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+MASTERS:
NEW IN 2023
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The Code First Girls +Masters is a four-week intensive course that will provide learners with additional skills and knowledge across DevOps & Cloud, Mobile App Development, Data Analyst or Cyber Security.
CFGDEGREE +MASTERS
The +Masters is intended as an extension for recent grads of our CFGdegree, to help prepare candidates for more specialised job roles with our partner companies.
INTERNAL UPSKILLING OR CANDIDATE ATTRACTION
The +Masters is also an option for companies wanting to upskill internally or attract women and non-binaries in tech to more bespoke roles inside their businesses.
+MASTERS CERTIFICATION
Candidates who successfully pass the +Masters will receive a certification recognising their learning achievement and specialisation.
+MASTERS COURSE
TIMINGS & STRUCTURE
The +Masters courses will be timed to commence approximately one week after each CFGdegree cohort finishes. This will usually be in June, September, and November.
COURSE LENGTH
Each course runs for four weeks and, like our CFGdegree, it will run four nights per week (Monday – Thursday) between 6.30pm and 8.30pm.
VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON?
Currently, all of our courses are virtual, however, we do like to celebrate with a little (optional) graduation ceremony at the end for our CFGdegree and +Masters grads!
WHAT IS THE COURSE STRUCTURE?
Aside from the lessons and virtual learning over the four weeks, learners will also need to pass a final assessment to receive their certification.
DEVOPS & CLOUD (DEPLOYMENT)
The skills you will learn in our DevOps & Cloud (Deployment) +Masters will allow you to continue on your software engineering career pathway, with roles including DevOps Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, Cloud Engineer, and more!
- AWS, Azure & Google Cloud fundamentals
- Security and compliance
- Using Docker and containers
- Kubernetes and deployments
- Overview of Terraform
DEVOPS & CLOUD +MASTERS
COURSE STRUCTURE
- WEEK 1: Working with Cloud Platforms
- WEEK 2: Using Docker
- WEEK 3: Intro to Kubernetes & Pipelines
- WEEK 4: Tying it all together
*NEW*
DATA ANALYST
The skills you will learn in our Data Analyst +Masters will allow you to explore a wide variety of roles across tech such as a Business Analyst, Data Business Analyst, Quantitative Analyst and more!
- Data collection methods with Excel
- Data analytics & explanatory statistics
- Data visualisation with Python
- Data report and professional presentations building
- Data project maintenance
DATA ANALYST +MASTERS
COURSE STRUCTURE
- WEEK 1: Data Analytics, Quality and Ethics
- WEEK 2: Data Analytics & Explanatory Statistics
- WEEK 3: Data Visualisation
- WEEK 4: Data Management and Project Maintenance
*NEW*
CYBER SECURITY
The skills you will learn in our Cyber Security +Masters will allow you to explore a wide variety of roles across tech such as a Computer Forensic Analyst, Security Engineer, IT Security Specialist and more!
- Network security
- Product Physical & environmental security
- Encryption techniques
- Ethical hacking techniques and practice
- Software reverse engineering
CYBER SECURITY +MASTERS
COURSE STRUCTURE
- WEEK 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity and Network Scanning
- WEEK 2: Web Application Security and Vulnerability Scanning
- WEEK 3: Wireless Network Security and Network Attacks
- WEEK 4: OWASP Juice Shop and Web Application Security Testing
*NEW*
JAVA
The skills you will learn in our Java +Masters will allow you to explore various roles across tech such as Java Software Developer, Java Developer, Java Software Engineer, Backend Developer (Java), Java Test Engineer and more!
- Object-oriented programming
- RESTful services with Spring
- Test-driven development
- Microservices
- Cloud Development
Java +MASTERS
COURSE STRUCTURE
- WEEK 1: Intro to Java Programming
- WEEK 2: Spring Framework and APIs
- WEEK 3: Development, Testing and Code Quality
- WEEK 4: Microservices and Deployment
+MASTERS: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA & DATES
All CFGdegree graduates will be eligible for four-week extension +Masters courses, giving candidates an even deeper level of learning across DevOps & the Cloud, Mobile App Development, or Data Analyst and Cyber Security specialisations.
To take part in the +Masters, you will need to apply for a role at a company that is sponsoring both CFGdegree +Masters learning.
As companies will be sponsoring candidates through this learning, it will be completely free for successful CFG applicants with some great job opportunities attached!
SPRING 2024 COHORT
DATES: 1 July - 26 JULY
4-week extension to the Spring CFGdegree
Four nights/week (Monday - Thursday)
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
SPRING 2024 WILL OPEN NOV 2023
SUMMER 2024 COHORT
DATES: 9 SEPTEMBER - 4 OCTOBER
4-week extension to the Summer CFGdegree Four nights/week (Monday - Thursday)
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
SUMMER 2024 WILL OPEN FEB 2024
AUTUMN 2023 COHORT
DATES: 8 JANUARY - 1 FEBRUARY
4-week extension to the Autumn CFGdegree Four nights/week (Monday - Thursday)
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
AUTUMN 2024 WILL OPEN SUMMER 2024
CONNECTING CODERS TO COMPANIES:
+MASTERS OPPORTUNITIES
Applications are now CLOSED for our Autumn 2023 CFGdegree cohort.
Please make sure you check out the application requirements as some roles do have additional assessments or application requirements.
Please note: We recommend getting your application in as soon as you can. The CFGdegree places are in high demand and applications may close earlier for individual companies if all CFGdegree candidate interview places are filled.
ROLE/S: DIGITAL DELIVERY ASSOCIATE
LOCATION: DUBLIN
FFH Management Services is offering sponsorship on the Full-Stack CFGdegree and a +Masters in DevOps & Cloud for one successful candidate upon completion, and there is one role available initially for a 1-year contract.
FFH Management Services is offering sponsorship on the Full-Stack CFGdegree and a +Masters in DevOps and Cloud, and there is one role available initially for a 1-year contract, for a successful candidate upon completion.
They are offering a full-time job offer (2 days a week in the office (more on rare occasions) – flexi-time. core hours are 10am-4pm)
You can view the job description HERE.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Open to both recent university graduates and career switchers, but a university degree is required.
Must have indefinite right to work in Ireland. Cannot extend or sponsor any visas.
Would ideally be looking for a candidate living in or the surrounding counties of Dublin. Please note, interviews will take place in person in the Dublin office.
ABOUT FFH MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Fairfax Financial Holdings is primarily engaged in value investment management and is one of the largest Property and Casualty insurance company network’s globally. There are over 25 companies which employs over 15,000 personnel.
Fairfax values honesty, hard work, and humility hence Fairfax’s modest public profile. In Dublin, FFH Management Services, engages in Fairfax strategic partnerships, focused on Fairfax subsidiary and affiliated companies.
We deliver global business services through Strategic Advisory Services., Financial Reporting, Technology Services, Mergers and Acquisitions. Despite Fairfax’s financial size, we take pride in our small office footprint, with the Dublin and Toronto office each containing less than 60 people.
The low headcount ensures our office remains a supportive, collaborative, social environment with vast opportunities to make an impact on our operating companies
We are looking for someone who:
• Hard-working
• Team players who can build relationships in our office and also with our clients (other Fairfax Companies)
• People who embrace continuous improvement
• Driven to achieve quality results
• Motivates, and can lead by example
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
• Opportunity to work in a small office where you will be given a lot of guidance etc. whilst also being part of a large multinational organisation with many opportunities to grow and learn
• Candidate will be mentored and provided with support, and career progression opportunities quite quickly
• Opportunity to develop your skillset by working on a wide range of initiatives for a wide ranging client base across the globe
• The opportunity to learn from leading experts by taking part in Fairfax wide working groups
• Once candidates have settled and are confident within their role, they will see direct interaction with the CEOs and C-suite members of our subsidiaries.
• A fair and friendly office where ‘ego’s’ are not accepted
• We believe in having fun – at work
• We are hard working but not at the expense of our families
• Flexible working arrangements
This role is initially for a 1 year contract.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
ROLE/S: SOFTWARE ENGINEERS
LOCATION/s: EDINBURGH & MANCHESTER
NatWest has exciting job opportunities in our Software, CFGdegree + Masters in Dev Ops & Cloud. The roles are based in London, Edinburgh and Manchester and are open to career switchers with a minimum of two years’ experience or equivalent part-time.
NatWest would love to hear from candidates from a range of backgrounds, ideally with two years of work experience in any field who are ready to get into a career in tech.
As part of the learning and lead-up to your role at NatWest, all candidates will also take part in the CFGdegree +Masters cohort in DevOps & Cloud.
Additionally, once you start, you will have additional training in our full-stack CFGdegree specialisation providing extra learning and qualifications with on-the-job training!
Roles to start February 2024.
You can find out more about the role -> SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Please note: You will need to complete a pre-employment screening including background, employment and financial credit checks for this role.
UK Visa Requirements: You will also need to have the right to work in the UK or have settlement status for this role.
NATWEST EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
We give every colleague pension funding on top of their salary to help you save for life after work. Pension funding is 10% of salary for colleagues in the UK.
Colleagues at the next grade get 10% value account, that you can choose to spend on Healthcare Options like Dental Insurance, Private Medical Cover, and Lifestyle options to save on regular shopping, bike for work, childcare and many more.
This is an addition to a great starting salary!
MORE ON NATWEST ROLES:
Inclusion – By understanding the needs of our colleagues we attract even more great people to work here. We hire the best people for the position on offer. Regardless of gender, race, culture, creed or physical abilities. And we always will.
Reward – We believe that rewards are about more than the salary you receive for a job well done. And we know that no one knows what’s right for you better than you do. By offering a range of flexible benefits, we give you the chance to choose what’s most important for your lifestyle today, and for your future tomorrow.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
ROLE/S: JUNIOR DATA AND REPORTING ANALYST, JUNIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER, JUNIOR FIELD APPLICATION ENGINEER
LOCATION: crawley, WEST SUSSEX
Nexteq is offering sponsored places with no job role available and three sponsored places with potential job roles across our Software, Data and Product Management CFGdegree specialisations with one candidate also going on to complete our Data Analyst +Masters.
Nexteq is offering one sponsored place with no job role available and three sponsored places with potential job roles across our Software, Data and Product Management CFGdegree specialisations with 1 candidate who completes the Data specialism going on to complete our Data Analyst +Masters.
Nexteq are looking for career switchers or recent graduates who are ambitious, curious and inventive, have good problem-solving skills, and have a strong team ethic.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Minimum education requirement of 6th Form, College or Apprenticeship Education equivalent.
• Must be able to commute to the office locations.
• Candidates should expect to be in the office on a day to day basis.
Applicants must take a tech assessment following completion of the degree to be offered a role.
For more information on the roles:
JUNIOR DATA AND REPORTING ANALYST
JUNIOR FIELD APPLICATION ENGINEER
All roles will be employed by Nexteq as the legal employe, however the roles they are hiring are in the central Nexteq IT team and in the Densitron Broadcast teams.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
• Private medical care
• Health Shield medical support scheme
• Defined contribution pension
• 28 days holiday per year
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
• Counselling and legal advice support line.
Our company culture promotes a positive social contribution from the team so we have a budget for volunteering days and charitable giving events through the year which employees can take advantage of.
ABOUT NEXTEQ
Nexteq plc is a London Stock Exchange listed B2B technology company that enables customers in selected industrial markets to outsource the design, development and supply of non-core aspects of their product offering.
We operate in sectors which are undergoing a technology evolution which require products and solutions that are not fully addressed by other generalist technology businesses.
With a high degree of focus, we are experts in these selected industries, both commercially and technologically. As a result, we not only offer solutions to customers’ known challenges, but also drive innovation to improve their products as well.
We are a global business operating in 8 countries with customers in over 50 countries.
Nexteq operates under two trading brands, Quixant which is focused on computer technology for the casino gaming and slot machine industry and Densitron which develops and manufactures human machine interface technology for broadcast, medical and other industrial sectors.
More information on the Nexteq can be found at www.nexteqplc.com and on our career opportunities at www.nexteqplc.com/careers.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
ROLE/S: Access & Fulfilment Analyst
LOCATION/s: EDINBURGH, GLASGOW, NEWCASTLE
Tesco Bank is offering places on our Software specialisation with candidates also going on to complete either our Cybersecurity +Masters.
Tesco Bank are looking for a mixture of candidates who are either recent university grads or those who are looking to career switch into tech.
Tesco Bank will be offering permanent roles upon successful completion of the CFGdegree and +Masters.
REQUIREMENTS
• Must be willing to go into Edinburgh office once per month
• This is a hybrid role where you are required in the office 1-2 times per week
Roles to start in February 2024
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Annual Bonus
• Holidays- full-time equivalent holiday entitlement is 7.2 weeks (including bank holidays)
• Buy Holidays – You can buy additional holidays before the start of each holiday year tax-free.
• After 12 weeks of service, you are eligible for company sick pay increases to a maximum of 6 weeks full pay and 3 weeks half pay after 1 year of service.
• If you have at least one year of service on the qualifying week, you will receive enhanced maternity pay for 28 weeks.
• After three months of service, you will receive 10% off most purchases at Tesco. This discount increases to 15% for a limited time after each pay day. You will also receive 20% off Tesco clothing all year round. Your total discount is limited to £1,500 in a year
• Cycle to Work – If you want to cycle to work you can buy a new bike tax-free.
• Save As You Earn (SAYE) – If you have over three months of continuous service when the SAYE window opens, you can buy Tesco shares at a future date (three to five years) based on a reduced share price fixed on the point of offer.
• Buy As You Earn (BAYE) – After three months, you can buy shares at the market price every four weeks from your gross salary, before Income Tax and NIContributions.
• Vitality – Unlock a variety of rewards and discounts as you achieve your health and wellbeing goals with Vitality
• Travel Season Ticket Loans. If you have been with us for six months, apply for a season ticket loan (up to £5,000) to help pay for your travel.
MORE ABOUT TESCO BANK:
At Tesco our purpose is to help our customers, communities, and the planet a little better every day. And at Tesco Bank we aim to give our customers smarter money helps, for everyday life, building on the foundations that have made Tesco a truly great British brand – and a success worldwide.
Bringing that success to the financial services industry means attracting the finest talent to Tesco Bank, creating a backbone of excellence for our business – and offering people like you the chance to make a wide-ranging and long-lasting impact in a business that’s breathing new life into the industry.
We’re on a mission to make our customers happier and more successful by putting them in control of their finances.
We began life in 1997 and now help more than 5 million customers with everything from insuring their pets, to saving for that something special.
We’ll champion what matters to our colleagues and customers – caring about the communities where they live, and our planet.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
ROLE/S: Data Visualisation, Salesforce DEVELOPER, Junior Azure Devops Engineer, Product Manager
LOCATION: LONDON
Miller Insurance is sponsoring four places across Software, Data and Product Management CFGdegree specialisation and will be sponsoring 1 candidate for the +Masters in DevOps & Cloud.
Miller Insurance would love to hear from a mix of recent uni grads and career switchers for these roles, and are open to all education backgrounds.
REQUIREMENT
- Must the right to work in the UK
- Must pass financial background checks
- This is a hybrid role where you are reqired to spend 50% in the office and 50% at home
Role to start in January 2024
For more information on the roles:
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
To find out about the employee benefits at Miller Insurance you can find them here.
MORE ABOUT MILLER INSURANCE
Miller is one of the leading independent specialist insurance broking firms operating in Lloyd’s, the London and international markets.
Miller’s vision is Our world is protecting your world.
MILLERS STORY
Our story, our approach, our success
Since Miller was founded in 1902, we have grown to become a leading specialist (re)insurance broking partnership.
Headquartered in London, our network has increased to more than 650 colleagues across our UK and international operations.
We always strive to be the best. That is why we focus on specialist areas where we have built up technical sector knowledge and have become a recognised leader in our chosen fields.
We do the right thing
We are all trusted and depended upon to do the right thing, whether this is acting with integrity, making principled decisions, or giving clients clear, honest and unbiased advice. Even when it is not the easiest option, we will be straightforward and genuine in everything we say and do.
We deliver on our promises
We are extremely proud that this diligence has earned us a reputation for keeping our promises to clients, markets and each other. We take a mature, reasoned, long-term view so we can provide continuity and stability – something that’s especially valuable in uncertain times.
“Even when it is not the easiest option, we will be straightforward and genuine in everything we say and do.”
We work as one team
The Miller way is to work as one team for our clients’ sole benefit. We select the right talent across all our specialist areas and locations. By working together, we can deliver a powerful, seamless, tailored, and consistent service.
This professionalism, this trust, this global experience is who we are.
This is Miller.
Specifically on the team :
We are a high performing inclusive and diverse Technology, data and innovation team.
We drive 2 of the 5 strategic pillars data driven and work smarter
Hybrid role, with a work your way policy, focussing on the importance of 4 C’s – Collaboration, Celebration, Customer/Client and Coaching
Find out more about working with Miller Insurance –
CAREER STORYS
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.