Junior Software Developer - Level 6 Apprentice

Endeavour Information Solutions; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for an ambitious junior software developer to join their dynamic team in Belfast. This exciting opportunity is perfect for individuals eager to kickstart their careers in software development. You will work within an Agile environment, contributing to various projects while learning the latest technologies. The company prides itself on providing clear career progression, investing in your professional development, and fostering a collaborative culture. If you're passionate about technology and ready to make a mark in the industry, this role is your chance to shine.

Benefits

Enhanced occupational sick pay

Health benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance

Retirement benefits

33 days paid leave

Birthday day off

Quarterly social events

Free tea, coffee, and biscuits

Tasty treats on Fridays

Qualifications

• Great attention to detail and time-management skills are essential.
• Desire to achieve Microsoft development qualifications through continual learning.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to technical analysis, solution design, and development.
• Assist in code reviews and maintain software documentation.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Time-management skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Desire to learn new technologies

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Foundation degree in computing

Level 5 qualification in computing

First two years of bachelor's degree in computing

Tools

Microsoft SQL

Job description

Endeavour Information Solutions | Full time

Belfast, United Kingdom | Posted on 10/02/2025

OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH BELFAST METROPOLITAN COLLEGE - NOT SUITABLE FOR UNIVERSITY IT GRADUATES/STUDENTS

We are seeking an ambitious, self-motivated junior software developer to join our expanding team with a passion to deliver projects on time and on budget within an Agile software development team using the latest technologies. Limited supervision and direction is required for this individual to deliver results. This position is ideally suited for someone starting their career as a developer with no previous commercial experience in software development. PLEASE NOTE: We only accept apprenticeship transfers under exceptional circumstances.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The junior software developer will be involved in the delivery of projects for clients:

• Contribute to technical analysis, solution design, user experience design, development, testing, implementation, and deployment;
• Applying change control processes;
• Reporting to project manager on project progress;
• Create and maintain software documentation;
• Assist in code reviews to maintain project quality.

Requirements

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

The junior software developer should:

• Establish a good working relationship with the client and internal project teams;
• Be ambitious and self-motivated;
• Be a strong team player with problem-solving and analytical skills;
• Be keen to learn and share knowledge;
• Have an interest in researching and learning about new technologies;
• Work to tight schedules and deadlines;
• Contribute to internal improvements;
• Take a professional approach to their work and career development.

REQUIREMENTS - ESSENTIAL

Essential requirements for this position are as follows:

• Great attention to detail and time-management skills;
• Strong interest in new technologies and concepts;
• Desire to achieve Microsoft development qualifications through continual learning;
• Fluent in English with excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills;
• A positive “can do” attitude;
• GCSEs at C or above, or equivalent, in Maths and English;
• Foundation degree with computing as the core discipline; OR
• Level 5 qualification with computing as the core discipline; OR
• First two years of bachelor's degree with computing as the core discipline.

REQUIREMENTS - DESIRED

The following desired requirements would also be advantageous:

• Some knowledge of object-oriented programming;
• Write well-designed, testable, efficient code and an awareness of best software development practices and programming principles;
• Some knowledge of relational database design and experience with Microsoft SQL;
• Awareness of how web applications work including security, session management, and best development practices;
• Awareness of unit and integration testing and the purpose of test scripts.

At Endeavour we pride ourselves on:

• Having achieved a high level of technical accreditation and certification with world-leading organisations including Microsoft;
• Having clear career progression for all staff, with detailed promotion paths for all grades and six-monthly reviews;
• Investing in industry-leading qualifications for staff, through paid study leave and exam fees, and bonuses on completion;
• Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion;
• Having a quick recruitment process with structured interview and technical test formats;
• Providing unlimited access to computer-based training and other technical resources;
• Our employee benefits including enhanced occupational sick pay, health benefits, Employee Assistance Programme, life assurance, retirement benefits, 33 days paid leave (increasing based on length of service) as well as birthday day off, quarterly social events, free tea, coffee, and biscuits every day with something tastier on Fridays!