Overview
Junior Software Developer at Alcumus. Join a collaborative, multi-functional Scrum team and contribute to the tools, platforms and services that power the business. Learn from experienced engineers, gain exposure to modern technologies, and help deliver high-quality software that makes a real difference to users.
Department: Technology & Product
Location: Cardiff, UK
What that means day to day
* Develop, test and maintain software applications for web, mobile and desktop platforms in line with Agile best practice.
* Collaborate with developers, product owners, QA analysts and stakeholders to turn user requirements into working solutions.
* Contribute to peer reviews, design discussions and team improvements to ensure quality and continuous learning.
* Provide support to business users and help improve existing processes and services across the organisation.
* Stay curious and adaptable by learning new tools, languages and platforms as the team evolves.
What you’ll need to be successful
You will thrive in this role if you are eager to learn, a strong problem-solver and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment. You should have experience with modern development practices and be comfortable contributing to Agile projects. Clear communication, attention to detail and a willingness to grow will be key to your success.
Essential Requirements:
* Experience developing with Java 8+
* Understanding of frameworks such as Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Hibernate
* Experience with relational databases (e.g. SQL, MySQL)
* Ability to create and run unit tests
* Knowledge of version control systems (GitHub, Bitbucket)
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
* Ability to work effectively in an Agile/Scrum environment
* Good organisational and communication skills
What you'll get in return
Alcumus offers a hybrid workplace policy, with the office-based work expected 3 days per week. We provide support to help you do your best work, including the following benefits:
* Enhanced Parental Leave
* Generous annual leave
* Healthcare Plan
* Annual Giving Day – an extra day to give back to yourself or your community
* Cycle-to-work Scheme
* Pension scheme with employer contributions
* Life Assurance – 3X base salary
* Rewards Program – access to discounts and cashback
* LinkedIn Learning License for upskilling & development
Equal Opportunity
Alcumus is proudly an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring that no candidate is discriminated against because of gender identity and expression, race, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, colour, region, creed, national origin, or sex. We are dedicated to growing a diverse team and creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe and empowered to be themselves.
Hiring process & adjustments
What you can expect if you apply: a response within 15 working days; an interview process including a recruiter discovery call, a first-stage interview via Microsoft Teams, and an additional interview with stakeholders. If you need adjustments, please let us know.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* IT Services and IT Consulting
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