Software Developer Apprentice

Kickstart your career in software development with Tarmac, a leader in the construction sector! In this role, you’ll utilise Agile and Lean methodologies to contribute to exciting projects & collaborate with supportive teams as you work through the Software Delivery Lifecycle-- helping with software testing for both new and existing applications.

Role

  • Apply Agile and Lean methodologies in project development.
  • Work within the Software Delivery Lifecycle and SOx IT general controls framework.
  • Support and participate in software testing for new and existing applications.
  • Design and develop intuitive user interfaces and effective software solutions.
  • Write, test, and maintain clean, logical, and maintainable code while analysing unit testing results to correct errors.
  • Create and execute test scenarios following established testing methodologies.
  • Use knowledge of algorithms, logic, and data structures to solve problems and implement solutions.
  • Interpret designs while ensuring compliance with security and maintainability standards.
  • Gain hands-on experience by providing customer software support to better understand product and user needs.
  • Engage with customers to gather requirements and collaborate with the Test Team.
  • Work with Enterprise Architects and System Managers to refine technical specifications and explore technologies.
  • Collaborate with developers to improve internal processes, documentation, build systems, and frameworks.
  • Build and maintain robust back-end systems to support internal departments.

Training

Training on the 18 month Standard Level 4 Software Developer (SWE4) apprenticeship. 20% off your working week will be dedicated to 'Off the job training' - ie apprenticeship studies - which are completed online. Being a Multiverse apprentice means access to awesome social events, insight/career days with other apprentices to grow your network, as well as your own personal Coach who will guide you through the qualification to help you achieve your full potential. 

After your Software Engineering apprenticeship, you can progress into a junior developer role (this includes web and app development). You'll have the skills to continue growing within a tech team, and have enough knowledge/experience to pick up new languages with ease. Software Engineering Level 4 will also provide a good foundation for transitioning into data science.

Apprenticeship Standard
Software developer (level 4)
Training Provider
MULTIVERSE GROUP LIMITED
Working Week
9:00am - 5:00pm, Mon - Fri, Hybrid role
Expected Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Friday, 21st February 2025
Start Date
Monday, 1st September 2025

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Analytical
  • Mathmatical
  • Software Development

Qualifications

  • English GCSE, grade 4/C (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE, grade 4/C (Essential)

About the Employer

TARMAC TRADING LIMITED
Tarmac, a CRH company, is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Tarmac combines the knowledge and expertise of two of the construction industry’s most iconic brands: Tarmac, the pioneers of the modern asphalt road 120 years ago, and Blue Circle, the company that patented Portland Cement.
Company
TARMAC TRADING LIMITED
Location
3 Trinity Park, Bickenhill Lane, Birmingham, England
Employment Type
Higher Apprenticeship
Salary
£20,000 a year
Posted
Company
TARMAC TRADING LIMITED
Location
3 Trinity Park, Bickenhill Lane, Birmingham, England
Employment Type
Higher Apprenticeship
Salary
£20,000 a year
Posted