Software Developer Lead Review

by Capgemini

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

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

Software Developer Lead - Responsible for the support and maintenance of several Oracle Environments and for producing code fixes to a wide variety of user raised faults.

8/10

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

Confident with coding in various language (PL/SQL, UNIX, Java) as well as Oracle Technologies (HRMS, Payroll, EBS, Toad)

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The degree programme allows me to combine related study with technical, IT-related work, both of which complement each other significantly allowing me to achieve a high standard in both. The people I work with are all geared towards providing the best level of service possible and in maintaining/improving their own technical capabilities. The ensures and environment of collaboration and learning which is conducive to improving my own skills and performance.

9/10

4. How valued do you feel by Capgemini?

Very valued - the work I put in is recognised both by the people I work with and recognised by the Graduate and Apprentice Management Team.

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme in its current form is very well structured which is clearly detailed to students through all stages. I cannot speak for the arrangements in regards to the end of the programme (i.e. graduation) however I do not have any fears due to the level of detail applied to current operations.

9/10

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

I receive more than adequate support both from the Graduate and Apprentice team, from the staff at Aston University responsible for delivering training material as well as the staff within my office charged with looking after my development (reviewer, manager etc.).

8/10

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

Same as 6a.

8/10

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

I would say the salary is very competitive upon joining Cap (well in advance of legal requirement for Apprentices) and as its based principally upon performance, rewards exceedingly well the further you get into the program with the higher levels of qualifications you receive.

9/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

The opportunities outside of work to strengthen your own skills and brand are primarily down to your seeking. Capgemini empowers you to do this by having routines in place to fulfil these opportunities, however it is up to you to go and seek them.

8/10

9. Would you recommend Capgemini to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Capgemini has improved my life, my future employability and given me the passion back for what I do - I would recommend in a heartbeat.

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

Look into the application process thoroughly. First and foremost try and demonstrate your strengths as an individual and try to relate these to success in working in an IT environment.