Fresher – Software Engineer | Gurugram

DigitalXNode; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

DigitalXNode invites fresh graduates to join as Software Engineers, building a career in software development. You will work with experienced developers to design, develop, test, and maintain scalable applications across the SDLC.

You will gain exposure to backend development, web technologies, APIs, databases, cloud basics, and Agile methods while contributing to high-quality software solutions and learning through collaboration.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates with strong programming fundamentals and object-oriented concepts.
• Understanding of SDLC and modern software development practices.
• Ability to learn new languages, frameworks, and tools quickly.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to contribute to product and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain software applications under senior guidance.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following standards.
• Assist in backend services, web apps, and APIs.
• Participate in debugging, troubleshooting, and resolving defects.
• Support feature development and application maintenance.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

C#

JavaScript (Basic)

Education

B.Tech / BE in CS/IT/SE/EE

BCA

B.Sc. (CS / IT)

Tools

Git

GitHub

Visual Studio Code

IntelliJ IDEA / Eclipse

Job description

We are looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated Fresher Software Engineers who are eager to build a successful career in software development. This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates with a strong understanding of programming fundamentals, object-oriented concepts, and modern software development practices.

As a Fresher Software Engineer, you will work alongside experienced developers to design, develop, test, and maintain scalable software applications. You will gain practical experience across the software development lifecycle (SDLC), participate in code reviews, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to building high-quality software solutions. This role offers excellent learning opportunities in backend development, web technologies, APIs, databases, cloud fundamentals, and Agile development methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development

• Develop, test, and maintain software applications under the guidance of senior developers.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following coding standards and best practices.
• Assist in developing backend services, web applications, and APIs.
• Participate in debugging, troubleshooting, and resolving software defects.
• Support feature development, software enhancements, and application maintenance.

Collaboration

• Work closely with software engineers, QA teams, business analysts, and project managers.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Assist in code reviews and implement feedback from senior team members.
• Communicate project progress and technical challenges effectively.

Software Quality

• Perform unit testing and support integration testing activities.
• Ensure software quality through proper documentation and testing.
• Help improve application performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Follow secure coding standards and software engineering best practices.

Learning & Innovation

• Learn new programming languages, frameworks, and development tools.
• Participate in technical training sessions and knowledge-sharing activities.
• Research emerging technologies to improve software solutions.
• Contribute innovative ideas for product and process improvements.

Documentation

• Prepare technical documentation, code comments, and implementation notes.
• Maintain project documentation and development records.
• Support software deployment and release activities.

Required Skills

Programming Languages

• Java
• C++
• Python
• C#
• JavaScript (Basic Knowledge)

Web Technologies

• HTML5
• CSS3
• JavaScript
• REST APIs (Basic Understanding)

Software Development

• Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
• Data Structures & Algorithms
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Debugging & Troubleshooting
• Code Optimization

Database Knowledge

• MySQL
• PostgreSQL
• SQL Fundamentals

Development Tools

• Git
• GitHub
• Visual Studio Code
• IntelliJ IDEA / Eclipse (Preferred)

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration mindset.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced development environment.
• Strong attention to detail and logical thinking.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Spring Boot, .NET, or Node.js.
• Basic understanding of React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of Git version control workflows.
• Understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Exposure to software testing concepts.
• Internship or academic project experience is an advantage.

Education

Undergraduate

• B.Tech / BE in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Electronics, or related disciplines.
• BCA
• B.Sc. (Computer Science / Information Technology)

Postgraduate (Preferred)

• MCA
• M.Tech
• M.Sc. (Computer Science / IT)

Fresh graduates with strong academic projects, internships, coding competition experience, or open-source contributions are encouraged to apply.