Start your cloud engineering career with XCM!
Earn while you learn, gain hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and build valuable skills with a recognised apprenticeship and supportive team.
Why Join XCM?
- Earn while you learn with no student debt.
- Gain hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and modern cloud technologies.
- Learn from experienced professionals across engineering, security, data and operations.
- Be part of an exciting cloud transformation programme.
- Clear opportunities for career progression after the apprenticeship.
About the role
As XCM continues its move to the cloud, you'll develop practical skills in Azure, networking, automation and infrastructure while working alongside experienced engineers.
Initially, you'll focus on learning through training, mentoring and shadowing colleagues. As your confidence grows, you'll take on more responsibility, supporting real business systems and projects.
By the end of the programme, you'll have a recognised qualification, industry-relevant experience and a strong foundation for a career in cloud engineering.
Responsibilities
- Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Azure, including virtual machines, storage, networking and identity management
- Support routine system administration tasks, user access management and monitoring activities
- Develop an understanding of networking concepts including IP addressing, DNS, firewalls and VPNs
- Create simple PowerShell and Python scripts to automate tasks
- Gain exposure to tools such as Git, Terraform and Kubernetes
- Assist with maintenance, updates and cloud-based projects under supervision
- Work closely with your mentor and wider engineering team
- Communicate progress, ask questions and seek support when needed
- Build relationships across engineering, security, data and product teams
Technologies you'll learn
- Microsoft Azure
- Azure Networking
- Entra ID
- Azure Monitor
- Windows Server
- Linux
- Networking (IP, DNS, Firewalls, VPNs)
- PowerShell
- Python
- Git
- Terraform
- Kubernetes
Required skills
- Interest in technology, cloud computing or IT
- Strong willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Reliable, proactive and able to work as part of a team
The following experience is desirable
- IT, computing or digital qualifications
- Personal projects, coding experience, home labs or other technology-related hobbies
- Previous work experience, volunteering or customer-facing experience
The entry requirements for this programme are as follows
- 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 4+ (A-C) in any subject
- GCSE Maths and English (or equivalents) at grades 3+ (D or above)
- Prospective apprentices must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship in a similar subject
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week
Benefits
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Birthday day off
- Private health insurance
- Workplace pension
- Death in Service cover
Future prospects
90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.
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IT Cloud Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship - XCM in Leeds employer: QA Limited
At Wolseley Group, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where our employees can thrive. As a Business Analyst Apprentice, you will benefit from our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild, which offers structured training and development opportunities, ensuring you gain valuable skills while contributing to meaningful projects. Located in Warwick, you'll enjoy a range of benefits including a generous pension scheme, enhanced leave options, and access to health and wellbeing resources, making us an excellent employer for those looking to build a rewarding career.
