Are you passionate about technology and eager to kick-start your career in software engineering? Join our Digital Services Team as an Apprentice Software Engineer and help shape the future of digital public services in Carmarthenshire. You’ll work on exciting digital transformation projects that improve the lives of our residents, businesses, and communities - while gaining hands-on experience and learning cutting-edge skills.
Whether you're passionate about coding, problem-solving, or just love the idea of making a real difference through technology, this is your chance to grow in a supportive team, earn a recognised qualification, and build a meaningful career in software development.
Ready to start your digital journey? We’d love to hear from you!
What matters to you:
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People Skills – You’re a people person, who enjoys helping others, building trust, and forming strong working relationships.
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Bilingualism – You’re confident using both Welsh and English, and excited to help develop digital systems that reflect our bilingual community.
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Attention to Detail – You take pride in producing high-quality work and are always looking for ways to improve and refine what you do.
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Making a Difference – You want to play a key role in helping Council staff grow their digital skills and confidence.
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Trying New Things – You’re curious and open-minded, eager to explore new tools, trends, and technologies in the digital world.
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Coding – You enjoy solving problems through code, and you’re excited to build real-world applications that make a difference.
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Being Busy – You thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy staying active, and love collaborating with others every day.
What we can offer you:
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We will guarantee you a warm welcome to our team from the minute you start.
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A 4 year contract within our team to complete a higher-level degree apprenticeship in Software Engineering.
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A full induction and ongoing support from your line manager and the team.
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Competitive rates of pay (National Living Wage)
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Undertake a relevant qualification with a supportive provider.
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The right training and support to fulfil the role, this will include online e-learning, face to face training and shadowing.
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At the end of the fixed term contract, there may be opportunities to be appointed to a role subject to availability, suitability, and individual performance.
As part of the recruitment process you will need to:
Attend an in-person recruitment day on Thursday 24th July 2025.
If you are successful at the recruitment day you will be invited to attend an interview with the team on the 7th or 8th August 2025.
You must be available for these dates as no alterative dates will be available.
**The Welsh language is integral to the identity of Carmarthenshire and its people. If you don't currently meet the Welsh language standard that we needfor this role, we will work togetheron your Welsh language journeyand help you develop the skills needed to succeed in this position.
Julian Williams
JNWilliams@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
