Technology
Degree Apprenticeship - BSc Digital Technology Solutions - Software Developer
Shield Reply LTD · UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Location
Bristol
Postcode
BS1 6AA
Salary
£15,600 to £24,784.50 a year
Duration
3 Years
Hours per week
37.5h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Digital and technology solutions professional (level 6)
Start date
1 September 2026
Application deadline
22 June 2026
Posted
11 June 2026
Vacancy reference
2000036564
Disability Confident
✓ Yes
About the role
- Support the development, testing, and improvement of software applications, including fixing issues with guidance from the team
- Write clear and well-structured code while learning best practices
- Assist with setting up and managing cloud environments (e.g. Oracle Cloud), including storage services
- Learn to use tools and scripts to help automate systems and deployments
- Work closely with experienced developers and engineers to understand requirements and build solutions
- Take part in testing, code reviews, and quality checks to ensure work is reliable
- Help monitor applications and systems, and support in resolving any issues
- Contribute to deployment processes and learn how applications are released and updated
- Support basic database tasks such as creating and updating tables
- Follow security and data protection best practices with guidance
- Assist with documentation to keep systems and processes clear and organised
- Continuously learn and develop skills in software development and cloud technologies
Working week
Four days of working (9am to 5:30pm) coupled with one day reserved for learning
Skills
Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeProgrammingGrowth MindsetAI literacyEmpathy
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 5
Essential
GCSE · Mathematics · Grade 5
Essential
A Level · Computer Science · Grade B
Desired
A Level · Mathematics · Grade B
Training & development
- Three-years BSc degree delivered by The University of Exeter.
- Training will include one day per week of online teaching during term time as well as around 22 days of on-campus teaching at The University of Exeter.
Future prospects
Subject to availability and performance, this role will shift into a permanent career path at Shield Reply.
Company benefits
Additional flexible benefits package (£2,500) per annum as well as attractive workplace pension contribution.
Things to consider
Shield Reply's team works exclusively with defence customers. Candidates must be eligible for full UK Security Check clearance.
About Shield Reply LTD
Shield Reply are specialists in the Defense and Security sector, driving technology-led transformational change with the design, delivery and management of Oracle cloud-based services and APEX solutions