2026 Algorithms Engineering Apprentice - Cheadle

Join us as an Algorithm Engineering Apprentice where you'll have the opportunity to enhance your skills in designing the signal processing and AI algorithms that power the world's leading sonar systems. You will collaborate with a diverse team of experts to create complex systems for our customers. This role promises an exciting journey into the world of sonar technology!

As an Algorithm Engineering Apprentice, you will experience and develop crucial skills in the following areas:

Problem-solving methods and approaches Effective communication skills in both writing reports and giving presentations Knowledge and application of the key digital technologies such as data science or AI/ML Signal processing (such as audio, image, video processing) and information processing (raw data or structured data) Effective algorithm design and implementations, and importance of verification and validation An understanding of foundational concepts in mathematics and physics that apply to underwater acoustic systems Conduct high level of systems analysis with supporting application of science and mathematics Scientific and numerical programming and scripting languages (e.g. MATLAB, Python)

Training:

You will be studying towards a BSc in Digital and Technology Solutions, following the Software Engineering Pathway. This is a Gold accredited programme by Tech Partnership Degrees. For the duration of this 4-year programme, you will be given one day per week in which to attend Manchester Metropolitan University. For the other 4 days you will be working in the business, applying your university learning and gaining a breadth of experience within the software function. 

Training Outcome:
At the end of the apprenticeship you will be working as an Algorithm engineer within the Thales UK business

Employer Description:
Together, we create the ingenious technological systems and innovations that impact and improve people's lives every single day. Even if you haven't heard the name Thales before, you've definitely benefited from our inventiveness. We reinvest 20% of our sales in Research & Development in the UK. We support businesses, organisations, and governments in addressing tomorrow’s major challenges by developing advanced Defence, Security, Cybersecurity, Digital Identity, and Aerospace solutions, in the most sustainable, responsible, and ethical manner.

Working Hours :
Monday- Thursday 8 hours per day and 5 hours on a Friday Shifts to be confirmed

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working