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Systems Developer Apprentice (University of Cambridge)


Company : Getting In Limited


Location : Taunton, South West


Created : 2025-04-03


Job Type : Full Time


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Systems Developer Apprentice (University of Cambridge)Apply From: 27/10/2024Applying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position.Learning ProviderDelivered by FIREBRAND TRAINING LIMITEDEmployerThe Chancellor, Masters and Scholars of the University of CambridgeVacancy DescriptionSoftware Development:Break software development activities down into logical units of work to enable sequencing and ensure the best possible structuring of activities to deliver a high-quality product right first time.Identify and report any impediments to software development activities and propose practical solutions.Identify and select the most appropriate technical solution, taking into consideration coding best practice and appropriate quality standards.Write logical and maintainable software solutions to meet the design and organisational coding standards (Software Development Lifecycle - Implementation and Build phase).Support delivery of one or more software deployment phases, such as trials and final release, to ensure that software developer outcomes are deployed correctly.Software Requirements:Convert customer requirements into technical requirements, both functional and non-functional to ensure that customers' expectations are accurately reflected in the software products developed.Communication:Report progress accurately throughout the development life-cycle stages to ensure adequate audit trails of key worksteps such that the organisation can demonstrate how the product has been created for quality and commercial purposes.Communicate software development solutions to a range of internal or external stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of requirements and how they have been met or adjusted.Security and Recovery:Consider security implications of proposed design to ensure that security considerations are built in from inception and throughout the development process.Apply security best practice to the software solution throughout the software development life cycle.Apply appropriate recovery techniques to ensure the software solution being developed is not lost (Software Development Lifecycle - Implementation and Build phase).Documentation:Create and maintain appropriate project documentation to explain the development process and resources used.Deliver a suitably documented deployable solution to the customer for their use (Software Development Lifecycle - Deploy phase).Change Control:Implement appropriate change control to ensure that software development changes may be tracked, and quality risks managed.Unit Testing:Undertake unit testing of solutions, with appropriate levels of test code coverage, to identify and, where necessary, resolve issues (Software Development Lifecycle - Implementation and Build phase).Perform testing of the software solution to ensure a high-quality output (Software Development Lifecycle - Test phase).Software Maintenance:Apply suitable 'bug fix', appropriate to the severity and priority of the software development issue identified.Professional Development:Practice continuous self-learning to keep up to date with technological developments to enhance relevant skills and take responsibility for own professional development.Key DetailsVacancy TitleSystems Developer Apprentice (University of Cambridge)Employer DescriptionThe University has more than 20,000 students and 12,000 staff from all walks of life and all corners of the world. No two days are ever the same at the University of Cambridge. The University is a confederation of Schools, Faculties, Departments and Colleges. The 31 Colleges are governed by their own statutes and regulations but are integral to the make-up of the University. The Apprentice Systems Developer sits within the Software Development team within the Institute of Continuing Education (ICE), reporting to the Head of IT and Systems and supported/managed by the Senior Systems Developer. The Institutes activities primarily take place at Madingley Hall (a residential Grade I listed building), which provides facilities for conferences and events, and a full hotel service. Madingley Hall has 13 meeting rooms, 62 ensuite bedrooms, a bar and lounge, set in 8 acres of grounds (including Capability Brown designed gardens).Vacancy LocationMadingley Hall, Madingley, CB23 8AQWage FrequencyCustomNumber of Vacancies1Vacancy Reference Number1000284103Key DatesApply From27/10/2024Closing Date For Applications2024-11-20 23:59:59Interview Begin FromPossible Start Date2025-01-05 00:00:00TrainingTraining to be Provided:Firebrands sector leading Software Developer (L4SD) Apprenticeship Programme develops apprentices to become competent software developers, working across the front-end, logic and data layers. Apprentices develop a deeper understanding of key software development processes and practices allowing operation at all stages of the software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance. The apprentice will learn advanced programming skills, including object-oriented concepts, use of automated testing tools and secure development principles and practices in order to develop high-quality and secure software. Firebrand's course is delivered either Online (online live instructor led), or face to face in the classroom environment (your choice). Our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Learning Mentors (LMs) and world-leading trainers prepare apprentices to work across multiple sectors. Completion of this apprenticeship will provide learners with the following world-class vendor certifications in addition to the Software Developer apprenticeship:BCS Level 4 Diploma in Software Development MethodologiesCertNexus Cyber Secure CoderIndustry recognised certification in one of Java or PythonKey areas covered are:Software Development LifecyclesEffective Team WorkingProblem SolvingLogic and data structuresSorting and searching algorithmsCritical sections and race conditionsRelational and non-relational databasesSoftware designs and functional or technical specificationsSoftware testing frameworks and methodologiesLearning ProviderFIREBRAND TRAINING LIMITEDSkills RequiredCommunication skills, Problem-solving skills, Team working, Prioritise own workload, Able to work independently, Databases and web technologies, APIs and interfaces, Programming skills, Written communication skills.Apply Now#J-18808-Ljbffr