Technology Developer Degree Apprenticeship Programme Northampton

Technology Developers build and improve the systems that support Barclays. You’ll learn software engineering practices, collaborate with experienced teams and help create reliable, secure digital services.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop and improve software using various engineering methodologies to provide business, platform, and technology capabilities.
• Develop and deliver high-quality, scalable, maintainable, and optimized software solutions using industry-aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define requirements, devise solutions, and ensure integration with business objectives.
• Participate in code reviews and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Adhere to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities and protect sensitive data.
• Implement effective unit testing practices for code design, readability, and reliability.

Analyst Expectations

• Meet stakeholder/customer needs through operational excellence and customer service.
• Perform prescribed activities in a timely and high-standard manner.
• Execute work requirements within defined processes and procedures, collaborating with team members.
• Identify and escalate policy breaches.
• Take responsibility for customer service and operational execution tasks.
• Own risk management and strengthen controls in your areas of responsibility, adhering to rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.
• Understand your role, team integration, and the work of other teams within the function.
• Work within well-defined procedures, evaluating and selecting appropriate alternatives based on factual analysis.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and customers to identify and address their needs.

Getting Qualified

This programme offers a permanent, full-time job with a competitive salary from day one, whilst you gain a professional qualification. You will be working towards a Digital & Technology Solutions Professional Degree Apprenticeship, blending theoretical learning with practical work experience. This is a chance to gain a professional qualification without student loans and accumulate years of work experience.

Support

From day one, you’ll be assigned a Programme Support Manager and a People Leader to support you individually. You’ll also be matched with an expert in your specialist subject.

Eligibility

• Qualifications: 3 A-levels at BBB (or equivalent), plus GCSE Mathematics and English Language (grade A*-C / 9-4) or equivalent.
• Commitment: Enthusiasm, a willingness to work hard, push yourself, and think differently.
• Government Funding Requirements: You must meet the Government's apprentice funding requirements for England (or Scotland if applicable), including a 3-year residence requirement (subject to exceptions) and the legal right to work for the full duration of the programme (August 2027 to August 2031) with no gaps or dependency on future visa applications.
• Prior Learning: You must not have undertaken previous study, education, training, qualifications, or apprenticeship that renders you ineligible for Government funding.

Working in Northampton

Our campus offers cafés, collaboration spaces, green spaces, wellbeing areas, parking, public transport links, and a shuttle bus service.

Application Process

1. Application Review
2. Online Assessments
3. Eligibility Survey
4. In-person Assessment Day (October 2026) including group activity and interview
5. Outcome Notification

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 31 October 2026. We recommend submitting your application early as this vacancy may close ahead of the advertised date due to application volumes.