Job Overview
Role: Software Engineer Apprentice Location: Hyderabad Experience: Freshers Qualification: B.E/B.Tech Key Skills: C++, Software Testing, Networking, Linux, Wireshark, Docker, Kubernetes, Data Formats
Job Description
F5 Recruitment 2026 is open for the position of Software Engineer Apprentice in Hyderabad. This opportunity is designed for freshers with a B.E/B.Tech qualification who want to begin their software engineering careers with hands-on experience in C++, software testing, networking, debugging, and real-world development. The role has a strong focus on C++ programming and object-oriented programming. Candidates should also have basic knowledge of software testing, including unit testing and test case writing, as well as familiarity with networking fundamentals such as TCP/IP and the OSI model. As a Software Engineer Apprentice at F5, candidates will develop and maintain C++ code, perform basic unit and integration testing, assist with debugging, participate in code reviews, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on feature implementation and defect resolution. The position also provides exposure to networking and infrastructure technologies. Preferred skills include Linux/Unix, Layer 7 protocols, Wireshark, Docker, Kubernetes, XML, JSON, YAML, cloud platforms, and virtual environments. F5 describes the position as an apprenticeship designed for early-career professionals and fresh graduates who are eager to learn and contribute to real-world projects under mentorship. The role combines software development, testing, networking, and troubleshooting. Candidates should possess a B.E/B.Tech degree and have strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and ownership skills.
Roles and Responsibilities
- C++ Code Development: Develop and maintain C++ code for assigned software modules.
- Software Testing: Perform basic unit and integration testing.
- Debugging: Assist with debugging and troubleshooting software issues.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams on feature implementation.
- Defect Resolution: Support defect investigation and resolution.
- Documentation: Document code, test cases, and engineering processes.
- Networking Concepts: Apply networking concepts in practical software scenarios.
- Code Reviews: Participate in code reviews.
- Standards Adherence: Follow established coding standards.
Skills and Eligibility Criteria
Educational Background: B.E/B.Tech qualification
Experience: Freshers / Early-career professionals
Mandatory Technical Skills:
- C++ Programming (variables, functions, pointers, references, classes, objects, memory management, standard containers, exception handling, debugging)
- Object-Oriented Programming (encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, abstraction, constructors, destructors, composition, access control)
- Software Testing (unit testing, test case writing, verifying individual components, designing test cases for expected and boundary conditions)
- Networking Fundamentals (TCP/IP, OSI model, common network protocols, ports, addressing, basic troubleshooting)
Competencies:
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and take responsibility
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Linux and Unix exposure (basic command-line usage, processes, filesystems, permissions, networking utilities, log inspection) (Preferred)
- Layer 7 Protocols (application-layer communication, HTTP, HTTPS) (Preferred)
- Wireshark (inspect network traffic, investigate connectivity/protocol-level problems) (Preferred)
- Docker and Kubernetes (basic concepts of containers, images, deployments, services, orchestration) (Preferred)
- Data Formats (XML, JSON, YAML) (Preferred)