Campus - Apprenticeship Programme - Technology Software Engineering - Burgess Hill - 2026 (UK)

American Express; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services company in the United Kingdom is offering a Software Engineering Apprenticeship. This program lasts 18 months and provides essential work experience while allowing you to gain a Level 4 qualification. You will engage in real-world projects using various programming languages, gain hands-on coding experience, and benefit from a structured training program. Ideal candidates will have A-Levels or equivalent in STEM and a strong passion for technology.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Bonus incentives

Comprehensive medical benefits

Flexible working model

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• A-Levels or equivalent preferably in STEM subjects.
• GCSE Maths & English required.
• Prior coding knowledge or experience in at least one programming language.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for adopting new technologies.
• Develop software applications as part of a Scrum team.
• Write code and conduct code reviews.

Skills

Creative thinking

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Passion for technology

Coding knowledge

Education

A-Levels or equivalent in STEM

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

Java

Go

Kotlin

Python

CSS

JavaScript

Job description

You Lead the Way. We’ve Got Your Back.

With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities and each other. Here, you’ll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey that’s unique and meaningful to you with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally.

At American Express, you’ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact—every colleague can share in the company’s success. Together, we’ll win as a team, striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to provide the world’s best customer experience every day. And we’ll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong.

Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together.

Business Unit/Role Specific Info

We are looking for Apprentices to join our 18 Month Software Engineering Apprenticeship which will give you real world work experience whilst allowing you to gain a Level 4 qualification.

Our Program has been designed to nurture our next generation of technical specialists and leaders. We’ll provide you with continuous training and development, 20% classroom-based with our external training partner and 80% on the job learning. You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of programming languages; Java, Go, Kotlin, Python, CSS, Java Script, Mavern, Spring and many more.

American Express has a deep-rooted culture of learning for all colleagues and you will be supported at every step of your journey. You will work on projects that have real and long-lasting impact on our business, as well as growing your technical expertise, we will also support your development through a curated program of networking and learning experiences.

What type of work can you expect?

• Identify exciting opportunities for adopting new technologies to solve existing needs and predict future challenges
• Develop software applications as part of a Scrum team
• Learn technical skills, write code, conduct code reviews and testing
• Partner with Product Managers Senior Engineers and Application Architects on your team to conceptualize, build new products and prioritize features.

• Design work, such as user experience or graphic design
• Take part in social activities, charity days, and projects with other Apprentices, Summer Interns and Graduates

Minimum Qualifications

• A-Levels - or equivalent i.e. BTEC, T-Levels (Grade 5 or above) preferably in STEM related subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths)
• GCSE Maths & English – (Grade 5 or above)

Please note that if you have studied Computer Science at Level 4 or achieved Software Engineering Level 4 Diploma, you are not eligible to apply.

Preferred Skills

• Creative, collaborative, and curious thinker with a desire to learn
• An eye for detail and the ability to identify opportunities for innovation and change
• Passion for technology

• Some entry level software development experience, design, or creative experience of developing products or projects either in an academic, professional, or personal setting

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate work to team members and partners.
• Prior coding knowledge/experience in at least one programming language

Our team will review completed applications on a rolling basis. We appreciate your patience while we consider your application and will be in contact with you.

Compliance Language

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United Kingdom is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

As Apprenticeships funded by the U.K. Government there are strict eligibility criteria, that must be met in order to progress your application.

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/664620c4993111924d9d36ad/Apprenticeship_Funding_Rules_2024-2025_version_1.pdf

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
• Career development and training opportunities

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.