Software Engineering Academy (.NET/ Python)

With a blend of workshops, mentored coaching sessions and self guided learning, the Academy will cover:

• The fundamentals of the Software Development Lifecycle

• Proficient application of Agile methodologies within a professional environment (e.g. Scrum, Kanban, Lean).

• Training in core technologies used across our technical capabilities including programming languages (.Net, Python, Javascript and Typescript)

• Include upskilling in emerging AI technologies and their application in software.

• Strategies for fostering personal development and navigating career progression.

You will also be integrated into the broader Answer Digital community, engaging with professionals across various disciplines and industry sectors, with plenty of opportunity to learn.

As the Academy approaches its conclusion, you will complete a series of analytical tasks and presentations for your Technical Mentor. The Academy culminates in an assignment undertaken alongside an experienced consultant on a live project.

Do you have experience in TypeScript?, This isn't just about your experience, we're investing in you as a person and you'll be set up for success if you have:

• A genuine commitment to developing a career in application development and digital transformation
• A passion for continuous learning and professional development.
• Great communication skills, encompassing the ability to interact confidently with diverse individuals and groups at all organisational levels, and to adapt how you communicate to suit your audience.
• A strong focus on achieving positive outcomes for both end-users and clients.
• A collaborative and team-oriented approach to work.
• Commercial experience or the understanding of commercial impacts to project work
• Effective time management skills and the ability to prioritise

Salary: £27,500 (rising to £30,000 upon graduation of the Academy), We're an Employee-Owned Company. After 12 months - through the Employee Ownership Trust you will be part of the ownership of Answer; a major factor in driving engagement, retention and growth for our people.

• Competitive salary, starting at £27,500 and increasing to £30,000 after the Academy.

• Flexible annual leave (buy/sell and carry forward).

• Twice a year income-tax free bonus if company-wide performance targets are met - we're all in this together!

• Continuous training and development - if you want to learn, we'll provide all the support you need.

• Flexible Pension - we match your own contributions up to 5%

• A flexible Healthcare cash plan so you can fund the care you value most.

• A packed social calendar including; end of year party and Summer away days, monthly and quarterly company team socials.

• Parking at Head Offices in central Leeds, plus Cycle2Work & Green Car Lease schemes to help get you here.

• The chance to give back - get involved nationally and regionally with partnerships to get people from different backgrounds into tech, as well as lots of charity and community events.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Answer we proudly embrace diversity and inclusion - we want to create a safe environment for everyone to bring their true selves to work.

Answer Digital is a proudly Employee-Owned digital transformation consultancy headquartered in Leeds. We've delivered large-scale, cutting edge and life saving digital solutions in both the private and healthcare sectors. After a period of huge growth, we're looking to invest in our people with our first Software Engineering Academy of the Year. We're passionate about investing in our people, so much so that "Nurturation" is one of our core values (our way of nurturing growth through collaboration!) Our Academy We're looking for motivated and ambitious people to join our Software Engineering Academy, a 12 week programme designed to give you all the tools to be a Software Engineering Consultant here at Answer Digital. You'll be employed with us from Day 1 and the programme has been designed by our talented consultants to accelerate the professional development of great people. The Academy will cover all the key tools and technologies our Software Engineers work with, so by the time the Academy is complete, you'll have all the skills and knowledge to play a pivotal role on one of our projects.