Junior Software Developer (Automation & Workflow Optimisation)

The Opportunity Hub UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment tech startup in the UK is looking for a passionate Computer Science graduate to enhance their existing web platform. The role involves automating workflows, optimizing performance, and collaborating with a development team. Key skills include PHP, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML, with a preferred understanding of React. This opportunity offers a dynamic environment where innovation is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automated workflows to improve efficiency across the platform.
• Optimise and maintain our current platform, ensuring smooth functionality and performance.
• Collaborate with the development team to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Contribute to future development projects, including migrating parts of the platform to React.
• Continuously explore new technologies and methods to improve platform efficiency and user experience.

Skills

Strong knowledge of PHP

Strong knowledge of JavaScript

Strong knowledge of CSS

Strong knowledge of HTML

Familiarity with automation tools

Problem-solving mindset

Attention to detail

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

React

Job description

Overview

We’re arecruitment tech startup seeking a passionate Computer Science graduate with a keen interest in automation, workflow improvement, and platform optimisation. This role will focus on enhancing our existing PHP, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML-based platform, with an eye toward future development using React.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automated workflows to improve efficiency across the platform.
• Optimise and maintain our current platform, ensuring smooth functionality and performance.
• Collaborate with the development team to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Contribute to future development projects, including migrating parts of the platform to React.
• Continuously explore new technologies and methods to improve platform efficiency and user experience.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of PHP, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML.
• Familiarity with automation tools and techniques.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Basic understanding of React or willingness to learn and apply it.
• Experience with workflow automation in web platforms.
• Knowledge of best practices in software development and optimization.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.