Junior Software Developer

Mabus Agency; Tupelo, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mabus Agency in Tupelo, MS is seeking a Junior Software Developer to support our development team across client websites and internal software products. You’ll start with day-to-day tasks and learn our processes.

As you gain experience, you’ll take on larger responsibilities, collaborate with designers and project managers, and help improve our codebases with new features and tests.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HTML5 and CSS3 required.
• Basic understanding of asynchronous web requests (AJAX or fetch).
• Understanding of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar).
• Experience working with JSON, XML, and CSV data formats.
• Basic understanding of responsive web development.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn our processes and methodologies, accept constructive feedback, and grow as a developer.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, MIS, Web Development, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior developers with ongoing client website projects and the development of software applications.
• Test and assist with debugging issues across multiple projects.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, project notes, and development documentation as needed.
• Collaborate with developers, designers, and project managers to complete tasks.
• Participate in code reviews and expand technical knowledge.
• Learn and follow established processes, methodologies, coding standards, and best practices.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

AJAX / fetch

Relational databases

JSON / XML / CSV

Responsive web development

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, MIS, Web Development, or related field

Tools

Git

Job description

As a Junior Software Developer, you’ll support our development team across a variety of projects. Initially, you’ll assist with day-to-day development tasks while learning our processes and methodologies. As your experience grows, you’ll gradually take on larger responsibilities and contribute to both client websites and our internal software products.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist senior developers with ongoing client website projects and the development of our software applications.
• Test and assist with debugging issues across multiple projects.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, project notes, and development documentation as needed.
• Collaborate with developers, designers, and project managers to complete assigned tasks.
• Participate in code reviews and continuously expand your technical knowledge.
• Learn and follow our established processes, methodologies, coding standards, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who has a solid technical foundation, takes pride in producing quality work, and is eager to learn from experienced developers. The ideal candidate is professional, technically minded, and understands that growth comes from collaboration, feedback, and continually refining their skills.

Required experience:

• Working knowledge of HTML5 and CSS3.
• Basic understanding of asynchronous web requests (such as AJAX or fetch()).
• Understanding of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar).
• Experience working with text-based data formats such as JSON, XML, and CSV.
• Basic understanding of responsive web development.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A willingness to learn our processes and methodologies, accept constructive feedback, and continually grow as a developer.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, Web Development, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent technical training, certifications, or demonstrated development experience may be considered in place of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in any of the following is a plus:

• Website design and UI/UX fundamentals.
  • Applicants who indicate website design experience should include a portfolio showcasing recent work.
• Experience with Git or other version control systems.

What Success Looks Like

During your first several months, you’ll:

• Learn our processes, methodologies, and coding standards.
• Support senior developers on both software applications and website projects.
• Become comfortable working within our existing codebases.
• Take ownership of smaller development tasks while receiving mentorship and feedback.
• Build the confidence and experience needed to contribute to increasingly complex projects over time.

Who You Are

We’re looking for someone with both the technical aptitude and the mindset to grow into an exceptional developer.

You are:

• Curious and eager to learn.
• Technically minded with a passion for solving problems.
• Comfortable asking questions and accepting constructive feedback.
• Detail-oriented and committed to producing quality work.
• Reliable, accountable, and professional.
• Excited about working in a collaborative startup environment where you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your career.

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside experienced developers who are invested in your growth.
• Gain experience building both commercial websites and software applications.
• Learn modern development practices through real-world projects.
• Grow into increased responsibility as your skills develop.
• Be part of a growing company where your contributions directly influence our products and success.