Software Developer Review

by IBM

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.1/10

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

Software Development, Requirement Elicitation, Design, Architecture, Cloud Services, Report Writing, Workshops, Meetings, Stakeholder Engagement, Mentoring, Coaching, Project Management, SCRUM, Learning, Agile, Personal Development, Support,

7/10

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

HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Programming, Requirement Gathering, Presenting, Engagement, Solutions Architecture, People Management, Project Management, Business Case Production, Workshop facilitation, Report Writing, Critical Thinking, Objective Thinking.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the program generally. I am trusted to do my work, and appreciate the efforts that IBM makes towards aiding me to fulfil my apprenticeship while getting hands on experience.

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Within IBM, the organisation is effective. I think that Firebrand needs to address their organisation skills. I am given inconsistent messaging from Firebrand which has resulted in plenty of confusion for me through my apprenticeship.

6/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

100%

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

The support I am offered seems comprehensive, but I have never engaged with it.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

Somewhat, but I find myself doing work that is far beyond the bounds of Software development.

7/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Volunteering, sports, socials.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend IBM to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is an excellent place to start a career as they support development and career progression from day 1.

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

Be curious, and try everything. Take opportunities that are presented to you, especially when outside of your comfort zone.