Responsibilities Contribute to technology and digital transformation projects. Assist in preparing client presentations and proposals. Conduct research and analysis on IT and technology trends. Work with senior team members to analyse business practices and identify technology‑driven improvement opportunities. Assist in developing and maintaining software features under guidance Write clean, well-structured code following best practices Test, debug, and fix simple issues in applications Support project delivery across the software development lifecycle Use version control (e.g., Git) and collaborate with team members Contribute to documentation for code and systems Gain experience with development tools, frameworks, and cloud platforms Continuously learn and build skills in programming and software engineering Expected tools/tech responsibilities Develop and support applications using Python and C# Work with SQL to manage and query data Use Git for version control and team collaboration Apply core software engineering principles (clean code, debugging) Support DevOps processes including build, testing, and deployment Gain hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and cloud technologies Assist with automation and scripting tasks Essential Skills Passion for technology & digital innovation. Motivation for a career in technology consulting. Curiosity about Data & AI, Cloud, Software Engineering, or Cybersecurity. Basic interest/experience in Python, SQL, C#, automation, or software development. Familiarity or willingness to learn Git, DevOps, engineering principles. Desire to train on Microsoft Azure or existing Microsoft certification. Interest in cloud platforms (Azure preferred). Communication skills (written & spoken English). Analytical thinking and problem‑solving. Teamwork and collaboration. Beneficial Experience Basic Python / SQL / C# / automation. Knowledge of Data Engineering, AI, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, IAM, or Cloud Security. Awareness of Agile/Scrum. Interest or experience with Azure, AWS, or GCP. Version control or DevOps exposure.. Entry Requirements You must have completed a Level 3 Software Development Apprenticeship with QA or have an equivalent qualification with another training provider OR An A-level in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) subject and a successful completion of our aptitude test OR A BTEC Diploma in IT and a successful completion of our aptitude test OR 2 years’ experience in a relevant role and successful completion of our aptitude test You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme. If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications. 5. Working Hours 40 hours per week Why Join Us You will become part of an active and growing AI community. Your future colleagues will help you with questions and challenges. Moreover, there is a pleasant, informal working atmosphere. Knowledge development is our focus, and we ensure this both by offering formal training opportunities as well as informal evenings where peers share their knowledge. With your passion, you can use the latest Microsoft technology to make a daily difference for our customers in the Enterprise market. We have a strong focus on the career and development opportunities of all our people. Everyone has a career advisor who will work with you to guide you in choosing from the many training opportunities we offer. A diverse environment where respect for our clients, our teams, and the world around us is at the heart of everything we do. 7. Benefits Salary: 24 707 pounds/year Holidays: 25 days/year Pension: Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) We support your long-term financial future from the very start of your career with us. Employees are automatically enrolled into our Group Personal Pension Plan in their second month of employment, making it easy to begin building retirement savings early. Contributions are made via salary sacrifice, with the company contributing 7% and employees contributing a minimum of 3.5%, with the flexibility to adjust contributions twice a year (January and July). Our pension scheme offers a range of investment fund options, giving you the flexibility to align your pension strategy with your personal goals. Life Assurance Private Healthcare Plan (Administered by AXA) Dental Insurance (Bupa) Peppy Health App Through our partnership with Peppy, employees have access to personalized, expert-led support across key life and health areas — including women’s health, men’s health, fertility, menopause and early parenthood. The service is available to employees and their partners aged 18, and includes confidential chat support, educational webinars and one-to-one video consultations with qualified practitioners — providing accessible guidance when it matters most. Flu Vaccination Reimbursement To support seasonal wellbeing, employees can claim reimbursement of up to £25 annually towards the cost of a flu vaccination Professional certification funding Microsoft certification provided 100% free by our Company Equipment provided - Laptop Access to latest Microsoft Technologies 8. Future Prospects Transition into Technology Consultant or Engineer roles. Exposure to cloud services, app development, data platforms, automation, analytics. Opportunities to work on Microsoft-powered solutions. Opportunity to progress onto a Degree Apprenticeship 9. About QA Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. 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