Trainee Software Developer Plymouth, England
Job description
We are expanding our IT department and have a number of exciting roles available in our Applications team based at Exeter or Plymouth.
If you are an aspiring IT professional who relishes a challenge then this could be for you! From day one you will be inducted as a fully-fledged and valued product team member, receiving the close mentorship, training and guidance required to realise your goals. Opportunities include mobile, web, full-stack, database and cross-platform application development.
If you have an IT related degree (or equivalent) or have related practical experience, and are looking to build a career in the industry, then we look forward to hearing from you.
As part of our hybrid working approach and in line with our policy, this role allows you to apply for a mix of office and home working. Hybrid working can only be considered once your initial training is complete and subject to business need.
If you are offered a position, you will be required to undertake and successfully complete a BS7858 security screening check.
As an equal opportunities employer who is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we celebrate individual difference and are actively bringing in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture. We anonymise all jobs in our recruitment system, so we can eliminate unconscious bias and be a workplace that reflects the community we serve. Hiring managers only have access to necessary information after shortlisting has taken place and before interview so they can prepare.
Main ResponsibilitiesThis is an opportunity to make a real difference working individually and collaboratively alongside experienced team members, fulfilling tasks spanning all aspects of the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Join us in our relentless refining of the craft of software development with the goal of building upon the high levels of business value we deliver. To maintain this high level of service we must embrace best fit new technology stacks, adopt and adapt processes and best practices, and leverage the benefits of DevOps.
In an always learning environment you will collaborate with other teams and problem solve by coming up with creative solutions to requirements before transforming into functional elements. Following successful completion of your training you will be appointed to the salary range £44,367 to £49,522.
National Grid embraces a fully inclusive culture and is passionate about its people, we are motivated to get the best out of one another. In return we simply ask for your commitment and enthusiasm to our core values and goals.
The Ideal CandidateYou will have an IT related degree (or equivalent) or have related practical experience and looking to build a career in the industry.
You will be highly self-motivated, with a desire or ability to build and support application development projects through to a successful completion and be able to demonstrate that you have the necessary developer aptitude, motivation and skills to make a success of this opportunity.
About The CompanyIf this is your opportunity to join us, you’ll find we offer a supportive, rewarding and friendly working environment where you’ll be empowered to build a career. Along the way, you’ll be invested in, be enabled by the latest technology and find that we’re always interested in evolving our systems and processes so that we get even better, every day.
We strive to maintain a workplace that values diversity and wellbeing by accepting and respecting individual differences such as ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical abilities, marital status, employment status, religion or belief.
Our extensive benefits package includes:
- A competitive salary between £36,148 - £40,203
- 26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
- Competitive contributory pension scheme (maximum company contribution up to 10%)
- Annual Share Save plan
- Contributory private healthcare scheme
- Flexible working hours – subject to 37 hours per week and some set core hours
- Hybrid working - remote & office mix (subject to probationary period)
- Progression & career opportunities
- Close mentorship and regular feedback
- Training and development opportunities
- Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
- Home working kit including laptop, monitor & headset provided
- Free On-Site Parking
Additional Application Information
Recruitment correspondence is usually sent by email, so please do check your email account including spam/junk folders regularly after the closing date.
To enhance your candidate experience, we recommend using Google Chrome to complete your online application. Should you have any questions regarding this or require additional support to complete your online application, please email [email protected]
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient numbers of suitable applications be received. We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible.
About UsWe’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.
Our IT team are vital to our business in many ways. Not only do they assist their colleagues across the business by supporting and enabling everything from desktop computers and networking to managing infrastructure, they also take care of cyber security and develop applications. Right now, we’re looking for a Trainee Software Developer to join us.
We are an equal opportunities employer. Our desire is to bring in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build further on our inclusive culture. We value and celebrate individual difference and we believe that an inclusive culture will help the business grow as a positive, strong and innovative company.
