Junior Software Developer Apprentice

Brief overview of the role:

Apprentice IT Software Support, Testing and Development Technician to join a well-established company that provides a full range of EPOS systems, credit card terminals and warehouse software to healthcare clients i.e. NHS, pharmacies and chemists . Each EPOS order includes programming, onsite installation, and professional training.

Working week:

Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm

Positions available:

1

Vacancy description:

Duties will include the following:

Using Windows 10 and 11 operating systems

Hardware support

Microsoft SQL & Access Databases. Editing, creating and running database queries

Microsoft Visual Studio vb.net, aspx, Telerik controls.


Working with bug tracking tools, managing regression and feature tests

Software development and software testing life cycle


Microsoft IIS



This role is going to be 50% Software Support, 25% Software Testing and 25% Development.


The role will progress to 50% Software Testing and 50% Development within six months.

All training and knowledge needed for the testing and support side of this role will be provided by the company.

Requirements and prospectsQualifications Required:

GCSE Mathematics and English, grade C or 4.

Desired skills:

Desired:

Knowledge of Windows 10 and 11 operating systems with Printer support.


Knowledge of Microsoft SQL & Access Databases.


Knowledge of Microsoft Visual Studio vb.net, aspx, Telerik controls.

Understanding of software development and software testing life cycle


Experience working with bug tracking tools, managing regression and feature tests

Personal Qualities:

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Good communication skills

Listening skills

Genuine passion and a love of learning

Analytical

Inquisitive

Training to be provided:

CORE MODULES



Computer Programming 101

Delve deep into modern programming in its various forms.

Explore desktop, web and mobile app development along with concepts such as machine learning and AI.



Databases

Gain a practical understanding of databases including design, queries, administration and maintenance.



Development Methodologies & Testing

Explore the major development methodologies such as agile and waterfall and testing techniques to understand how to develop quality software as a team.



Business Context

Understand the business context in relation to software development

Future Prospects:

Full time employment and a career.