Junior Software Engineer - West Midlands

Crimson; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job description

Junior Software Engineer - West Midlands
Hybrid working
Salary up to 42,000

Junior Software Engineer required for a leading client based in the West Midlands. My client is currently seeking a Junior Software Engineer to come on board to develop back-end technology solutions, collaborating with business stakeholders, product management, and engineering teams. They will design and implement solutions to meet new business needs while ensuring the maintenance of existing services.

The role involves creating high-quality, robust, secure, and compliant software products with a strong focus on end-user experience. Responsibilities include working with both server-side and client-side technologies and leveraging low-code/no-code platforms as needed.

Key Skills and Responsibilities

1. Previous Software Experience
2. Support and maintain existing products and services by identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving live issues efficiently and proactively.
3. Adapt to different development methodologies, working within a traditional waterfall framework or adopting agile practices as needed.
4. Strong knowledge of server-side technologies, including ColdFusion, PHP, and Java.
5. Proficiency in client-side technologies such as HTML and CSS.
6. Solid understanding of version control systems like Git and Subversion.
7. Experience working with relational databases, including MySQL and Microsoft SQL.
8. Excellent facilitation and communication skills, capable of engaging both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively.
9. Understanding of back-office technologies and their practical application in business environments.
10. Familiarity with agile development tools and platforms such as Jira, Confluence, Slack, GitHub, Azure DevOps, and Trello.
11. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
12. Experience with front-end JavaScript frameworks such as jQuery, React, Vue, and Angular.
13. Proficiency in server-side frameworks like Laravel and ColdBox.
14. Hands-on experience with Linux distributions, including RedHat, CentOS, and Debian.
15. Knowledge of front-end CSS frameworks such as Bootstrap, Tailwind, and Foundation.
16. Expertise in developing and working with web services, including SOAP, APIs, and RESTful JSON.

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