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Graduate Programmer

💰 $65,000 - $90,000

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🎯 Role Definition

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for building things that work, and work well? We are searching for a highly motivated and talented Graduate Programmer to join our innovative technology team. This is a unique opportunity to launch your career in software development, where you will be mentored by senior engineers and contribute to real-world projects from day one. You will be immersed in the full software development lifecycle, transforming complex problems into elegant, scalable solutions. We're not just looking for a coder; we're looking for a future technology leader who is curious, collaborative, and driven to make a significant impact.

📈 Career Progression

Typical Career Path

Entry Point From:

  • University Graduate (Bachelor's or Master's in a STEM field)
  • Coding Bootcamp Graduate with a strong portfolio
  • Self-taught Programmer with demonstrable project experience

Advancement To:

  • Software Engineer / Software Developer
  • Senior Programmer / Senior Software Engineer
  • Technical Lead / Team Lead

Lateral Moves:

  • DevOps Engineer
  • QA Automation Engineer
  • Technical Consultant

Core Responsibilities

Primary Functions

  • Actively participate in the full software development lifecycle, from conceptualization and design to development, testing, and deployment, writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
  • Collaborate closely with senior developers, product managers, and designers to build and launch new features and products.
  • Develop, test, and debug robust, scalable, and high-performance applications using modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, Go, C++).
  • Engage in peer code reviews to ensure code quality, share knowledge, and learn best practices from experienced team members.
  • Write and maintain comprehensive unit tests and integration tests to ensure software reliability and stability.
  • Assist in troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving complex technical issues in development, test, and production environments.
  • Contribute to architectural and design discussions, bringing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the table.
  • Develop a deep understanding of our existing systems and contribute to their continuous improvement and refactoring.
  • Create and maintain clear, concise technical documentation for new and existing codebases and systems.
  • Work within an Agile/Scrum development methodology, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
  • Utilize version control systems, primarily Git, to manage codebases and collaborate effectively with the team.
  • Assist in the deployment of applications and services, gaining experience with CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure.
  • Develop and consume RESTful APIs and other web services to enable communication between different system components.
  • Gain exposure to and work with various database technologies, including both SQL and NoSQL databases, to store and retrieve data efficiently.
  • Learn and apply software engineering best practices, including design patterns, secure coding principles, and performance optimization techniques.
  • Build prototypes and proof-of-concepts to quickly validate new ideas and technologies.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and programming languages through continuous learning and personal development.
  • Respond to and resolve production incidents and support requests under the guidance of senior engineers to ensure system uptime and user satisfaction.
  • Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and responsiveness across various devices and platforms.
  • Participate in the estimation and planning of development work, learning how to break down complex tasks into manageable chunks.

Secondary Functions

  • Support ad-hoc data requests and exploratory data analysis to provide insights for business stakeholders.
  • Contribute to the organization's technology strategy and roadmap by researching new tools and techniques.
  • Collaborate with business units to translate data and functional needs into engineering requirements.
  • Participate in sprint planning and agile ceremonies, contributing to the continuous improvement of our development process.

Required Skills & Competencies

Hard Skills (Technical)

  • Strong foundation in at least one modern programming language such as Python, Java, C++, C#, or JavaScript.
  • Solid understanding of fundamental Computer Science concepts, including data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming (OOP).
  • Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git and platforms like GitHub or GitLab.
  • Basic knowledge of database concepts, with some experience writing SQL queries.
  • Exposure to web development frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Django, Spring, Node.js).
  • Understanding of software testing principles, including unit testing and integration testing.
  • Basic familiarity with Linux/Unix command-line environment.
  • Knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
  • Awareness of API concepts, particularly RESTful services.
  • Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a strong plus.
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker is highly desirable.

Soft Skills

  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a logical mindset.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • A profound eagerness to learn, a natural curiosity, and the ability to pick up new technologies quickly.
  • High level of adaptability and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Strong collaborative spirit and a proven ability to work effectively in a team.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
  • Proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
  • Effective time management and organizational skills.

Education & Experience

Educational Background

Minimum Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical field.

Preferred Education:

  • Master’s Degree or a Bachelor's Degree with First Class Honours.

Relevant Fields of Study:

  • Computer Science
  • Software Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Mathematics, Physics, or a related STEM discipline with significant programming experience.

Experience Requirements

Typical Experience Range:

  • 0-2 years of software development experience.

Preferred:

  • Prior internship, co-op placement, or significant personal/academic projects showcased in a portfolio (e.g., on GitHub) are highly valued.
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