Software Developer Apprentice

FORTITUDE NICSA GLOBAL LIMITED

Derby (DE24 8AJ)

Closes in 23 days (Friday 1 May 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 8 April 2026


Summary

We are looking for a skilled Software Developer with hands-on experience in ASP.NET C# MVC and modern web technologies. The candidate will work on Inhouse build system and build APIs for integration with external systems.

Wage

£18,000 a year

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Wage - £18k - £22k p/a 

Training course
Software developer (level 4)
Hours
Monday - Friday (9:00am - 5:30pm) Shifts TBC

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Tuesday 5 May 2026

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

We are looking for a skilled Software Developer with hands-on experience in ASP.NET C# MVC and modern web technologies. The candidate will work on Inhouse build system and build APIs for integration with external systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain ASP.NET MVC applications
  • Build REST APIs for integrations
  • Work on system integrations (e.g., ServiceNow)
  • Implement authentication (JWT, token-based)
  • Work on ticketing systems and workflows
  • Debug and optimise applications
  • Prepare technical documentation

Where you'll work

16
Royal Scot Road
Pride Park
Derby
DE24 8AJ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

JUST IT TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Software developer (level 4)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • create logical and maintainable code
  • develop effective user interfaces
  • link code to data sets
  • test code and analyse results to correct errors found using unit testing
  • conduct a range of test types, such as Integration, System, User Acceptance, Non-Functional, Performance and Security testing.
  • identify and create test scenarios
  • apply structured techniques to problem solving, debug code and understand the structure of programmes in order to identify and resolve issues
  • create simple software designs to effectively communicate understanding of the program
  • create analysis artefacts, such as use cases and/or user stories
  • build, manage and deploy code into the relevant environment
  • apply an appropriate software development approach according to the relevant paradigm (for example object oriented, event driven or procedural)
  • follow software designs and functional or technical specifications
  • follow testing frameworks and methodologies
  • follow company, team or client approaches to continuous integration, version and source control
  • communicate software solutions and ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • apply algorithms, logic and data structures
  • interpret and implement a given design whist remaining compliant with security and maintainability requirements
  • create logical and maintainable code
  • develop effective user interfaces
  • link code to data sets
  • test code and analyse results to correct errors found using unit testing
  • conduct a range of test types, such as Integration, System, User Acceptance, Non-Functional, Performance and Security testing.
  • identify and create test scenarios
  • apply structured techniques to problem solving, debug code and understand the structure of programmes in order to identify and resolve issues
  • create simple software designs to effectively communicate understanding of the program
  • create analysis artefacts, such as use cases and/or user stories
  • build, manage and deploy code into the relevant environment
  • apply an appropriate software development approach according to the relevant paradigm (for example object oriented, event driven or procedural)
  • follow software designs and functional or technical specifications
  • follow testing frameworks and methodologies
  • follow company, team or client approaches to continuous integration, version and source control
  • communicate software solutions and ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • apply algorithms, logic and data structures
  • interpret and implement a given design whist remaining compliant with security and maintainability requirements

Training schedule

  • Data Analyst Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard
  • You will also receive full training and support from the Just IT Apprenticeship Team to increase your skills

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4/C +)
  • Maths (grade 4/C +)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Motivated
  • Can do attitude
  • Tech Savvy
  • Passion for Software
  • HTML, CSS
  • JavaScript
  • SQL Server

About this employer

At Fortitude Nicsa Global, we are dedicated to delivering world-class IT solutions that empower businesses to achieve efficiency, reduce costs, and foster sustainable growth. Partnering with some of the world’s leading IT channel-based companies, we bring expertise, innovation, and precision to every project.

Operating from ten global offices across EMEA, APAC, LATAM, USA and beyond, we are uniquely positioned to meet the diverse needs of our clients worldwide. Our commitment to excellence and customer-centric approach ensures that we consistently exceed expectations, helping businesses thrive in an ever-changing technological landscape.

After this apprenticeship

Potential full-time position for the right candidate after completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

JUST IT TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000025375.

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Closes in 23 days (Friday 1 May 2026 at 11:59pm)