Software developer. Review

by IBM

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Software Developer - C++ and MFC -Bug fixes -Designing and writing applications -Software testing -Documentation

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Majority of skills programming based, Beginner C++ qualification from QA. Presentation, sales and general business skills from IBM Apprenticeship training. Most skills gained from on-the-job learning.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the people I work with and my job role. I also enjoy the flexibility of training I can plan.

7/10

4. How valued do you feel by IBM?

I feel appreciated in my job role and on my project.

6/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Good structure for first two years, some lack in communication. Training planned well.

6/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

Support easy to find, help is always there.

7/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

The majority of support is from fellow apprentices, and co-workers on my project. Support is always there in the apprenticeship team, but not always needed.

7/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

I spend a lot of money on travel, which is not covered or paid for. But this was expected when taking the role. Salary meets current living and travel costs. Expected pay rises have not been as consistent as expected - may not be due to apprenticeship team.

7/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Mostly company/business sector wide events.

5/10

9. Would you recommend IBM to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Job security, decent pay and on-the-job training.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to IBM?

Ask as many questions as possible about your job role, the apprenticeship scheme, the scheme plan and the training you will be going on.