Graduate Developer

West Nottinghamshire College; Kirkby-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a Graduate Developer to focus on the technical development, support, and maintenance of internal and external systems. The role requires recent educational experience in software development, particularly in C#, HTML5, and JavaScript. Candidates should also possess strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities. This role offers a dynamic environment within a dedicated team, with a commitment to self-development and adherence to the college's values.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft development products is preferable.
• Foundational knowledge of good software design principles.
• Knowledge of client, service, and web-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the technical development and support of internal and external systems.
• Assist in managing small projects and larger team projects.
• Consult with marketing on publicly facing websites and systems.

Skills

C#

HTML5

JavaScript

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Education

IT qualification to at least graduate level

Job description

As a Graduate Developer you will be responsible for the technical development, support and maintenance of internal and external systems, websites, and integrations.

The successful candidate will have a recent educational background in software development, preferably with experience in Microsoft development products and C# primarily, with additional skill in modern web-based software development, HTML5 and JavaScript, to provide flexible and wide-ranging support. You should have a foundational working knowledge of good software design following modern software design principles, knowledge of client, service, and web-based systems and an analytical approach to requirements of users and the greater organisation. As a graduate role, self-development of your own skills and knowledge will be desirable, however, you will be working as part of a small team. Database knowledge and skills are also desirable.

A client-driven approach backed by an IT qualification to at least graduate level is essential, which will require you to work in a hands-on development role as part of a wider team either contributing to or managing small projects. You will primarily assist the Head of Department: Systems Development and other developers on larger projects and may be expected to assist with IT infrastructure projects. You will also work and consult with marketing on publicly facing websites and systems. Other requirements include excellent communication and people skills, excellent organisational skills; analytical and critical thinking skills and the ability to work methodically and accurately. Strict confidentiality should be always maintained.

The role will require you to embed the college’s values, Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, Compassion and Ambition. Whilst working with Professionalism, taking Responsibility for your actions, and giving Respect to clients and colleagues alike.