Software Engineer Apprentice - Degree + Real-World Impact

The Bbc; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

BBC is offering a Software Engineer apprentice role (SED27) as part of its Data Sourcing team. You’ll gain hands-on experience across BBC apps, iOS/Android libraries, and CI/CD practices, while learning to apply software engineering principles throughout the development life cycle.

Successful completion leads to an Undergraduate Degree in Digital and Technology Solutions Professional from a UK university. You’ll study on- and off-the-job, with mentoring and opportunities to join BBC Technology

Qualifications

• Maths and English GCSE at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Some experience of coding and/or software engineering.
• A basic coding test will form part of the assessment for this scheme.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in BBC software engineering teams across TV, audio, online and digital platforms.
• Develop understanding of BBC apps and websites from analysis to support.
• Apply software engineering principles across the solution development life cycle, ensuring security and quality.
• Learn to deliver robust, reliable software through testing and quality control practices.

Skills

Maths

Coding

Problem solving

Education

GCSE Maths & English (4/C or above)

No degree required (apprenticeship aimed at non-graduates)

Job description

BBC is offering a Software Engineer apprentice role (SED27) as part of its Data Sourcing team. You’ll gain hands-on experience across BBC apps, iOS/Android libraries, and CI/CD practices, while learning to apply software engineering principles throughout the development life cycle.

Successful completion leads to an Undergraduate Degree in Digital and Technology Solutions Professional from a UK university. You’ll study on- and off-the-job, with mentoring and opportunities to join BBC Technology