Software Engineer Apprentice

Communicate and work with fellow team members on a daily basis Communicate with users, scientists, engineers and management to understand their requirements and translate these into a specification Take an active role in both technical and non-technical meetings Show initiative especially regarding learning new things Work independently at times and ask questions if unsure Take responsibility for ensuring your work does what is needed and meets the quality criteria specified Write documentation for technical and non-technical users Analyse evidence and data in order to solve problems Help deploy solutions to production and help provide support after release Use a variety of tools and technologies used by the teams to develop and manage software and computer systems Present a topic to a small group of people and answer questions Participate in the wider department and STFC apprentice training programme Partake in the promotion activities for STFC and STEM 

Training:

Learning is delivered as day release, both remotely and in person at the campus in High Wycombe.  



Training Outcome:

Further career and training opportunities.



Employer Description:

UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. Supporting some of the world’s most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.



Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative


  • Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell Didcot OX11 0QX
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE NEW UNIVERSITY
  • Posted: 05-Jan-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk