Apprentice Software Engineer Level 6

CACI Digital Experience (formerly Cyber-Duck); Plymouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Plymouth is seeking a Level 6 Degree Apprentice Software Engineer to start in September 2026. This 3-year program provides hands-on experience in software development while pursuing a BSc from Exeter University. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, emphasizing support, growth, and a vibrant culture. Candidates should possess A levels in STEM subjects, demonstrating a passion for technology through personal projects or studies. Applications close on 5th March 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Work-life balance

Early careers programme

Social events

Matched pension and healthcare

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Passion for technology through personal projects or academic studies.
• Expecting to achieve required A levels or equivalents next year.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-skilled team to deliver solutions.
• Create logical and maintainable code.
• Develop effective user interfaces.
• Design and develop applications and services across the stack.
• Learn advanced technologies and develop competencies.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership skills

Logical coding

User interface development

Education

3 x A level Grade B or above in STEM

BTEC Level 3 IT Extended Diploma

Job description

We are the Information Intelligence Group (IIG) of CACI UK, providing bespoke software solutions to solve our customers complex problems. As our team continues to grow, we are looking for a Level 6 Degree Apprentice Software Engineer to join us in September 2026 for the duration of 3 years, based in Plymouth. As part of the scheme, you will achieve a BSc Digital and Technology Solutions from Exeter University.

We offer a supportive, flexible working environment where you will grow your technical knowledge and apply this on live customer projects. You will learn from some of the UK’s leading Software Developers, who will provide full support and exposure to the full software lifecycle. You will have the opportunity to join one of our small, fast‑paced, agile delivery teams; using agile methodology and DevOps techniques to build backend systems, data processing pipelines, and progressive web apps for customers in the UK Government and Defence sector.

This role requires you to be a British Citizen (either born or naturalised) and be living in the UK.

The Opportunity

You will have the opportunity to join one of our small, fast‑paced, agile delivery teams; using agile methodology and DevOps techniques to build backend systems, data processing pipelines, and progressive web apps for customers in the UK Government and Defence sector.

Responsibilities

• Working as part of a multi‑skilled team to deliver solutions
• Creating logical and maintainable code
• Developing effective user interfaces
• Involvement in the design and development of applications and services across the stack, along with the cloud infrastructure they run on
• Taking on real business challenges in software engineering and receive training and support throughout
• Learning and working with some of the most advanced technologies, enabling you to develop a broad range of competencies including teamwork, communication and leadership skills

The Fit

We are looking to speak with individuals who are passionate about technology, looking to start their career within Software Engineering in a consultancy environment. You will be able to demonstrate this passion through personal projects or academic studies, together with or expecting to achieve next year either of the following:

• 3 x A level Grade B or above in STEM related subjects
• BTEC or equivalent Level 3 Information Technology Extended Diploma (Grade D, D, D) desirable

Benefits

The Level 6 Apprentice Software Engineer role is an excellent opportunity, and CACI rewards their staff well with a competitive salary and impressive benefits package which includes:

• Competitive Salary: £22,000 + regular generous pay increments
• Work Life Balance: 37.5 hour weeks around core hours of 10:00 – 15:00
• Early Careers Programme: 20 per cent of your contracted time devoted to studying for a degree and gaining off‑the‑job learning
• Social: Fantastic culture with monthly social events
• Future You: Matched pension and health care package
• Environment: We provide employees with a great working environment focused on support, growth and empowerment

We offer a great L&D package, a career coach and guilds to share innovation and learning. We also offer self‑directed career progression that fosters opportunities for success for us and our business.

Please note - We are closing applications on 5th March 2026.

Equal Opportunities

CACI is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Embracing the diversity of our people, we are on a journey to build a truly inclusive work environment where no one is treated less favourably due to ethnic origin, age, gender, veteran status, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, and disability or health condition, actively working to prevent discrimination.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will provide reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process where requested (contact a member of the recruitment team on 020 7602 6000 to discuss individual requirements further) and offer people with health conditions and disabilities, meeting the minimum criteria for a role, an interview.