**Introduction** At IBM, we know that transformation drives change, and it is in our DNA to continuously transform. Our Technology professionals help drive large scale change that spans IBM business units and geographies. As a part of this team, you will have the unique opportunity to be a part of driving IBM’s ongoing transformation as a company that continuously innovates and leads the market. **Your role and responsibilities** We’re looking for individuals with a genuine passion for technology and problem solving.Candidates will already have achieved sixth form/ college qualifications and be ready to start work on 30th June. We are keen to receive applications from those who have studied Computer Science at sixth form/ college, but also applicants who have a passion for technology and can demonstrate technical skills such as coding. The Enterprise Transaction Systems and Integration (ETS&I) team is looking for apprentice software developers and software testers with a real passion for creating solutions to enable customers to solve business problems. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals in a design led and agile environment to deliver world class quality product enhancements. As valued members of the Hursley team, the right candidates will enhance their technical skills gaining hands- on experience in the full product development lifecycle. Software development continues to rapidly transform across the industry. We are looking for candidates who will actively engage in these improvements and get involved in opportunities to take a highly successful product suite to the next level. We are looking for good communication skills (both verbally and digitally), a passion for learning, a proven ability to utilise new skills quickly, the desire to innovate and a keenness to exploit new technologies. We work in multi- disciplinary squads and all team members are expected to engage in every aspect of the product development lifecycle and develop, test and support products and maintain and automate secure delivery pipelines. The successful candidates will want to grow their software programming/engineering and problem-solving abilities. They will work with mentors and different teams to successfully pass their apprenticeship and gain valuable technical skills. The portfolio includes several transaction products. The most long standing is the renown CICS Transaction Server, often called simply CICS: a powerful, mixed-language application server that runs on the IBM Z mainframe and operating system called z/OS. We have a growing number of other products that provide integration between IBM Z and other platforms. Your Apprenticeship As a Digital and Technology Solutions Degree apprentice, you will develop a broad range of technical and business skills, including information systems, systems development, data, business organisations, project management and computer & network infrastructure. You will also take modules to develop your skills in a technical specialism. There's an opportunity to experience University life and meet apprentices from other organisations during days at university and interactive learning sessions. As a Digital and Technology Solutions Degree apprentice you will be asked to provide your preferences for a specialism when you complete your application form. The possible specialisms available for this role are: · *Software Engineer * Please note the decision on specialism will be made by IBM reflecting business need. For additional information regarding specialisms please visit: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticesstandards/digital-and-technology-solutions-professional-v1-2 Competitive Benefits Package: * Competitive Starting Salary: £26k or higher * Generous Holiday Allowance: 25 days per year * Flexible Benefits: including healthcare and other perks * IBM Rewards: Enjoy discounts and benefits at high-street shops and cinemas **Required technical and professional expertise** * All our apprenticeships are office based, a minimum of 3 days a week, these are NOT remote roles. You need to live within commutable distance to one of our locations. * Expected location: Hursley (near Winchester). * Valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England * Roles require eligibility for Security Clearance. * You must be authorised to work in the UK without sponsorship. * Maths & English GCSE or equivalent (level 4 or above.). If you do not have GCSEs, please check [1] https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/english-and-maths-requirements-in-apprenticeship-standards-at-level-2-and-above * Experience of coding / programming would be desirable * Achieved a minimum of 120 UCAS points, equivalent to BBB at A level. Please note we are not looking for applicants who will take sixth form/ college qualifications in 2025. * You cannot have already started or completed an apprenticeship or university course in a similar area. You don't need to have studied technology, computer science or STEM subjects but you must have a keen interest and passion in technology. We’re seeking talented individual who are curious about Tech. Start dates for 2025 We are looking for Apprentices who will start on the following date in 2025 - please note we cannot make any exceptions to this start date. * 30th June 2025 We recommend you apply as soon as possible as our apprenticeship opportunities are very popular and we will close for applications as soon as we have sufficient candidates. References Visible links 1. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/english-and-maths-requirements-in-apprenticeship-standards-at-level-2-and-above **Preferred technical and professional experience** None