Junior Software Developer

Mass Consultants Ltd; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence technology company in Lincoln is seeking a Junior Software Developer eager to contribute to innovative projects. The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate or have some industry experience in software development, specifically in Java and Python. This role offers opportunities for career progression, technical training, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Continuing Professional Development support

Private Medical & Dental Insurance

Life Assurance scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with Windows OS and programming in at least two of: Java, C++, C#, JavaScript, Typescript, or Python.
• Familiarity with agile and waterfall methodologies preferred.
• Interest in mathematics and simulation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of software products and projects.
• Work on simulation/modelling tools and information systems in Electronic Warfare and Cyber Security.
• Maintain UK government SC-Level security clearance.

Skills

Java

C++

C#

JavaScript

Python

Agile Methodology

Waterfall Methodology

Education

Computer Science Degree or similar

Tools

Git

JIRA

Job description

Junior Software Developer – Lincoln (LN6)

• Salary £30,000
• 25 days annual leave inclusive of up to 3 days December shut-down
• Buy or sell up to 5 days’ annual leave
• Two pension schemes to choose from
• Private Medical & Dental Insurance + discounts for additional family members
• Life Assurance scheme up to 4 x salary
• Multiple Save schemes - Share Save scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail discounts
• Continuous Professional development support
• Annual Wellness Allowance

Are you a recent Computer Science (or similar) graduate, or a Junior Software Developer with some industry experience, looking for a hands-on role working on exciting projects? Do you take pride in quality, value teamwork and collaboration, and are you not afraid to suggest improvements? If yes, then this role could be for you. MASS, a defence technology company, is currently seeking a self-motivated and proactive graduate or junior software developer to join our expanding software team in Lincoln.

We offer recognition for your efforts, opportunities for career progression, and extensive technical training and development.

We’ve been expecting you!

How your experience will be utilised

You will contribute to the design and development of software products and projects, including simulation/modelling tools and information systems in Electronic Warfare and Cyber Security. The successful candidate will be required to hold security clearance to at least SC level.

The invaluable experience you’ll bring to help us achieve more

An interest in mathematics and simulation is advantageous. You should be experienced with Windows OS and programming in at least two of Java, C++, C#, JavaScript, Typescript, or Python. Familiarity with agile and waterfall methodologies is preferred.

Additional knowledge in Unix, SQL, Big Data, AI/ML, NetBeans, Visual Studio, VS Code, Test Driven Development, Subversion, Git, BitBucket, JIRA, and geo-spatial programming is beneficial but not essential.

Our non-negotiables:

• You must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
• Due to project security, you must be willing to undergo and maintain UK government SC-Level security clearance.

Who are MASS?

We help our customers realize the value of their data. We are an ambitious technology company with a strong history in defence, specializing in highly secure environments.

MASS is an equal opportunities employer, valuing skills, motivation, and diversity, providing a friendly workplace where everyone can make an impact.

Apply today to see how working for MASS could work for you!