Forward Deployed Software Engineer (Apprenticeship – L6 DTSP, Tech Consultant Pathway)

Company: Mark43
Location: Manchester, M2 3NX
Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: Competitive Salary
Sector: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Ref: VAC-00083
Application Deadline Date: 31/03/2026
Start Date: 13/04/2026
Positions Available: 1
Working Week: Mon - Fri

Brief Description

This apprenticeship role is ideal for individuals interested in combining technology, consulting, and customer engagement. You will work alongside experienced engineers and consultants to design and deliver solutions for customers, helping them use technology to solve real-world challenges.

Qualifications Required

- You have to be 18 years old and over and must have lived in the UK / EEA for the last 3 years
- You can’t already have a degree which is too similar (e.g. Computer Science Degree)
- Must have GCSE Maths and English (Grades A-D or 9-4) (or equivalent)
- Must have 3 A Levels or BTEC Level 3 or a Level 3 Apprenticeship (or equivalent)

Personal Qualities

Willingness to travel occasionally to customer sites

Skills Required

We are not expecting prior professional experience. Instead, we’re looking for:

● Interest in both technology and working with people
● Strong communication and interpersonal skills
● Curiosity and problem-solving mindset
● Willingness to learn new tools and technologies
● Ability to work independently and as part of a team
● Interest in how technology can solve real-world problems

Training to be Provided

Our Level 6 standard is integrated with a degree in Digital & Technology solutions which is validated by the Open University. Each cohort spends their first 5 weeks at college taking part in our Launchpad training.

This training not only covers modules for the degree programme but also ensures to prepare you for the workplace. Following the Launchpad training you will return to your employer for 7-8 weeks returning to Ada for one-week blocks on a rotation basis.

Future Prospects

● Structured apprenticeship programme (20% off-the-job learning)
● Mentorship from experienced engineers and consultants
● Exposure to real customer projects
● Clear progression into consulting, engineering, or solutions roles

Vacancy Detail

With support and training, you will:
● Work with customers to understand their needs, challenges, and workflows
● Support the design and development of technical solutions and applications
● Assist in building and testing software using tools such as Python or JavaScript
● Help integrate systems using APIs and existing platforms
● Support deployment of solutions and ensure they meet user needs
● Document solutions and contribute to user guidance materials
● Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, product, delivery)

As you progress, you will begin to:
● Take part in customer workshops and requirements gathering
● Contribute to solution design and technical decision-making
● Build small applications or features independently

Through the apprenticeship, you will gain experience in:
● IT consulting and stakeholder engagement
● Requirements gathering and solution design
● Software development fundamentals
● APIs and system integration
● Cloud technologies and deployment concepts
● Communication and presentation skills

Other Information

Recruitment Process:
● First stage: Apply to Ada College - Successful applicants will be screened for eligibility and then shortlisted.
● Second stage: All shortlisted applicants will be invited to complete the first stage interview
● Third Stage: meet a Senior Manager for a final interview