Junior Software Developer

Reed Technology; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Reed Technology in Oxford is seeking a Junior Software Developer to join a growing team building data-driven software for scientific research and healthcare innovation.

You will gain hands-on experience across the full software development lifecycle, working with Python, REST APIs, Django/Flask, SQL databases, and cloud tooling in a collaborative, hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Bioinformatics or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong Python development foundations.
• Experience with web development and REST APIs.
• Knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Experience with HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with Git.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Python-based applications and REST APIs.
• Build web applications using Django and Flask.
• Work with PostgreSQL and MySQL databases.
• Support data processing and automation workflows.
• Contribute to testing and software quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineers, data scientists and stakeholders.
• Learn deployment practices, Docker and CI/CD.

Skills

Python

REST APIs

Git

Education

Bachelor's or equivalent in CS/SE/Bioinformatics

Tools

Django

Flask

PostgreSQL

MySQL

AWS / GCP

Docker

CI/CD

Job description

Oxford Hybrid Working Competitive Salary + Benefits

Are you an aspiring software developer looking to build your career in an innovative, data-driven environment? We're looking for a Junior Software Developer to join a growing team working on cutting-edge software solutions that support scientific research and healthcare innovation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career developer to gain hands-on experience across the full software development lifecycle, working alongside experienced software engineers, data scientists and subject matter experts.

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing and maintaining Python-based applications and REST APIs.
• Building and enhancing web applications using frameworks such as Django and Flask.
• Working with SQL databases including PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• Supporting data processing and automation tools used in analytical workflows.
• Contributing to testing, debugging and software quality initiatives.
• Working with cloud technologies including AWS and Google Cloud Platform.
• Using Git and participating in collaborative development and code reviews.
• Learning modern deployment practices, Docker and CI/CD processes.

What We're Looking For

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Bioinformatics or a related subject, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong foundations in Python development.
• Understanding of web development and REST APIs.
• Knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Experience with HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Nice to Have

• Exposure to Django or Flask through university projects, internships or personal projects.
• Experience with AWS or Google Cloud Platform.
• Knowledge of Docker and CI/CD concepts.
• Exposure to Pandas, NumPy, R or machine learning.
• Interest in scientific, healthcare, biotech or data-focused environments.

Whether you're a recent graduate, have completed a placement year, or have up to two years of commercial experience, we'd love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to accelerate your development and work with talented professionals on challenging and rewarding projects.