Junior Engineer

twentysix; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working pattern

Job summary

Artefact in London is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join our hybrid team. You’ll work on engineering projects alongside senior colleagues and contribute to delivering data and AI focused solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on coding in Python, learning through training and certification, and developing skills in data structures, algorithms, and collaboration within a fast-moving consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Education: a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Programming Proficiency: strong programming skills in Python and a solid understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Software Engineering Fundamentals: understanding of version control and repository tools (Git, CI/CD) and writing clean, well-documented code.
• Data Skills: experience with SQL for querying relational databases.
• Problem-Solving Skills: analytical mindset and ability to break down complex problems.
• Eagerness to Learn: passion for technology and learning new skills through projects or coursework.
• Communication & Collaboration: strong verbal and written communication, teamwork, and learning from seniors.

Responsibilities

• Work on engineering projects with senior team members.
• Training and certification to enhance skills in software engineering, data science, and data architecture.

Skills

Python

Data structures

Algorithms

Git

CI/CD

SQL

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, or related quantitative field

Tools

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Who we are

• Artefact is a leading global consulting firm dedicated to accelerating the adoption of data and AI. We work with a variety of businesses, from supermarket chains, to private equity firms and telecoms; including Nissan, L'Oréal, Carrefour, WHSmith, Orange, Beiersdorf, BNP Paribas, and Samsung.

• Our success stems from combining advanced data technologies, agile methods for quick delivery, and dedicated teams of data scientists, data engineers, business consultants, and data analysts.

• Our 1,700 employees operate in 25 countries (Americas, Europe, Asia, Middle East, India, Africa) and we partner with 1,000+ clients.

What you will be doing

As a Junior Software Engineer in our London office, your role will encompass:

• working on engineering projects together with senior team members

• training and certification to enhance your skills in software engineering, data science, and data architecture.

Qualifications

Necessary education and experience

• Education: A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.

• Programming Proficiency: Strong programming skills in Python and a solid understanding of data structures and algorithms.

• Software Engineering Fundamentals: A demonstrable understanding of version control and repository tools (Git, CI/CD) and a commitment to writing clean, well-documented code.

• Data Skills: Experience with SQL for querying relational databases.

• Problem-Solving Skills: An analytical mindset with the ability to break down complex problems into manageable steps.

• Eagerness to Learn: A genuine passion for technology and a proactive attitude towards self-development and learning new skills, as demonstrated through projects or coursework.

• Communication & Collaboration: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and learn from senior members.

Desirable experience

• Cloud & MLOps Exposure: Basic familiarity with a cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and an awareness of concepts like containerization (Docker).

• Core ML Knowledge: A good grasp of fundamental machine learning concepts, including supervised/unsupervised learning, model evaluation techniques, and feature engineering.

• Advanced Education: A Master's degree or PhD in a relevant field is a strong plus.

Hybrid working pattern