2026 Algorithms Engineering Apprentice – Cheadle

Best Apprenticeships; Stockport; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics and technology firm is offering an exciting opportunity as an Algorithm Engineering Apprentice. You will gain hands-on experience in designing signal processing and AI algorithms that drive cutting-edge sonar systems. This role allows for collaboration with a diverse team, enhancing problem-solving and communication skills. Ideal candidates should be eager to learn about digital technologies and programming, particularly in MATLAB and Python. Join us to embark on this rewarding journey in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Enhance skills in designing signal processing and AI algorithms.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of experts.
• Create complex systems for customers.

Skills

Problem‑solving methods and approaches

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of digital technologies

Signal processing techniques

Effective algorithm design

Foundational concepts in mathematics and physics

Systems analysis

Scientific programming languages

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Are you passionate about engineering? Do you have an inquisitive mind? Do you want to be part of an Apprenticeship Programme that will develop and challenge you? If so, read on to see what Thales has on offer.

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands‑on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Join us as an Algorithm Engineering Apprentice where you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your skills in designing the signal processing and AI algorithms that power the world’s leading sonar systems. You will collaborate with a diverse team of experts to create complex systems for our customers. This role promises an exciting journey into the world of sonar technology!

As an Algorithm Engineering Apprentice, you will experience and develop crucial skills in the following areas:

• Problem‑solving methods and approaches
• Effective communication skills in both writing reports and giving presentations
• Knowledge and application of the key digital technologies such as data science or AI/ML
• Signal processing (such as audio, image, video processing) and information processing (raw data or structured data)
• Effective algorithm design and implementations, and importance of verification and validation
• An understanding of foundational concepts in mathematics and physics that apply to underwater acoustic systems
• Conduct high level of systems analysis with supporting application of science and mathematics
• Scientific and numerical programming and scripting languages (e.g. MATLAB, Python)