Student Placement Software Engineer

targetjobs UK; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in risk solutions is hiring an entry-level software developer in Nottingham. The role involves tasks such as writing specifications, completing bug fixes, and collaborating with senior engineers to enhance development processes. This is an excellent opportunity to begin a career in software development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent.
• Desire to learn new processes and technologies.
• Basic knowledge of Agile, Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Write and review specifications for system components.
• Complete simple bug fixes.
• Resolve basic technical issues.

Skills

Basic knowledge of software development methodologies

Basic knowledge of data manipulation languages

Basic understanding of data modeling principles

Basic knowledge of applicable development languages

Basic oral and written communications skills

Education

BS Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience

Job description

About The Business

LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. Within our Insurance vertical, we provide customers with solutions and decision tools that combine public and industry specific content with advanced technology and analytics to assist them in evaluating and predicting risk and enhancing operational efficiency. Our insurance risk solutions help drive better data-driven decisions across the insurance policy lifecycle all while reducing risk.

About The Role

This entry-level position performs basic software development assignments within a specific software functional area or product line.

Responsibilities

• Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of system components of simple complexity.
• Complete simple bug fixes.
• Under the guidance of senior-level engineers, successfully implement development processes, coding best practices and code reviews.
• Operate in various development environments (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) while collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Resolve basic technical issues as necessary.
• Keep abreast of new technology developments.
  
  

Requirements

• BS Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience required.
• Basic knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Basic knowledge of data manipulation languages.
• Basic understanding of data modeling principles.
• Knowledge of data storage subsystems.
• Basic knowledge of applicable development languages including but not limited to: Java/J2EE, JavaScript, JSP, C/C++, HTML, XML, SQL, Windows, UNIX, and .Net.
• Knowledge of test-driven development.
• Ability and desire to learn new processes and technologies.
• Basic oral and written communications skills.
  
  

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