Graduate Software Developer (Front-End) - 6 month FTC - Cardiff

Rocket Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based tech company seeks a passionate Graduate Software Developer to create and maintain user-facing features for their online learning platform, iungo Academy. The role emphasizes strong skills in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, alongside collaboration with UI/UX designers. This opportunity allows for real-world impact in a supportive environment. Competitive 6-month FTC with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with at least one modern JavaScript framework (React, Vue.js, Angular).
• Familiarity with Git and responsive design principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop & maintain user-facing features on iungo Academy.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement designs.
• Integrate front‑end components with back‑end logic.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript (ES6+)

React

Responsive design principles

Git

Digital problem-solving

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Webpack/Vite

SASS/SCSS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop & maintain clean, efficient, and well‑documented code for user‑facing features on iungo Academy and other web projects.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement designs and ensure technical feasibility.
• Integrate front‑end components with back‑end logic and APIs.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and responsiveness across devices and browsers.
• Test & debug UI problems and bugs to improve usability and performance.
• Document front‑end components, style guides, and user‑facing features; support deployment via CI/CD pipelines.
• Participate in code reviews and stay up to date with emerging front‑end technologies and best practices.

Knowledge

• Software architectures and technology stacks
• Product development methodologies
• Customer journey research and User‑Centred Design (UCD)

Skills

• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with at least one modern JavaScript framework (React, Vue.js, Angular).
• Familiarity with Git.
• Responsive design principles and mobile‑first development.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with a keen eye for detail and design.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team.
• Additional desired skills: TypeScript, Webpack/Vite, RESTful APIs, SASS/SCSS, portfolio on GitHub.

Behaviours

• Strong ethics and integrity
• Authentic nature
• Collaborative tendencies
• Insightful contributions
• Always learning
• Accountability
• Self‑motivation
• Sense of fun

We're looking for a creative problem‑solver with a genuine passion for front‑end development and a desire to learn. You should have a solid foundational knowledge of web technologies and be excited to apply it in a supportive and innovative environment. You should hold a degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience (e.g., bootcamp graduate, self‑taught with a strong portfolio).

Contract: 6‑month FTC with option to extend or make permanent.

iungo Solutions is a dynamic and forward‑thinking independent training provider delivering professional digital and green skills training across the UK. We are on a mission to close skills gaps and empower the workforce of the future. We're currently developing our online learning platform, iungo Academy, to serve all of our customers' needs and expand our international reach.

We're looking for a passionate and talented Graduate Software Developer to join our team and help build the future of online learning. As a Graduate Software Developer (Front‑End), you'll be at the heart of our development team, playing a crucial role in shaping the user experience of the iungo Academy platform. You will work alongside our senior developers and other colleagues to translate creative concepts into seamless, responsive, and engaging digital experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your skills on a variety of internal and client‑facing projects while contributing to a platform with a real‑world impact.