Hands-on Software Engineer Apprentice (Level 6)

BBC Group and Public Services

Eccles

On-site

GBP 22,000 - 27,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

BBC invites applications for a Software Engineering Apprenticeship at Salford. This Level 6 apprenticeship lasts 40 months and combines on‑the‑job training with formal learning to earn an undergraduate degree. You’ll contribute to BBC iPlayer, Sounds, News and Sport platforms while developing essential software engineering skills.

You will learn modern tech like Java, Python and OpenSearch, and gain exposure to AI/ML enhancements, semantic search and large-scale systems.

Qualifications

Maths and English GCSE at grade 4/C or higher.
Some coding or software engineering experience.
Be 18 or older by September 2027.
Must live within a commutable distance of role.
Must have lived in the UK for the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

Gain hands-on experience in BBC software engineering teams across TV, audio, online and digital platforms.
Understand how BBC apps and websites are fit for purpose across the development life cycle.
Apply software engineering principles from requirements to delivery with security in mind.
Develop testing and quality control practices to ensure reliability.
Explore troubleshooting with guidance from your team.
Work on ground-breaking complex projects aligned with BBC's Digital First strategy.