Software Developer Apprentice Review
at Thales
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Software Engineering
Crawley, West Sussex
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
3.9 /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!
4.5/5
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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:
4/5
I haven't settled into to my role fully because I did a 16-week coding bootcamp first. However, not that I am working with the team, I am able to do a lot of research bout my project, ask questions and learn more about the team and the ways of working.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoyed the coding bootcamp as I was able to gain different programming skills and network with people.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, I have learnt the fundamentals of C++ and Java, which I had no prior experience before starting my apprenticeship.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
The organisation has not been completely smooth because have not been enrolled onto a project even though I completed the bootcamp over a month ago.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer has been really supportive and has offered help when needed.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
The bootcamp was helpful and there was loads of support but after the bootcamp, there hasn't been enough guidance for me to feel confident in what I am doing in the apprentice work.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
The material from the training provider was helpful but some of the content was not tailored towards the company. For example, a large amount of the teaching covered python but I don't use this programming language in my role.
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
Yes, there are always many events to attend.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Thales to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Thales is good company for personal and professional growth. Everyone is happy to help and there are always opportunities to network and upskill.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Thales?
Always to curious to learn, ask questions and be willing to help others.
