Apprentice Development & Operations Engineer

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Are you someone who loves using technology, perhaps you’ve dabbled in coding or just love working with computers?  GammaLabs is on the lookout for two Apprentice Development Operations Engineers (DevOps) to join their team and gain real, practical experience in coding and managing software. 

Main purpose of role: 

As an apprentice in Gamma’s DevOps team, you will build, test, and release software, including ‘bots’ that perform automatic processes in the business, working to improve the customers experience with Gamma sites. You will rotate through different teams within DevOps called 'squads', allowing you to work on the things you find the most interesting in the business. You will also be able to shadow and work closely with more experienced employees such as the engineering team on a variety of projects, gaining practical knowledge of Gamma technologies and software.  

The purpose of the apprentice position is to develop your skills over time until you are able to move into an experienced Junior Development Operations Engineer (known internally as Junior DevOps Engineer). As an apprentice you will receive guidance and support from your manager and team to eventually become independent in your role. 

Key responsibilities: 

You will be taught everything you need to know, especially the technical knowledge, however, as an apprentice you can expect to: 

• Help to automate Gamma ‘bots’ and improve their efficiency. 

• Help to build, support, and monitor Gamma solutions, systems, and processes. 

• Work with other engineering teams to understand requirements, ask questions, and contribute to building secure and efficient platforms. 

• Participate in learning about how to perform risk assessments. 

• Take part in a team blog that documents key objectives and learning outcomes. 

Are you someone who: 

• Has a basic understanding of coding or scripting (e.g., Python, Bash, or similar). This could be through your studies or from relevant hobbies.
• Is naturally curious and not to afraid to ask questions.
• Has a strong desire to learn and get into the detail of the role, thinking about why you're doing a task and not just how. 
• Able to prioritise your work and ask for help if needed.
• Hs a problem-solving mindset and great time management skills so you can deliver projects on time.  

To be successful in this role, you do not need any formal qualifications or experience.    

Qualification you will earn:

• DevOps Engineer Level 4

Skills you will gain: 

You will be taught everything you need to know, especially the technical knowledge, however, as an apprentice, you can expect to:   

• Learn how to write code and scripts to automate ‘bots’. 

• Learn how to use technologies like Python, Ansible, Terraform, Jira and more. 

• Learn how to analyse data to determine system errors and resolve them.  

• Become an expert in Gamma technology and software. 

Please note, you are unable to apply for this apprenticeship if you have already attained one of the following: 

• DevOps Engineer Level 4 

• Digital Technology Solutions Level 6  

• Digital and technology solutions specialist Level 7 

Please also note that this job description is not exhaustive, and you may be asked to undertake additional duties as reasonably requested by your line manager. As an apprentice Development Operations Engineer, you will have plenty of opportunities to learn and grow in your role, and Gamma will provide you with all the support you need to develop your skills and progress your career. 

Please download the application form by clicking on the following link - 'Candidate Application Form Download'. You must complete the required application answers as part of the recruitment process. Once filled out, kindly submit the form as part of your application. You will be able to attach the form once you click through onto 'Apply Now'.

* As part of our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, we ask candidates about their background, including if they received free school meals, their parents' qualifications, and the type of schooling they attended. This helps us understand the varied experiences of our applicants and identify any potential barriers to equal opportunity. This information is used only to promote fairness in our hiring process and will not affect your application. You may also choose not to answer these questions.