to small startups across all industries, we help businesses increase productivity and lower risk through innovative solutions.

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Software Developer to join our talented development team. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about software development and eager to kick-start their career in the field. As an Apprentice Software Developer, you will have the chance to work closely with experienced developers, gaining hands-on experience and valuable insights into the software development lifecycle.

We are looking for someone with some experience of coding, preferably in a work environment or within their academic background.

Your duties and responsibilities in this role will consist of:

• Develop new user interfaces to be used within our existing application stack.
• Design and develop new applications to support the ongoing growth of the business.
• Analysing requirements and providing estimates.
• Working with the wider development team to deliver on targets.
• Learn and apply best practices in software development, including version control, coding standards, and testing methodologies.
• Contribute to the documentation of software designs, requirements, and processes.

Qualifications:

• 5 GCSEs grades A*-C/9-4 or equivalent (including English Language and Maths)

Skills Required:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for effectively collaborating with team members, conveying ideas, and articulating technical concepts.
• We are looking for someone with some experience of coding, preferably in a work environment or within their academic background.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail is verry important when coding, testing, and documenting software solutions to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript would be beneficial.
• Basic understanding of at least one programming language such as Java, Python, C++, or JavaScript.
• While proficiency in a specific language may vary, having a foundation in programming concepts is crucial.

Personal qualities:

• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with a willingness to explore different solutions and overcome challenges.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail is very important when coding, testing, and documenting software solutions to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for effectively collaborating with team members, conveying ideas, and articulating technical concepts.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, tools, and methodologies in a fast-paced development environment.

Future prospects:

The role offers long term security and the opportunity to progress into a permanent position.

Training to be provided:

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