Trainee Software Engineer

  • Freshwater, Isle of Wight
  • 66 days ago

Been coding in your bedroom? Built side projects for fun? Turn your passion into a career.

We’re looking for a Trainee Software Developer to join our 12-month development programme where you’ll learn, grow, and build real software used by thousands of creators.

You don’t need commercial experience - just curiosity, problem-solving skills, and a genuine love for coding.

You’ll work alongside experienced engineers, get hands-on with real projects, and develop the skills you need to become a full-time Software Engineer at Teemill.

What you’ll be doing

Learning and developing skills in key technologies: PHP (Laravel), SQL, JavaScript (Vue.js), HTML & CSS.

Building high-quality software features with guidance from experienced developers.

Getting to grips with our codebase, tools, and software development lifecycle.

Debugging, testing, and improving your code to professional standards.

Taking part in code reviews, learning from feedback, and contributing to team discussions.

Working in project teams to learn the full journey from design to deployment.

Exploring how AI technologies can improve efficiency and creativity in your work.

What we’re looking for 

  • A passion for coding, whether it’s from personal projects, education, or self-learning.
  • Logical thinking and problem-solving ability.
  • Curiosity and the drive to learn new languages and technologies.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • A proactive mindset: you like figuring things out and improving how things work.
  • (Bonus) Maths and Computer Science qualifications, GCSE and above (or equivalent)

What's cool about this role

  • No professional experience required, just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
  • Get hands-on mentoring from experienced Software Engineers.
  • Work on live projects that make a real impact.
  • Learn cutting-edge tech and AI tools in a supportive environment.
  • Join a company using technology to change how the fashion industry works.

What’s in it for you

At Teemill, we believe great work should be rewarded, so here’s what you’ll get:

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays 
  • Your birthday off (an extra day’s holiday just for you) 
  • Healthshield cash plan; money back on everyday health costs like dental, optical, and physio
  • Team Fun Fund - a pot of cash to spend with your team on whatever you fancy 
  • Retailer discounts for savings at high street and online brands 
  • The chance to build tech that powers the circular economy