DevOps Apprentice - Thames Valley Locations (24 Months Fixed Term Contract)

Do you get excited about using the latest tools and technologies to deliver high-quality software? Are you eager to learn and adapt as the DevOps landscape evolves? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join Amazon as a DevOps Apprentice, where you'll help shape how we build and deliver software.

As a DevOps Apprentice, you'll bridge the gap between software development and IT operations - automating processes and helping ensure the seamless delivery of software to users around the world. The work you do will help shape experiences for millions of customers.

Throughout your apprenticeship you'll grow the technical skills and problem-solving mindset to build and maintain reliable systems, learning to automate, test, and improve the way software is delivered. You'll develop these skills working alongside experienced engineers across development and operations. We move fast, fail fast, and fix faster, so you'll be encouraged to bring your ideas, test them, and learn as you go.

A day in the life can involve:

- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, build, and maintain cloud infrastructure

- Developing and implementing CI/CD pipelines for rapid and safe software deployment

- Scripting and coding in multiple languages to orchestrate infrastructure and ensure robust testing

- Implementing security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle

- Monitoring and optimising system performance

- Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds who are eager to learn new technologies and comfortable in a fast-paced environment. You'll bring an analytical mindset to solve complex problems, identify root causes, and develop innovative solutions, along with the strategic thinking to anticipate challenges before they arise. Strong collaboration and communication skills matter too, as you'll be working closely with developers, IT operations, and stakeholders to convey complex information clearly.

Here at Amazon, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Within this apprenticeship you'll put newfound knowledge into practice every day, supported by first-class coaching, tailored development, and rewarding work that will empower you to reach new heights and build the future you envision.

You'll gain a vast range of experiences and skills while working towards the Level 4 DevOps Engineer Apprenticeship standard. As a working student, your focus is to complete your studies in your 20% off-the-job time, developing the skills, knowledge, and behaviours to work towards successful graduation. You'll be set objectives and goals by your training provider and manager to support your studies.

You'll build your skills over a 24-month period, starting in September. Your apprenticeship will combine classroom/virtual-based training to cover knowledge, on-the-job training at your Amazon base location, and mentoring from our experienced team members.

These roles are based in the Thames Valley area, with specific site details shared later in the recruitment process.

We value different perspectives and experiences, and we're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our employee-led affinity groups - including communities for women in tech, LGBTQ+ employees, and underrepresented minorities - provide community, mentorship, and a platform for your voice to be heard. We're committed to building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve.

We're also continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer, so you'll have the resources and support to develop into a well-rounded professional.

Your career isn't a straight path - it's a journey you build as you go. A universe of opportunity awaits, and your next adventure starts here.

Please note: as part of your off-the-job learning on this 24-month apprenticeship, you may be required to travel to a training centre, which may differ from your primary work base. Candidates should be prepared for occasional travel as part of the programme.

Basic qualifications

- To qualify for this programme, you must:

- Be 18 years or over before the start date (September 2027)

- Have the right to live and work in England at the point of enrolment (June 2027). If you are on a visa, this must enable you to legally work and reside in England for the entire duration of the programme from enrolment.

- Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years prior to the start date

- Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2027 or later

- Be prepared to travel for external/mandatory training as part of the apprenticeship

- Have 5 GCSEs at grade 4-9 (A-C) or above (or equivalent) including Maths and English.

- As well as one of the following:

- An A Level in a STEM subject

- A BTEC Diploma in a STEM subject

- A Level 3 IT apprenticeship

- A Digital T-Level (Pass)

- Be a UK national and able to obtain UK Government Security Clearance [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels]

- Please note, if you have received educational qualifications outside of the UK then we will require a Statement of Comparability to confirm your eligibility for the scheme. Please ensure you obtain one during the application process, through UK ENIC: https://www.enic.org.uk/

- Previous qualifications will be reviewed for funding eligibility and offers are subject to funding approval

- PLEASE NOTE: This position is a 24 month fixed-term contract. You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship.

- This Apprenticeship assumes the candidate has some or little knowledge/experience of the occupation

Preferred qualifications

- A genuine enthusiasm for technology and a curiosity about how software is built, deployed, and improved

- A logical, analytical mindset and enjoyment of solving complex problems

- An interest in learning to code or script (e.g. Python) - through school, college, or your own projects

- A proactive approach, with an eye for spotting opportunities to improve and automate

- Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to explain technical ideas clearly

- Comfortable adapting in a fast-paced environment and keen to keep upskilling

- An interest in cloud technologies and emerging tools and trends

- Evidence of self-directed learning - e.g. online courses, personal tech projects, or hackathons

- A willingness to take on responsibility and develop both personally and professionally

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