Graduate Software Developer

Spectrum IT Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum IT Recruitment is seeking a Graduate Software Developer to join a trading firm in Central London. You will design, develop, and maintain high-performance applications in C# and .NET alongside experienced engineers.

In this role you will build scalable systems for sports trading and research, contribute to database work, and collaborate with traders to translate requirements into reliable software. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity suitable for graduates with a strong technical

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or a related technical subject.
• Strong programming foundation with C# or .NET.
• Understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP).
• Familiarity with relational databases such as SQL Server or Oracle.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear communication and a collaborative approach.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced sports trading environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain applications using C# and .NET, with guidance from experienced engineers.
• Build and enhance scalable systems supporting sports trading and research.
• Contribute to database development and optimisation using SQL Server or similar technologies.
• Work closely with developers, researchers and traders to translate business requirements into reliable software.
• Improve system performance, reliability and automation.
• Participate in code reviews and help improve development tools and practices.

Skills

C#

.NET

OOP

SQL databases

Analytical thinking

Communication

Learning mindset

Education

BSc in Computer Science

Tools

Git

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a Graduate Software Developer to join a trading firm, building the technology that supports its trading and research activities.

Working alongside experienced developers, researchers and traders, you'll help develop high-performance applications used in live sports trading environments. You'll see your code applied to real trading challenges while building your engineering skills within a collaborative technical team.

This is a full-time, fully office-based position in Central London, suited to a technically strong graduate with an interest in sport, data and trading.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain applications using C# and .NET, with guidance from experienced engineers.
• Build and enhance scalable systems supporting sports trading and research.
• Contribute to database development and optimisation using SQL Server or similar technologies.
• Work closely with developers, researchers and traders to translate business requirements into reliable software.
• Improve system performance, reliability and automation.
• Participate in code reviews and help improve development tools and practices.

Required Skills & Experience

• A degree in Computer Science or a related technical subject from a strong university anywhere in Europe, including the UK.
• A strong foundation in programming, ideally with exposure to C# or .NET.
• An understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
• Familiarity with relational databases such as SQL Server or Oracle.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with close attention to detail.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• A willingness to learn in a fast-paced sports trading environment.
• Availability to work full-time from the firm's Central London office.

Desirable Skills & Interests

• Knowledge of multithreading or concurrent programming.
• A basic understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/UDP.
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.
• Exposure to Windows-based development environments.
• An interest in sports, sports analytics or trading systems.

The Opportunity

You'll gain hands-on experience building software for a sports trading firm, working directly with the developers, researchers and traders who use it. For a graduate interested in combining software engineering with sport and data, this offers a strong foundation for a technical career in sports trading.