At Bright, we create cutting-edge software for accounting, payroll, tax, and practice management, supported by a team of talented individuals who are passionate about making a difference. Together, we lead the industry with innovative solutions and unparalleled customer support.
Department: Development
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Belfast
The Opportunity
We are seeking a talented Junior Software Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team at our fast‑growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company. As a Junior Engineer, you will work alongside experienced engineers to design, develop, and maintain innovative software solutions that empower our customers. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a collaborative environment where your contributions make a real impact.
Key Responsibilities
Development & Delivery
* Collaborate with senior engineers, technical leads, and product managers to design, code, test, and debug software applications that meet business requirements and customer needs.
* Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirement analysis through to deployment, delivering high‑quality features and improvements on schedule.
* Write clean, maintainable, and well‑documented code following established coding standards and best practices.
* Conduct thorough unit testing and participate actively in code reviews to maintain code quality and identify opportunities for improvement.
Problem Solving & Support
* Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, performance issues, and technical challenges, ensuring the stability and reliability of our SaaS products.
* Provide second‑line support for production issues, working with the team to implement effective solutions.
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and addressing technical debt.
Collaboration & Communication
* Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including UX/UI designers, QA engineers, DevOps specialists, and product managers, to ensure seamless development and delivery of new features.
* Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, retrospectives, and demos.
* Document your work comprehensively, including code comments, technical documentation, and knowledge‑sharing materials to facilitate team collaboration.
Growth & Innovation
* Continuously enhance your skills and knowledge in software engineering, SaaS architecture, cloud technologies, and emerging industry trends through self‑learning and company‑provided training opportunities.
* Contribute innovative ideas and suggestions to improve existing products and propose new features that enhance the overall user experience.
* Stay informed about the latest technologies, frameworks, and best practices in SaaS development to help drive technical excellence.
What We Are Looking For
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
* 1‑2 years of commercial software engineering experience, ideally within a SaaS environment.
* Strong proficiency in C# and .NET/ASP.NET Core, with demonstrable experience building web applications.
* Solid understanding of modern front‑end technologies including JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
* Experience with at least one modern JavaScript framework (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
* Working knowledge of relational databases (Microsoft SQL Server or MySQL) and proficiency in writing SQL queries.
* Understanding of software design patterns such as MVVM, MVC, and microservices architecture.
* Familiarity with SOLID principles and clean code practices.
* Knowledge of RESTful API design and development.
* Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows.
* Awareness of security best practices (OWASP) and web accessibility standards (WCAG).
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively within a team.
Nice to Have
* Experience with Blazor or WebAssembly.
* Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure.
* Knowledge of containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
* Experience with automated testing frameworks and test‑driven development (TDD).
* Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
* Exposure to message queuing systems and event‑driven architecture.
* Portfolio of personal projects or open‑source contributions that demonstrate your technical abilities and passion for software development.
Benefits
* Annual performance bonus
* 25 days annual leave
* Company pension of up to 5% company contribution
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Hybrid Working opportunities
* Educational Assistance
* Family Supportive
* Free Parking
* Company Events
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