Junior Software Engineer

Rubicon People; Poole; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic software company based in Poole is looking for a Junior Software Engineer to contribute to a range of interactive, data-driven products. You will design software architectures across various platforms and have the opportunity for growth while working closely with the Product Manager. Candidates should have full-stack development experience, knowledge of SQL, and strong C++ programming skills. Apply with your CV to take the next step in your career.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holiday

Performance-based bonus

Full travel expenses covered

Qualifications

• Experience in developing real-time embedded applications in C++.
• Ability to manage your own workload in a structured environment.
• Familiarity with Agile methodology and change management principles.

Responsibilities

• Designing and maintaining software architectures across cloud platforms.
• Integrating websites with internal systems and automating processes.
• Translating customer requirements into structured scripts.

Skills

Full stack development experience

Knowledge of SQL and database design

Programming skills in C++

Experience with Git/Bitbucket

Ability to work independently

Tools

JIRA

Raspberry Pi

Job description

Junior Software Engineer | Poole | £37,500

As a Junior Software Engineer, you’ll be joining a fast-paced, innovation-led environment where your software knowledge will drive innovation across a range of interactive, data-driven products.

This is an opportunity to work across the full tech stack, from cloud platforms to embedded microcontrollers, in a role that blends engineering precision with real-world performance impact.

As Junior Software Engineer, you will benefit from:

• 20 days holiday + bank holiday
• Realistic opportunity to progress, working closely with the Product Manager
• Full travel expenses covered
• Performance based bonus

As Junior Software Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and maintaining software architectures across cloud platforms, servers, and embedded systems.
• Integrating websites with internal systems and automating processes.
• Translating customer requirements into structured scripts and code.
• Developing real-time embedded applications in C++ for microcontrollers.
• Providing technical support and contributing to product enhancements.

As Junior Software Engineer, your experience will include:

• Full stack development experience across embedded, web, and server-side platforms
• Knowledge of programming with SQL, Raspberry Pi, API integration, and database design
• Ability to manage your own workload and work independently in a structured environment
• Familiarity with JIRA, Agile methodology, and change management principles
• Strong programming skills in C++, with embedded C++ experience desirable
• Experience with Git/Bitbucket version control and collaborative workflows

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Josh at Rubicon for more information.