Software Engineer Apprentice
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Position Overview & Specifications
Crowder Consulting is a professional business of consulting engineers, software developers and data analysts. As an SME, we are positioned in a niche area of the water industry, being able to offer our leading Water Network Management System, Netbase, to water operators in the UK and internationally, along with our engineering consultancy, data analytics and field services.
The Role – Software Engineer Apprentice
We are looking for candidates with a passion for pursuing a career in software development to join our team. You will contribute to the ongoing success of our Water Network Management System and grow your knowledge of how commercial software is designed, manufactured, deployed and maintained across the full software stack.
- Involvement in end-to-end Software Development Life Cycle
- Requirements analysis working closely with our in-house domain experts
- Designing, developing and testing software components, APIs, and applications
- Monitoring and supporting operational systems and implementing dev-ops best practice
- Researching new technologies, prototyping, and bringing innovation to our solutions
The Package
As a Software Engineer Apprentice, you’ll benefit from:
- An annual wage of £17,000
- 24 month contract, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm
- We’re based in central Birkenhead, easily accessible with great transport links
- Apprenticeship level: Higher – Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)
- After completion of the apprenticeship, you will potentially have the opportunity to progress onto full-time software positions within the business
Software developer Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard:
- Your training takes place away from your usual location of work and in one of NowSkills’ city centre training venues. If this isn’t convenient to you then NowSkills also provide live online, on-demand online and 1:1 with your subject specialist digital tutor that you will have assigned to you.
- Upon successful completion, you will receive a certification of your Level 4 Software Developer standard.
Our Requirements
You should be enthusiastic about the latest software trends and technologies and have a willingness to learn, progress and grow within the team.
You’ll also have:
- GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Level 4) Essential
- GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Level 4) Essential
Desirable skills and personal qualities:
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Presentation skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
More about us:
Our head office is in Birkenhead and we have regional offices in Penrith and Swindon. Our software and services are used by major water operators in the UK and Ireland, South East Asia, the Middle East, the Caribbean and South America.
Established in 1985, Crowder Consulting consists of a growing team of over 120 consulting engineers, software developers and data analysts. As an SME, we are able to offer our leading Water Network Management System, Netbase, to water operators in the UK and internationally.
Our flagship Netbase System is a data rich hub that acts as a Digital Twin of our client water operators’ networks, with a suite of best practice applications providing source to tap insights for network monitoring, operation, optimisation, management and regulatory reporting. Our Netbase Digital Services Platform extends the value and insights of the Netbase Data Hub, providing advanced web-based technologies and solutions supporting innovative analytics, operational, field services and leakage activities.
Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we’re proud to say we’ve been Investors in People accredited since 2004, testament to our dedication to support all colleagues with their career development. We are looking for Junior Software Engineers or Computer Science graduates to join our Development Team and help drive the ambitious roadmap for our cloud-based solutions and services.
All applications for this Software Engineer Apprentice vacancy are to be submitted online via NowSkills.
Ref: VAC1000159470
Apply: Complete your application on the NowSkills website via gov.uk Software Engineer Apprentice – Find an apprenticeship (findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk)
Possible Start date: 12 June 2023
Alternatively, you can call us on +44 (0) 151 647 7772 during office hours (Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17:30)
or email enquiries@crowderconsult.co.uk
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Software Engineer Apprentice roles across Crowder Consulting's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £17,000 - £17,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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