Software Development Apprenticeship, Engineering, October 2026 Start

Minimum qualifications:

• Achieved a passing grade in 5 or more subjects (including Maths and English) in the Leaving Certificate or an equivalent qualification.
• Experience coding in any programming language.
• Ability to communicate in English fluently to collaborate with colleagues.

Preferred qualifications:

• Ability to work independently and within a team framework.
• Ability to navigate ambiguous tasks, find suitable solutions, and seek help/advice where appropriate.
• Ability to take initiative and be proactive.
• Effective communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Enthusiasm, passion, and interest for new technologies and gaining new skills.

About the job

As an apprentice at Google, you will join a program that aims to provide the skills you need to become a Software Developer professional. You will join a team at Google and will be assigned a manager for the duration of your 24-month apprenticeship.

You will start in October 2026 and your first 12 months at Google will consist of two 3 month blocks of offsite training with our educational partner, in a dedicated technology center.

This will allow you to learn the basics of tech by following the ICT Associate Professional - Software Developer track and set you up for success for your onsite time at Google. While onsite, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of Googlers to solve real life problems. You will get exposure to a range of different roles across the company including coding, development, testing, project management. Additionally, you will learn how to apply problem solving skills to real life challenges, pick up new technical skills such as programming in multiple languages, learn about software testing and other industry practices and see how software is designed and developed.

Responsibilities

• Support the team in the development of software projects and platforms.
• Follow application and component level design working to standards and patterns.
• Follow coding standards and ensure compliance with quality measures.
• Ensure code is tested in accordance with the guidelines provided by the team or lead.
• Undertake training and follow mentoring as specified.