Software developer Review

by Sky

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.3/10

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

I work in an Agile team so we carry out Agile methods through out the day. We have a stand up and this is when we discuss what we did the day before and what we will do today. Then I pair program tackling tasks and go to meetings. Lunch is great because we have 6 restaurants to choose from.

10/10

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

I have gained a lvl 4 qualification in ICT which is awesome. I have greatly developed my skills towards programming. I have gained great team working skills and learnt how to thrive in a fast moving industry.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I think the starting out scheme is one of the best programmes available due to its amount of support provided to those on the course.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Sky?

I feel very valued at Sky within my team and managers above. They seem to appreciate the work i put towards projects and understand my level of confidence. I have been recognises across several teams for work I have done.

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Training and support is very structured and thought through. Initially it was very rough and inconsistent with training but it improved greatly when we changed training provider.

8/10

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

I received lots of support from my training provider as I was able to email or call him to ask him to clarify questions and approach towards coursework.

8/10

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

I receive support from everyone at Sky, everyone is happy to help those in need which is a great working environment.

10/10

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

The apprenticeship salary is appropriate, I dont spend much on rent so its fine.

10/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

There are a lot of sports groups that gather outside of working hours. There are gym classes that take place too. There are a lot of developer groups that get together for meals and drinks which is nice for building relationships.

9/10

9. Would you recommend Sky to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

There is a lot of support from those around you, you keep up to date with all the new technologies rather than stuck to a learning plan like school. The training provider was excellent and the money keeps you even happier to work here.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Sky?

Research into sky and its Sky behaviours to understand what our aims as a company are. Also understand what we do and our products its surprising how many interviews i have done and the person has no idea how many projects there are at Sky.