Dorset Software Services : Employer profile

Company profile

You don’t need any IT experience to kick-start your career at Dorset Software. Based on the stunning south coast of Poole, Dorset Software is dedicated to creating innovative information systems to a broad spectrum of corporate and public sector clients including Barclays, RM Education, Waitrose, the NHS and local authorities.

We have a relaxed work environment with a chill out room, large biscuit cupboard, flexi-time and our office even has sea views! Our graduates enjoy an active social life with nights out, playing badminton and making the most of the best coastline in the UK with barbecues and parties on our long sandy beaches.

Opportunities
Our graduate Software Programmer, Software Tester and Network and Infrastructure Engineer roles provide plenty of job variety and allow experience to be gained in a huge range of technologies and software solutions.

• Network and Infrastructure Engineer building and maintaining networks;
• Software Tester testing software at all stages in the software development life cycle;
• Software Programmer designing, building and deploying software.
• Technical Specialist designing solutions and managing a team of developers;
• Project Manager overseeing the complete software development lifecycle.
• Account Manager building relationships with our clients.

Training
You’ll follow a four month training programme and learn a variety of the major tools and technologies. Then you’ll work with bright people on interesting projects and be recognised for your contribution. On-going training is encouraged including studying for recognised IT industry qualifications such as Microsoft Certified Professional Developer and ISEB Software Testing qualifications.

What we offer

• A starting salary of £22,000 - £23,500 p.a. plus regular salary reviews.
• Opportunities to obtain industry recognised Microsoft qualifications such as Microsoft Certified Professional Developer and ISEB Software Testing.
• Flexi-time.
• Company pension.
• Subsidised social activities including badminton and table tennis.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Plenty of chocolate biscuits or fresh fruit for the health conscious!

How to apply

Please complete our online application form via the Apply now button.