With a heritage spanning more than 70 years, Roke delivers specialist expertise across sensors, communications, cyber, artificial intelligence and machine learning. We transform complex data into actionable insight, helping organisations make smarter decisions and stay ahead of evolving challenges.
United by purpose and driven by innovation, we're on an exciting growth journey. We invest in technology, push technical boundaries, and empower our people to make a meaningful difference through work that protects what matters most.
Shaping the future of digital defence and security. Solving complex, high-stakes challenges with purpose and lasting impact.
Help develop and secure technology that supports critical National Security and Defence missions.
As a Cyber & Software Degree Apprentice, you'll be curious about how software, networks and hardware systems work. You'll learn how to design, build, assess and secure modern systems, developing the skills needed to help protect critical technology and information.
Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll gain hands‑on experience in software development, cyber security and network technologies while studying towards your degree. This apprenticeship provides an excellent platform to launch your career, giving you the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that help keep people safe.
You'll be joining Roke's Global Services Business Unit, working with teams that help customers identify, prioritise and mitigate network weaknesses, protect critical assets and build resilient systems. Our engineers have expertise across operating systems, networking, network protocols, software development, reverse engineering, security research and digital forensics.
Key Requirements
- A keen interest in one or more of the following domains (beneficial but not essential):
- Computer systems, programming and software applications
- Communications networks and network protocols
- Low‑level development in C or assembler
- Security analysis
- Systems security
- Meet any course entry requirements of our apprenticeship partner, Solent University.
- Proactive and an effective communicator.
- Able to work well independently and as part of a team.
- Curious, motivated and driven to find the best solution to a problem.
Previous experience is not required, as training and support will be provided throughout the apprenticeship.
Training and Development
You'll be studying for your degree with our apprenticeship partner, Solent University in Southampton, spending one day per week at university alongside your workplace learning. Find out more about the course: Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship
As an Apprentice Engineer, your initial weeks at Roke will be spent in a dedicated Early Careers Boot Camp designed to equip you with the fundamental skills needed to succeed at Roke.
Following Boot Camp, you'll join a project team, continue your development and start contributing to real challenges that support national security and critical systems. The Early Careers Scheme lasts throughout your degree apprenticeship years and provides plenty of variety, giving you the opportunity to build a portfolio of work that showcases your developing skills and supports your future career aspirations.
You’ll benefit from:
- Support from experienced engineers and mentors.
- A combination of academic learning and hands‑on engineering experience.
- Exposure to a variety of technologies, domains and projects.
- Opportunities to develop broad technical knowledge alongside deeper specialist expertise.
- Support towards professional development, relevant institution membership and future chartership aspirations.
Location
This role is based at our Romsey site in Hampshire: Our Locations & Offices | Roke
We offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements, with a minimum of two days per week spent working at your base location, customer site or engineering facility. However, this role is likely to lead to work on projects requiring up to 5 days per week at either Roke or customer sites.
Security Clearance
Due to the nature of this position, you'll need to be eligible and willing to achieve BPSS, SC and DV clearance. As a result, you must be a British Citizen, have resided in the UK for the last ten years for DV clearance, and be prepared to declare any travel that involved being outside the UK for more than 28 days during the last five years.
Further information on security clearances can be found on the GOV.UK website.
- Competitive reward package – highly competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, salary reviews and pension scheme.
- Private medical cover – access to private healthcare through Bupa.
- Work-life balance – flexible working through flexi-time and hybrid arrangements, plus 30 days' annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional holiday.
- Health and wellbeing support – flexible benefits including life assurance, a Healthcare Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme and eye care support.
- Recognition and rewards – length of service awards that celebrate and reward your contribution.
- Learning and development – access to LinkedIn Learning courses and our dedicated Roke Academy, supporting continuous learning and career development.
- Supportive and inclusive culture – a range of employee community groups that bring colleagues together, foster meaningful connections and create a genuine sense of belonging.
All benefits are subject to eligibility, terms and conditions.
Application Process
Our recruitment process is people‑focused and does not use AI, reflecting the importance we place on a personal approach. If your initial application is successful, you’ll be invited to a Roke assessment centre, where you can meet members of the team and learn more about life at Roke.
Assessment centres are expected to take place in January 2027.
Roke welcomes applications from neurodiverse candidates and is committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Please contact the Recruitment Team if you would like to discuss any specific requirements.
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Degree Apprentice - Cyber & Software in Romsey employer: Roke
Roke is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration within the Defence sector. Employees benefit from a competitive salary, flexible perks focused on health and wellbeing, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, all while contributing to meaningful projects that address national security challenges. With ample opportunities for professional growth and a supportive community, Roke is dedicated to empowering its team members to thrive in their careers.
