Graduate Software Engineer - Fully Remote

Rio Hondo College; Hertford Heath; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Graduate Software Developer to work fully remotely. The role offers the chance to work on innovative software solutions using C#, PHP, and SQL in an Agile team. Applicants should have a first-class Computer Science degree and a passion for IT. The starting salary is £25,000, with additional benefits including bonus schemes and time dedicated to skill enhancement.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Discretionary company-based bonus scheme

Access to tech meetups and health plans

Company-funded industry exams

Qualifications

• A strong interest in learning object-oriented programming languages.
• Solid understanding of writing SQL queries.
• Effective collaboration in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Work on innovative software solutions in an Agile environment.
• Analyze problems and implement effective solutions.
• Manage projects from start to finish.

Skills

Object-oriented programming languages (C#, Java, PHP, ASP.NET, C++, CSS, MVC)

SQL Server

Communication skills

Education

First-class degree in Computer Science

Tools

MS Azure

MySQL

Job description

Overview

Graduate Software Developer - Train Into C#, PHP, SQL, Azure, Fully Remote

Please Note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role, or take candidates on Student Visa's/ PSW Visas.

About The Company

Join a leading financial services company, renowned for delivering innovative, market-leading products. With a commitment to continuous investment and employee development, we are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Graduate IT Developer (fully remote) to embark on an exciting career journey in software development.

The Opportunity

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for software development and a thirst for continuous improvement? We want to hear from you! This is a fantastic opportunity for a Junior/Graduate IT Software Developer to join a dynamic and supportive team, with the flexibility to work from anywhere in the UK.

In this role, you'll be part of an Agile team working on business-critical solutions using technologies like C#, PHP, jQuery, CSS, MVC, and SQL Server. Don't worry if you don't have all these skills yet — if you come from a similar object-oriented development background (Java, C#, ASP.NET, C++, etc.), we'll support you in cross-training to develop your expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on innovative and impactful software solutions in an Agile environment.
• Collaborate closely with the team to analyze problems and implement effective solutions.
• Manage projects from start to finish, ensuring timely delivery.
• Continuously improve your development skills and contribute to the growth of the company's technical capabilities.

Essential Skills & Experience

• A first-class degree in Computer Science (or predicted grade).
• A passion for IT and a strong interest in learning object-oriented programming languages (C#, Java, PHP, ASP.NET, C++, CSS, MVC, etc.).
• Solid understanding of SQL Server and MySQL (writing queries).
• Familiarity with MS Azure or similar cloud platforms.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• A problem-solver who enjoys analysing issues, estimating impact, and finding practical solutions.

What We Offer

• Competitive starting salary of £25,000 (increases after probation period).
• Discretionary company-based bonus scheme.
• Work fully remote.
• Up to 20% of your time dedicated to studying, training, and enhancing your skills.
• Access to tech meetups, a health plan, and a bonus scheme.
• The option to take industry exams paid for by the company.

How to Apply

Ready to kick-start your career as a Graduate IT Developer? Apply now for more details on this exciting opportunity — Graduate Software Developer - C#, PHP, SQL & Agile (Fully Remote).