Automation Engineer Review
at Barclays
Degree Apprenticeship
Software Engineering
Knutsford
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
3.8 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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:
3/5
I test web based applications that are used by internal clients. I write test scripts using java code where possible, for more complex cases they are executed manually.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, soft skills have definitely been developed further. I have learnt new technical skills like being able to code in multiple languages which I had no previous experience of.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
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
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Barclays to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They have an inclusive culture mostly and there is sufficient general support.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Barclays?
To keep learning and developing your skills whenever you have the time.
