FDM Group Hiring for Software Developer Job at London, England Full Time

Since 2014, the FDM Ex-Forces Programme has helped over 700 service leavers secure employment after transitioning from the military. We are a Gold Award member of the Armed Forces Covenant and recent winner of “Employer of the Year” at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards.

We specialise in giving those who have served the best possible chance at civilian-career success, no matter your experience.

Why choose the FDM Software Development pathway?

The FDM Software Development and Engineering stream combines accredited training and support programmes with professional experience working as an FDM Consultant with our leading clients.

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a number of languages such as Python, Java, .Net and JavaScript frameworks; work on Cloud platforms such as Azure and learn about different development practices such as DevOps and Agile working. Once trained, you will be placed on-site as an FDM Software Development Consultant, working on the latest technologies as a part of our client’s cross-functional teams and helping them to design and build software solutions.

From your first day at FDM, you will have access to a comprehensive support network, including mentors, technical experts, our wellbeing programme and a global community of other FDM developers.

Gain Tech Industry Gold credentials with FDM

Through our Tech Industry Gold accredited training, you will gain the technical expertise and employability skills to get you ready for your career in Software Development, certified with Tech Industry Credentials to boost your CV and make it easy for employers to understand your value.

What you’ll do on the Software Development pathway at FDM

Once on client site, you will help to create new and innovative digital experiences spanning a wide range of sectors. This could be anything from working on complex trade applications for global banks and new entertainment channels for broadcast media to improving critical government services that millions of UK citizens depend on daily.

You will benefit from several weeks of intensive training to prepare you for your role on-site with our clients. During the training, you will have the opportunity to work on simulated real-world projects, as part of cross-functional scrum teams, using an agile working methodology. The training mirrors the client environment and ensures that you have the skills and knowledge as well as tangible experience to kick-start your career as a Software Engineer.

12-14 weeks training and minimum 2-year full time employment

Once you have finished your training with us, you will have a highly sought-after skill set and experience in a technical role that requires high levels of expertise, opening a number of exciting alternative future career paths to you. A career in Software Development is incredibly varied and comes with fantastic career progression opportunities such as:

• Lead Developer
• Technical Architect
• Chief Information Officer
• Applications Developer
• Games Developer
• Web Developer
• Systems Developer
• Cloud Engineer

Whether you are a veteran, reservist or you’re considering a life outside of the Armed Forces, we are here to help you start a career in Software Development.

What we offer you:

• Award-winning training in our academy centers to equip you with industry skills (please note training is currently taking place online)
• Opportunities with global companies to get your foot in the door
• Full-time employment contract with FDM
• Support from our Ex-Forces team and network
• Career progression and guidance throughout the programme
• Two days per annum allocated to support military charities of your choice
• Opportunity to work throughout the UK and internationally

What we are looking for:

• Strong analytical capability
• Logical and natural problem solver
• Creative mindset
• Team player
• Attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Hard work and commitment

That’s it. You’ve already got the skills we need for you to succeed at FDM, you might just not know it yet.

Register for one of our Insight Days and see who you could become next.

Who is FDM Group?

FDM Group is an award-winning company that specialises in bridging the gap between your military service and a civilian career. We work with employers who value the skills and experience that ex-forces personnel can bring into the workplace, and we are committed to creating opportunities for accelerated progression for those looking to enter the civilian job market.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organisation. FDM Group is an equal opportunities employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status protected by law. Our recruitment team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £26,500.00-£31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Wellness programmes

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Military: 1 year (required)

Application deadline: 01/04/2022