We are looking for Junior Software Developers to join us at Companies House. Companies House is a place of digital innovation where you will develop our software services using JavaScript, Typescript and Java. We are a team who use agile practices, try new technologies and work flexibly to suit every individual. This role is instrumental for us to deliver on our goals as an organisation. You would be a part of a software team, writing code, learning and building your career. We are currently using a hybrid approach to the way we work.Our approach to hybrid working provides opportunities for you to be adaptable in the way you work so that you can achieve a healthy balance between your work and home life. We currently expect people to attend their base office a minimum of one day a week but the exact degree of choice you have will depend on your role and your day-to-day work activities and should be agreed through discussions with your line manager. Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. Please note: Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. This role is Cardiff based, with a hybrid of home and office based working to support your development. The first few weeks of your role will be in the Cardiff office 5 days per week to get your training started (this is essential in-person attendance). Job description You will join a team of software developers as a Junior Software Developer. Your main responsibilities will be: You will develop software in one of Companies House approved languages (Java, JavaScript, Typescript) and frameworks (Node.js, Spring / Spring Boot), write unit tests and documentation and learn about code review, independent testing and how to deploy software into a production environment. You will learn and follow the software development process, including coding standards, use of Scrum and automated security checks (SonarQube). You may be involved in early-stage prototyping exercises. You will resolve outstanding issues (including maintenance, bug resolution and business improvements). You will learn about Information Security and become familiar with secure design processes. You will join day to day Scrum stand up sessions and update your colleagues on your tasks. You will work together to build relationships and support your team. You will be joining a passionate team of Developers with varying levels of technical abilities. Our teams also work closely with the architects and the platform team who manage our development pipeline using Concourse CI, SonarQube, AWS, Terraform and Artifactory. We use Docker containers and ECS. This is an exciting time to join us as we consistently evolve our own technical capabilities and ways of working to make the work, we do in Companies House more efficient and easier to use for our customers. We are currently working towards: Many releases per day automatically into production Automated test coverage for everything from accessibility to security and performance Constant innovation and running iterations of our services to meet and exceed user needs Ensure we are meeting the needs of our users by ensuring we have diversity in thought and ideas So, if you are looking for a place where you can focus on your own development as well as support others to succeed and perform at their best, then this is the role for you! Person specification We're looking for the following experience, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Experience Have a passion for high quality, well-crafted code, and associated tooling. Are keen to learn to develop using Java, JavaScript, Spring / Spring Boot, Node.js, AWS, Docker, REST APIs or already have some experience in any of these technologies. Embrace continuous integration and develop a continuous delivery mindset. Have excellent communication skills and can help explain complicated technical issues to individuals who dont share the same technical experience. Are excellent team players who will help support the wider team. Problem solving and logical thinking. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Working Together Developing Self and Others Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Have a STEM degree with a programming element (candidates will be asked to provide evidence of qualifications and any predicted grades before assessment centre). You need to be able to demonstrate that you can develop software in a language of your choice. Coding We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form: Have a STEM degree with a programming element (candidates will be asked to provide evidence of qualifications and any predicted grades before assessment centre). You need to be able to demonstrate that you can develop software in a language of your choice. Benefits Alongside your salary of £29,047, Companies House contributes £8,414 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. We believe that our success is driven by the well-being and satisfaction of our team members at all levels of the organisation. At Companies House were committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary, ensuring your career journey with us is not only fulfilling, but also rewarding. We pride ourselves on offering a quality work-life balance with our employee wellbeing being central to our working practices.