Level 3 Software Development Technician Apprentice - SOCOTEC - Stockport - £22,308 SOCOTEC UK LIMITED

Location

Stockport, Greater Manchester | United Kingdom

Job description

What you will do in your working day

The candidate will be enrolled onto an apprenticeship programme as a software developer to build the necessary skills to develop into a full time Innovation Projects Engineer.

Key responsibilities:

• Generate and evaluate ideas for improving the ways we work
• Creating Apps and improving system automation using Microsoft 365 products
• Creation of software and firmware using App builders and Python
• Develop products using readily available low cost technologies such as Raspberry Pi’s, ESP8266 processors and Arduino systems
• 3D design and PCB design using Fusion 360
• Operating 3D printers
• Electronics assembly
• Soldering circuits and wiring sets
• General product assembly
• Prototyping and testing of new products and software

Essential competencies:

• General software experience with basic knowledge of programming
• Experience working with Microsoft applications, especially Excel
• Knowledge of office 365, SharePoint, Power Apps etc.

Desirable competencies:

• Experience with Python coding – training will be provided.
• Knowledge of Excel VB Macros would be advantageous
• Any skill in electronics or 3D design would be beneficial

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a passion for software development
• Have a willingness to learn
• Have the ability to work as part of a team and to use your own initiative
• Be self-motivated
• General software experience with basic knowledge of programming
• Knowledge of Excel VB Macros would be advantageous
• Have grade 4/C in Maths and English GCSE or functional skills equivalent

In return, we offer a competitive salary, and all the benefits of working for a dynamic and growing organisation including generous holidays, company pension and discounts on high street shopping.

The training you will be getting

During this apprenticeship, you will follow a fully supported training programme with LearnTech, delivered through combined weekly remote classroom-based training, workplace assessment/training and online learning working towards completing the Level 3 Software Development Technician standard.

The training covers the following core occupational duties:

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Upon completion of this apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to apply for a full-time role, or you will be able to work as a Junior Software Development Technician or progress to higher apprenticeships. 

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Salary

£22.31k per annum