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Apprentice Software Developer

Border Merchant Systems Ltd · Catapwlt
Location
Monmouth, Wales
Postcode
NP25 5JA
Salary
Apprenticeship rates
Positions available
1
Level
Level 4 – Higher
Qualification
Apprenticeship Level 4 – Software Developer
Application deadline
15 October 2026
Vacancy reference
7244

About the role

Join an established company with an enviable reputation for supplying a market leading business systems solution into builders/timbers/plumbing merchants. Your role will be to assist on a variety of projects including development of new functionality as well as maintain existing systems. You will be exposed to a broad range of technologies and the full product development lifecycle. This a very exciting time to join us as we move from a traditional server application to a cloud-based solution. You will report to a senior developer who will provide the mentoring and support to help develop your career in software development. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business that believes in working hard and having fun at the same time. Responsibilities include (with training and full support): Developing applications, managing support requests, bug tracing and fixing, managing personal tasks unaided when required, monitoring scheduled processes, and maintaining a relaxed but professional relationship with colleagues. Benefits In addition to your formal Apprenticeship, we may also train you in: Progress 4GL Java PostGres Docker Other web technologies and tools

Requirements

• GCSE (or equivalent) English – Grade A*–C / Level 2 (required) • GCSE IT or related subject (desirable)

Working week

31-40 hours per week

Skills

Application developmentBug tracing and fixingSupport request managementTask managementProcess monitoringProgress 4GLJavaPostgreSQLDockerWeb technologies

Things to consider

If shortlisted you will be contacted by our Apprenticeship specialists, Salad Skills, by phone. If successful you will be invited to a friendly group assessment session at Borders, with a max of 8 candidates. If unsuccessful after this stage you will receive personalised feedback with your strengths and tips to improve your chances at future interviews/assessments.

About Border Merchant Systems Ltd

Contact email
sarah.cripps@saladskills.co.uk