Software Engineering Apprenticeship THALES GROUND TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS LIMITED

This exciting Software Engineering Apprenticeship will offer the chance to immerse yourself in the software world from day one. You will learn all of the skills needed for a successful career in Software as well as the wider business knowledge that will help you to thrive in a corporate setting.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 12 Jan 2024

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage

£21,500.00
Working week

Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm.

Total hours per week: 37
Expected duration

4 Years
Possible start date

16 Sep 2024
Date posted

30 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship level

Degree
Level 6 (Degree with honours)
Reference number

VAC1000208677
Positions

1 available

What you will do in your working day

Define our solution by working with Systems Engineering to develop requirements and a test strategy
Develop our systems by working as a member of a project team to deliver a high quality, robust software deliverable that meets customer requirements, on time and within budget
Support our systems by working with customer support functions to ensure that currently deployed software products are maintained
Build our strategy by working with software architects to ensure that skills, technology and ways of working for the future are developed

The training you will be getting

As a Software Engineering Apprentice, you will be studying towards a BSc in Digital and Technology Solutions, following the Software Engineering Pathway. This is a Gold accredited programme by Tech Partnership Degrees. For the duration of this 4 year programme you will be given one day per week in which to attend Manchester Metropolitan University. For the other four days you will be working in the business, applying your university learning and gaining a breadth of experience within the software function. At the end of the apprenticeship, you will be working as a software engineer within the Thales GTS UK businesses.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

At the end of the apprenticeship, you will be working as a software engineer within the Thales GTS UK businesses.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, software

Qualifications

A Level or equivalent 3x including Maths + one STEM subject (Grade BCC) Essential

Things to consider

You will have the opportunity to be involved in the whole Software Engineering lifecycle, including front/back end design, data pipelines, analysis, and ETL processes. You will also require keen skills in internal and external stakeholder engagement as well as cross-functional engagement and presenting.

About the employer

Thales Ground Transportation Systems UK (GTS) are helping to shape the future of the rail industry in the UK, and beyond. We specialise in signalling and communication, collaborating with the biggest names in the industry to deliver the rail of the future.

Employer

THALES GROUND TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS LIMITED

About disability confident

Disabled candidates will generally be offered an interview if you meet the minimum requirements for this vacancy. Contact the employer for full details.

Employers may need to limit the number of interviews offered to both disabled and non-disabled people if they receive high numbers of applications.

The disability confident scheme supports employers to make the most of the talents disabled people can bring to your workplace.

Address

Poseidon House

Ashurst Drive

Cheadle

SK3 0XB

Contact

David Hiford

david.hiford@urbanandmainlines.com

07854959571

You must have JavaScript enabled to view a map of the location

Training

Training provider

MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

training
qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Digital and technology solutions professional

Level 6 (Degree with honours)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions