Junior Software Engineer

Junior Software Engineer

Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 7XY 
Permanent, 37 hours per week, (Mon- Fri)
Competitive salary plus benefits

Serco have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Software Engineer to become part of our experienced software engineering team, to support our development and support contracts for equipment we provide to our customers across the UK and Europe.

As the Junior Software Engineer, you will report directly to the Software Lead, but on a day-to-day basis will also take direction on the priority of tasks/activities from Programme Managers and Lead Engineers in the business.

We are seeking a self-motivated and dedicated individual with a strong drive to succeed and a passion for personal and professional growth.

Main accountabilities:

• Assist senior engineers in developing, maintaining, and improving software applications. Including writing code, debugging, testing, and collaborating with the team to ensure high-quality software is delivered on time. 
• Contribute to the development process by documenting functionalities and participating in code reviews.  Staying up to date with industry trends.

What you’ll need to do the role:

• Proficiency in, and a good understanding of, at least one programming language, understanding of data structures and algorithms, and familiarity with version control systems. Training will be provided on the job.
• Good problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Applicants will be required to undergo security clearance vetting, if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level.  Serco will organise the clearance checks. 

Desirable 

• Previous experience of defence and/or aircraft systems development, with their associated documentation and controls, would be advantageous.

What we offer:

• Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews.
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
• ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.
• Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
• Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.

To discover more about our careers in Defence, meet our team, and to find out more about what we offer, please follow this Link. We’re also a signatory of the UK Governments Women in Defence Charter, to find out more please click here.

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens, we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment. 

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. 

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