Technology
Campus - Apprenticeship Programme - Technology Software Engineering
American Express
Location
London
Postcode
SW1W 9TQ
Salary
Competitive
Duration
18 months
Positions available
1
Level
Level 4 – Higher
Qualification
Level 4
Start date
1 January 2027
Application deadline
8 October 2026
Vacancy reference
25022281
Minimum grades
A-Levels or equivalent (BTEC, T-Levels) Grade 5 or above in STEM subjects; GCSE Maths & English Grade 5 or above
About the role
Join our 18 Month Software Engineering Apprenticeship which will give you real world work experience whilst allowing you to gain a Level 4 qualification. You will work on projects that have real and long-lasting impact on our business, growing your technical expertise through a curated program of networking and learning experiences. You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of programming languages including Java, Go, Kotlin, Python, CSS, JavaScript, Maven, Spring and many more.
Requirements
A-Levels or equivalent (BTEC, T-Levels) Grade 5 or above, preferably in STEM subjects. GCSE Maths & English Grade 5 or above. Prior coding knowledge/experience in at least one programming language preferred. Creative, collaborative, and curious thinker with passion for technology. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Entry level software development experience, design, or creative experience preferred.
Working week
Full time, day shift, hybrid working model
Skills
Software developmentJavaGoKotlinPythonCSSJavaScriptCode reviewTestingScrumCommunicationProblem solvingCollaboration
Required qualifications
Essential
A Level · STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) · Grade 5
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 5
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 5
Desired
Other · Prior coding knowledge/experience in at least one programming language
Training & development
20% classroom-based training with external training partner and 80% on-the-job learning. Develop software applications as part of a Scrum team, learn technical skills, write code, conduct code reviews and testing. Partner with Product Managers, Senior Engineers and Application Architects to conceptualize and build new products. Participate in social activities, charity days, and projects with other Apprentices, Summer Interns and Graduates.
Future prospects
Gain Level 4 Software Engineering qualification. Develop technical expertise in multiple programming languages and frameworks. Build real-world software development experience through project work with business impact.
Company benefits
Competitive base salaries, bonus incentives, support for financial well-being and retirement, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability benefits, flexible working model with hybrid/onsite/virtual arrangements, generous paid parental leave, free access to global on-site wellness centers, free and confidential counseling support through Healthy Minds program, career development and training opportunities.
About American Express
American Express is a global financial services company with a 175-year history of innovation, built on shared values and Leadership Behaviors, with an unwavering commitment to backing customers, communities and colleagues. The company operates with a strong risk mindset and is committed to delivering differentiated products and world-class customer service.
If this one works out
This role is in London. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £900–£1,400 a month.