IT Analyst - Junior Developer

Driver Hire Borders; Little Irchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Junior Software Developer for their IT Development Team. The role involves developing POS systems and working closely with IT Project Teams to ensure secure and efficient branch systems. Ideal candidates will possess knowledge in JAVA and SQL and demonstrate effective communication skills. This job offers a supportive environment with numerous benefits.

Benefits

Discounts at Tesco

Pension matching

Health and Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Good understanding of JAVA and SQL.
• Background in software development, testing, change management, or support provision.
• Consistent delivery of results.

Responsibilities

• Develop POS systems for Booker Cash & Carry business.
• Work with IT Project Team for system effectiveness.
• Innovate and focus on high-quality product delivery.

Skills

Understanding of JAVA

Understanding of SQL

Good communication skills

Job description

What's in it for you

At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
• Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A great holiday package

About the role

The Booker Group has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Software Developer to join our IT Development Team based in Basingstoke. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing POS systems that meet the continuing needs of the Booker Cash & Carry business.

The IT Development Team which consists of 4 developers, two of which are responsible for developing and maintaining an in-house POS software solution across the Booker and Makro estate. This team works closely with the Booker IT Project Team to ensure that all Branch systems are effective, secure, and efficient.

You will be responsible for

Together your team and you will need to be disciplined, innovative and business-focused in your approach to develop a wide variety of high-quality products and solutions. The successful candidate will be eager to learn new technologies, technically proficient and motivated in the creation and delivery of IT Solutions which include JAVA and SQL.

Additionally, you will partner continuously with your many stakeholders daily to stay focused on common goals.

You will need

• Good understanding of JAVA and SQL.
• Knowledge of Retail is advantageous but not critical.
• Background in software development, testing, change management, or support provision.
• Consistent delivery of results.
• Ability to work individually and as a team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, being able to communicate effectively and efficiently with colleagues, customers and suppliers combined with a can-do attitude.