Software Engineer, Graduate

Jobtailor; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Greater London is seeking a recent Computer Science or STEM graduate to join our software delivery team as an junior developer. You will write, test, and maintain code, participate in stand-ups, and collaborate with senior engineers to learn best practices in design, testing, and deployment.

There is a strong emphasis on ownership, problem-solving, and continuous learning. No professional experience is required, but a proactive mindset and teamwork are essential to grow with the

Qualifications

• Fresh graduate with passion for technology and problem-solving.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and take ownership.
• Fundamental CS knowledge and online coursework.

Responsibilities

• Write, test, and maintain code in a cross-functional delivery team.
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and daily stand-ups.
• Work closely with senior engineers to learn best practices in software design, testing, and deployment.
• Help troubleshoot and resolve bugs and technical issues.
• Build strong working relationships with client stakeholders, communicating progress and gathering feedback throughout delivery.
• Contribute to technical documentation.

Skills

JavaScript

Python

Java

C#

Data Structures

Algorithms

Version Control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering / STEM

Tools

Git

Job description

• Write, test, and maintain code as part of a cross-functional delivery team
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and daily stand-ups
• Work closely with senior engineers to learn best practices in software design, testing, and deployment
• Help troubleshoot and resolve bugs and technical issues
• Build strong working relationships with client stakeholders, communicating progress and gathering feedback throughout delivery
• Contribute to technical documentation
• Continuously build your skills through on-the-job learning, mentoring, and training

Requirements

• A recent graduate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a STEM subject
• A genuine passion for technology and problem-solving
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
• A curious, proactive mindset, comfortable asking questions and learning from feedback
• Eagerness to take ownership of tasks and grow into greater responsibility over time
• Solid foundation in at least one programming language (e.g. JavaScript, Python, Java, or C#)
• Understanding of core computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, version control)
• Familiarity with Git and collaborative development workflows
• Exposure to web development, databases, or cloud platforms is a plus (through coursework, internships, or personal projects)
• No professional experience required, we're looking for potential and a willingness to learn

Core Competencies

Demonstrates a solid foundation in programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, or C#, along with a strong understanding of core computer science fundamentals. Possesses effective communication skills and a proactive mindset for collaboration and continuous learning.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Programming Language Proficiency
• Understanding of Data Structures
• Familiarity with Git
• Exposure to Web Development
• Strong Communication Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• JavaScript
• Python
• Java
• C#
• Data Structures
• Algorithms
• Version Control

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Proactive Mindset
• Problem-Solving

Industry Keywords

• Software Engineering
• Computer Science
• Cross-Functional Team
• Technical Documentation
• Cloud Platforms

Tools & Technologies

• Git