Software Engineer Review

My role involes the continuous learning of software development tools, techniques and technologies which i can apply both in the future and on current projects. I am involved as an integral team member, and am used as an adaptable asset to clients. As my experience grows, my responsibilty will continue to grow too.

I have started from a very limited software development experience level, and have been given the training and tools to progress to a proficient level in a short space of time as long as I make use of these tools and continue to apply myself. I've already gained exposure to 10+ languages which will be valuable in my future.

I love working here at BAE, and I feel that the exposure I have to clients and technology is invaluable. I am able to work on personal projects as well as client projects - learning while im earning. I have a fantastic set of colleagues and have felt in safe hands so far.

Our programme is well structured, splitting our time between blocks of training and time in the office. We were given dates in advance for our training so that we could do some preparation and we could enure we make the most of our training. The selected supplier also mirrors this structured approach ensuring we have the required information in advance

I've been given the support I need to grow from the outset, and the company have ensured that we've always had the information we need. I'm confortable in the knowledge that if i need anything, my line manager, skills manager or mentor will have the details I need - if i dont already have access to them already.

The training provider keep in regular contact to give us information regarding excellent tools to utilise, and ensure that the time we spend on their site is optimised to learning as much as possible - to both pass the test and learn up-to-date techniques too. They are always at the end of an email or phone call too which is very reassuring.

The qualifications we've done so far have been an excellent introduction to the work we have been doing since joining because it has given be a basic understanding of development concepts which will continue to be expanded upon throughout my future training and my at-work training through Udemy and CodeAcademy.

There is a plethora of extra-curricular activities to be involved in, some of which are free activities to enjoy, others are groups of like-minded people who are looking to build/develop new skills or fix things that are either broken or out of use. e.g. fixing/building an android game that stopped working.

Yes

BAE Systems are at the forefront of their industry and they are always thriving to get better. They push the boundaries, by investing in and utilising people where possible to both innovate and evole their product offering accross a range of markets. They really care about their people and it shows!

Jump into it, give it a go and you'll realise that it is 100% worth the time and effort. You will gain extremely valuable skills and experience that you won't get elsewhere, and you'll have a blast while doing it. I've already recommended BAE to friends and i'm only just getting started myself.