Associate Software Engineer

Asda Stores Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company, Asda, is seeking an Associate Software Engineer to enhance Jira and Confluence solutions. The role offers professional development and a diverse working environment while focusing on operational efficiency within the Engineering Excellence team.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working options

Pension and discounts

Wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Experience in Jira/Confluence administration and customization required.
• Knowledge of Jira scripting languages (JQL, Groovy) preferred.
• Familiarity with automation, CICD, and Agile methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer solutions and projects in Jira and Confluence.
• Support upgrades and provide user training.
• Develop customizations and maintain technical documentation.

Skills

Jira administration

Confluence administration

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Tools

Jira

Confluence

React Native

Java

.NET

Azure SQL

Job description

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Associate Software Engineer

Apply locations: Asda House

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

End Date: July 18, 2025 (11 days left to apply)

Job requisition id: R-061571

Job Title

Associate Software Engineer

Location

Asda House

Employment Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours Per Week

37.5

Salary

Competitive salary plus benefits.

Category

Infrastructure

Closing Date

17 July 2025

We are looking for an Associate Software Engineer with strong analytical skills and a keen desire to learn while developing, implementing, and supporting Jira & Confluence, software solutions, and renewals within our Engineering Excellence team.

Our mission is to increase efficiency and agility across engineering teams, enabling quick mobilization and delivery of quality, secure features for our customers at reduced costs.

The role involves collaboration with multiple engineering teams, supporting the adoption of new ways of working, primarily focusing on Jira, Confluence, and Jira Service Management, evolving to include wider team goals.

Your Responsibilities include:

• Administer solutions, projects, and spaces in Jira, Confluence, and plugins
• Support upgrades and user access processes
• Develop customizations and train users
• Provide technical support and maintain documentation

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience in Jira/Confluence administration and customization
• Knowledge of Jira scripting languages (JQL, Groovy) and APIs
• Familiarity with technologies like React Native/JS, JAVA, C#, .NET, Azure SQL
• Experience with automation, CICD, Agile methodologies
• Knowledge of monitoring tools and cloud technologies
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

We offer access to professional development, a diverse and inclusive environment, flexible working options, and a comprehensive benefits package including bonus, pension, discounts, and wellbeing services.

If interested, please contact [e-mail] for questions.

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