Apprenticeship Level 6 - Software Engineering/Digital Products - Birmingham (6040)

Our Level 6 Degree Apprenticeships allow you to study for industry-recognised qualifications whilst earning a competitive salary. As an apprentice, you will study with a training provider, such as a university, and combine this experience with real responsibilities in the workplace. Your study pattern could be day or block release, or via distance learning, depending on the course you enrol on. A dedicated mentor will guide you through your personal and professional development. Level 6 Degree Apprenticeships have a typical duration of 3–6 years, during which you will attain both a professional and academic qualification to further your career. Our apprentices are employed on a permanent basis, so you will continue to progress with Arup once you have completed your course.

The Opportunity: We are looking for a Digital & Technology Solutions Professional Apprentice to join our growing team developing the Oasys Suite software. From your first day, you will join a growing community of software developers, where everyone is supported in their career path. You will help us to design and code features for our software programmes PRIMER, D3PLOT, T/HIS and REPORTER, which are used by engineers around the world to prepare LS‑DYNA finite element models for analysis and to post‑process the results, enabling them to analyse complex problems such as vehicle crash tests.

As a Digital & Technology Solutions Professional Apprentice, you will work within the Oasys LS‑DYNA team. You will have an opportunity to design and code new features, maintain code for our existing features, write automated tests for your code, provide technical support to customers and carry out release tasks from quality assurance to documentation. The code you write will have a real‑world impact in the automotive, aerospace, nuclear and civil engineering industries. While you will have responsibility from day one, we will give you the chance to take on more as you progress and broaden your skills. You will be supported by experienced members of the team as well as other Digital apprentices in the team. As part of your apprenticeship, you will study towards a Level 6 qualification in Digital & Technology Solutions Professional – Software Engineer.

Is this role right for you? We are looking for apprentices who are curious and ready to evolve how they think and work:

• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
• Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

We are looking for candidates with three or more A Levels at Grade B or above, or equivalent, or a BTEC Level 3, in relevant subjects such as Computer Science, ICT or Maths. In addition, you should have achieved a Grade B/5 or above in English and Maths GCSE, or equivalent qualification. You should be able to start this opportunity in September 2026.

Advert closing date: 14th March 2026. Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

Location Preferences: While the role you applied for is based in the location specified in the job advert, we may have other opportunities that align with your profile. To help us assess this, please let us know which Arup office locations you would be interested in working in on your application form.

Duplicate Applications: Candidates are permitted to submit only one application per recruitment cycle. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and selecting the role and location(s) that best align with your skills and interests before applying.

Please note we are unable to offer Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you have resided in the UK for at least 3 years prior to the start of the programme and are eligible to work in the UK for the duration of the apprenticeship opportunity without our sponsorship in order for your application to be considered.