Junior Software Engineer Review

by Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Rating

7.8/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I am a software engineer apprentice which means that I have to look at pieces of code and figure out how to improve and fix them. I also get to help with some of the design work which helps the coding process.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have developed on my team working skills which has also helped me develop on my communication skills. I am now putting them to good use on a regular basis and learning new skills.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the programme as it is helping me with my work tasks and it is also giving me a better understanding of what it takes to be a successful software engineer.

9/10

4. How valued do you feel by Hewlett Packard Enterprise?

I feel like I am part of the team and that I am valued due to the tasks that I am given and the people that talk to me, asking if i'm okay and enjoying it.

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme itself is not structured or organised very well as the Apprenticeship company doesn't help a lot and doesn't aid when we are struggling. HPE is great but its a first for the area I am in to have apprentices.

5/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

Not a lot of support from the training provider unless we have a set training week. They come and check on us every 6-8 weeks but it doesn't change anything and they aren't very good at getting back to emails.

5/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I receive a lot of support from my employer, providing free online books to read to increase my knowledge and people coming round to ask if there is anything I need help with.

8/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

The Salary is a bit low but it covers my costs. If it increases it would make me feel more comfortable and I wouldn't have to worry about my spending as much.

7/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

There are many events and classes which the company support and give us discount too, which allow us to try new things and learn new skills. I haven't used any of them yet but will do in the future.

9/10

9. Would you recommend Hewlett Packard Enterprise to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is a good company to work for and is great fun to be apart of. The only thing that lets it down is the apprenticeship company.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Hewlett Packard Enterprise?

I would just tell them to be themselves and to be patient with the company as it may take them a while to get back to you but they will do it. Its also good to brush up on some basic coding.