Junior Software Developer (Graduate Opportunity)

Simplyhealth; East Oakley; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplyhealth is seeking a Graduate Software Developer for a permanent, hybrid role. The position involves weekly travel to the Andover Office and candidates should live within 30 miles of Andover.

You will join a cross-functional delivery squad and be mentored by experienced engineers while learning testing practices, Playwright, and Agile delivery.

If you recently graduated in CS, SE, IT, or Mathematics, or have strong personal projects, this is a solid entry into software engineering.

Responsibilities

• Join a cross-functional delivery squad and contribute to software quality.
• Learn and apply modern testing practices and automation frameworks such as Playwright.
• Work within Agile delivery with mentoring from engineers.

Job description

Graduate Software Developer

Contract – Permanent

Location – Hybrid with once-weekly travel to Andover Office (live within 30 miles)

Salary- £30,000

Hours – Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

We’re not just your average health company; we’re aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that we’re the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals.

Just graduated and looking for your first step into the world of technology? This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to kick-start a rewarding career in software engineering, work alongside experienced professionals, and develop highly sought-after technical skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.

We're looking for ambitious graduates who are naturally curious, love solving problems, and want to play a key role in creating exceptional digital experiences. Whether you've studied Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, Mathematics, or have developed technical skills through personal projects, this could be the perfect opportunity to launch your career.

Why Join Us?

As a Junior Quality Engineer, you'll be part of a cross-functional delivery squad where your work will directly contribute to building high-quality digital products used by real customers.

You'll receive hands-on mentoring from experienced Quality Engineers, developers, and product professionals while gaining exposure to modern testing practices, automation frameworks, Agile delivery, and software development methodologies.

This is a genuine career development opportunity where you'll be encouraged to learn, experiment, and grow your technical expertise from day one.

What You'll Be Learning

Modern Test Automation & Engineering Tools

• Gain practical experience with industry-leading automation frameworks such as Playwright.
• Learn how automated testing integrates into CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery.
• Develop your scripting and automation skills through real-world projects.
• Use testing tools, logs, diagnostics, and data to investigate issues and support quality improvements.

Software Testing & Quality Assurance

• Design and execute functional, regression, exploratory, and automated tests.
• Learn how to identify, log, and verify software defects.
• Understand how quality is embedded throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Build confidence in assessing risk and ensuring products meet customer expectations.

Best Practice Engineering Principles

• Develop your understanding of testing techniques such as risk-based testing and boundary value analysis.
• Learn modern engineering approaches including Test-Driven Development (TDD), Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD), and Shift-Left Testing.
• Become a passionate advocate for quality, helping teams identify risks early and deliver better outcomes.

Collaboration & Agile Working

• Partner with developers, product managers, and fellow engineers to understand requirements and solutions.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute your ideas and insights.
• Learn how high-performing technology teams collaborate to deliver value quickly and effectively.