Software Engineer Review
at Goldman Sachs Group
Degree Apprenticeship
Information Technology
London
Review Submitted: February 2021
Overall Rating
4.6 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
On a typical work day I will complete tasks I have been assigned. My tasks include making sense of large code bases, writing tests, adding new features to systems, writing documentation for systems, attending meetings and presenting my changes to my team, among other things.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy the programme and I would encourage everyone intersted to apply. At times it may seem like progress is slow but if you stick with it, it is very rewarding.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learn a new programming language through work and university along with learning networking in a business environment. I have also developed my approach to software problem solving, presentation skills and time planning.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
I've noticed that the communication between the university and their related firms isn't the best which can be difficult at times but other than that, the integration into the programme went fairly smoothly and the structure as a whole is well thought out.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I am extremely well supported from my employer and if I have any questions or queries I feel comfortable and happy to ask.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Currently training providers are struggling to support students due to the pandemic and increase in student intake but I believe that mine is trying very hard to support me and lecturers have encouraged us to speak to them if we are having any issues.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
In general the training and the work are very connected and skills are developed in both places. However, at points I need to learn something at work at a specific time but the topic is covered later on by the training provider. It would be more useful if more of the requirements in the role were required after doing the aligned module; however, this cannot always be possible and the current structure is a good compromise.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
There are plenty of extra-curricular activities available at work including an in office gym and many societies for different groups of people. There are also lots of events that you can sign up to for whatever you're interested in.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Goldman Sachs Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I feel the experience I am getting is like no other - I am learning how a large company works from the inside and it helps me feel prepared for my next steps after my degree.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Goldman Sachs Group?
Learn about what they do! You are not just a developer, you need to understand the business to understand the software so getting a headstart in this area is something you can do before you apply which will really help. Make sure you're applying for the right reasons - you need to show motivation and enthusiasm towards the programme and show problem solving ability so be ready to be tested on that before they accept you.
