Junior Software Developer
Location: Milton Keynes (office‑based for 6 months and then hybrid)
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + Annual Bonus, Pension, EV Car Scheme
Hours: 35 per week
Are you a recent Computer Science graduate or upcoming graduate who loves coding, enjoys problem‑solving, and wants to build real-world software used across a business every day?
If you're excited by the idea of developing tools from the ground up - this is the perfect opportunity to launch your career. This company invests heavily in its people - your growth genuinely matters here.
Our client, a well‑established electronics manufacturer in Milton Keynes, also part of a global group, is looking for a motivated Junior Software Developer to join their small, friendly, and highly innovative IT department.
Why This Opportunity??
Extensive training and development
Small team = big impact. You will see all your work in action.
Freedom to innovate, explore, and suggest improvements.
Work on varied, meaningful projects that touch every part of the business.
Strong track record of hiring graduates and developing them into long-term employees.
Supportive culture, approachable team, and real room to grow into a senior developer role over time.About the Role
You will join a team of three, working closely with an experienced software developer, who will mentor you and help build your skills rapidly. This is a hands-on development role where you get to design, build, test, and continuously improve internal applications that genuinely make a difference.
You will work across a range of impactful projects such as:
Warehouse apps for tablet devices (QR-driven picking systems)
Visual product configurators that build BOMs, pricing, and technical specifications
Automated technical data sheet generators used by the sales team
Warranty / product history tools using QR codes on all manufactured products
Specialist calculation tools
Enhancements, automation, and integration across multiple business functionsKey Responsibilities
Assist in the design, development, and deployment of internal software applications
Write clean, efficient, maintainable code with support from the senior developer
Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance existing systems
Collaborate closely with different teams (manufacturing, sales, engineering) to understand needs and deliver solutions
Contribute to ideas, innovation, and improvements across the company
Support users when required, especially during the early stages of learning the systemsWhat We're Looking For
Essential:
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline (or in your final year)
Strong understanding of programming fundamentals and object-oriented principles
Familiarity with at least one modern language (Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, etc.)
Basic knowledge of SQL and version control (Git)
A genuine passion for technology - someone who enjoys coding, experimenting, learning new tools, and tinkering
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Good communication and willingness to collaborate within a small teamDesirable:
Exposure to web development frameworks or mobile app development
Understanding of Agile methodologies
Personal projects, GitHub repos, or anything that shows your enthusiasm for software
Interest in emerging tech and continuous improvement
Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.
Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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