Software Engineer Apprentice

Company: QA Limited
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Location: Old Town
Job Description:

Employer description:

2i are an award-winning tech consultancy, focused in quality engineering on a mission to become the UK's #1. Over the past 6 years, we've redefined what quality and testing look like at 2i and to our clients.

Proudly certified as a “Great Place to Work”, 2i are the chosen employer of around 200 QE's and we're continuing our growth! We recently announced our eight-figure private equity funding injection as we aim to increase our revenue by more than £50m in the coming years, that is where you come in…

Overview:

Working within one of our amazing client project teams you will contribute to quality engineering activities, including functional (what it does) and non-functional (how well it does it) testing. You will learn foundational testing skills, and through your apprenticeships be introduced to coding and test automation. You will be expected to contribute to delivery ceremonies and practices, such as daily stand-ups, planning, refinement and reviews.

After an initial focused training programme, you will have a solid foundation in all the topics covered and will be able to apply the learnings to real project work on client site. We’ll also give you one day per week away from client work to continue your learning journey.

This is a hybrid role, you will be based in the Edinburgh office but will be required to travel to Glasgow as required.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborating with team members and client stakeholders to develop a shared understanding of what good looks like
  • Design and execute functional manual and automated test scripts using a range of quality craft and core test techniques
  • Record issues/defects found during testing, clearly and concisely with sufficient detail to support investigation and resolution
  • Exceed client expectations by delivering exceptional services focused on what they feel matters most
  • Develop an understanding of the role of functional and non-functional testing in delivering quality software products
  • Develop an understanding of the role of test automation in software delivery

Required skills:

We’re looking for people who let curiosity and interest lead them. We don't expect to have a team of “experts”. What we do expect, is for #Team2i to be…

  • Inquisitive
  • Open to challenge
  • Taking initiative
  • Accountable

You have an appreciation for various types of software and be passionate about helping to improve the quality of products you work on, through questions, curiosity and exploration. Our projects and clients are diverse, so what we really look for are driven to develop and expand their skillset and knowledge.

Salary:

£25,000 per annum

Working hours:

35 hours per week, 1 day release for learning per week

Benefits:

  • Career development pathways tailored for your personal and professional learning within 2i, giving clear direction for your career with us
  • 26 days of annual leave and the option to buy and sell holiday (up to 5 days)
  • Private health care and access to other mental health and wellbeing services including gym memberships, counselling, Cycle to Work schemes and many more
  • Individual and company related performance bonus
  • Flexible working in a hybrid environment across the UK

Future prospects:

90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.

Important information:

This vocational apprenticeship comprehensively supports your specific job role with this particular employer. Throughout your learning journey, you are fully supported by your dedicated QA skills coach and your mentor at work. They ensure you settle in, help you develop all the skills you need to be successful in your job role and pass your assessments, and can provide one to one support.

Starting with insights into your current potential, they plan your growth in a programmatic way, close skills gaps with immersive training and ensure what you learn is applicable to what you do. They talk you through the specifics on the qualifications you gain and how they align in particular to your day to day role.

On completion, as well as the valuable work experience you have gained, you get a nationally recognised qualification at SCQF Level 8.

If you are interested in starting your career and receiving a work based qualification at the same time APPLY NOW!

Posted: October 27th, 2024