What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Associate Apprentice position at OpenClassrooms?
Apprenticeship Overview
Position Summary
The Engineering Associate Apprenticeship is a skills-first position within Cisco, geared towards building a career in Software Engineering. As an apprentice, you will spend four days per week in on-the-job training and one day per week completing OpenClassrooms’ online Apprenticeship training path - all while earning an income! At the completion of your apprenticeship, you will receive a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate for Completion of Registered Apprenticeship Program.
This competency-based apprenticeship training program is 12 months in duration.
Who We Are
In a world where computer network security is an ever-increasing necessity, Cisco’s Security Business Group is one of Cisco’s fastest-growing organizations that delivers great value to our customers via our Network Security solutions that protect against cyber-attacks. Our team is charged with working closely with the hardware, Operating Systems, and application development teams to produce and deploy state-of-the-art network security platforms that protect computer networks! We are looking for top talent to deliver these new hardware platforms with increasing capabilities to deliver more protection.
Who You’ll Work With
Play a crucial role in driving next-gen software innovations, including cloud, mobile, desktop, or security spaces. You'll build applications that make technology accessible to people on a variety of devices. Imagine, design, and create solutions to transform how we work, live, learn and play.
What You’ll Do
- Design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug software programs for enhancements and new products
- Develop software and tools in support of design, infrastructure, and technology platforms, including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases and Internet-related tools
- Determine hardware and software compatibility points that affect both hardware and software design and operations.
- Available positions in the areas of Applications Development, Embedded Networking and OS Development, IT, Security, and Test & Quality
Who You Are
We are looking for an apprentice who is passionate about software development and excels in communication and collaboration. The ideal candidate should be eager to tackle complex challenges, possess strong organizational skills, and demonstrate efficient time management. A process-driven mindset and a desire to improve existing procedures are essential. Join our team to apply your creativity and problem-solving skills, delivering high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will have excellent troubleshooting and debugging abilities and experience in fields related to Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Networking, or Software Development. Experience with embedded devices such as Raspberry Pi is also valued. If you are a team player with a passion for collaboration and innovation, we encourage you to apply and make a difference with your skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Able to work on-site at Cisco’s Raleigh, NC Office
- At least 18 years of age
- U.S. citizen or have the right to work in the U.S.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent or an associate degree
- Available to commit to a 12-month apprenticeship contract
- Including but not limited to an upcoming graduate of a technical degree or certification program from a Technical Boot Camp, Apprenticeship, Community College
- Knowledge of or some experience in C, C , Python, or Java
- Working knowledge of Linux/Operating Systems Preferred Qualifications
- CCNA, CCIE, CCNP or Intermediate-level understanding of Computer Networking
- Additional programming languages of JavaScript
- Knowledge of Cloud Platforms: AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud
- Hands-on QA, Testing, and/or Debugging Skills
- Experience working on or developing applications for embedded devices
Who is the ideal candidate:
- Candidate Persona Details:
- Education background: Skills-first, no degree required.
- Professional Background: Developer
- Technical skills: Python, Java, C , Linux, AWS, Google Cloud, etc.
- Soft skills: Team collaboration, adaptability, communication.
Hiring Process:
1. Attend the information session 2/19/2025 - register here:
https://bit.ly/4hAEX2s
2. Complete the OpenClassrooms application and interview:
https://bit.ly/3EqRJSM
3. Create a profile with OneTen:
https://bit.ly/3QaIubK
4. Successfully pass a HackerRank technical assessment related to one of the following areas (C , Python, Java options).
5. Interview with the Cisco Hiring Manager
