Junior Software Developer | Graduate Software Developer

Dynamic and progressive FTSE250 business seeks a Junior Software Developer | Graduate Software Developer to join their development team. This is a great opportunity to join a growing Agile development team to develop both modern and existing web and mobile applications using the latest technologies. The role would primarily use Microsoft products / tools such as Visual Studio, ASP.NET MVC / Web API, C#, MS SQL & IIS. Role: Junior Software Developer | Graduate Software Developer Salary: £20,000 to £25,000 plus package, to include: 24 days annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), share plans, company pension, private medical insurance, flexible benefits, free secure parking, funding for relevant qualifications, training and development Location: North Birmingham, West Midlands - commutable from Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, Coventry, Nuneaton, Dudley, Solihull, Tamworth, Lichfield, Wolverhampton, and surrounding areas. As the Junior Software Developer | Graduate Software Developer, you will be responsible for or involved in: Assist in the design, coding and testing of technical solutions Support and maintain existing web applications Produce documentation such as technical specifications, implementation plans and technical diagrams Follow common coding standards to ensure consistent code-base Work closely with other members of Agile teams to ensure successful deliverables on a regular basis Ensure high standards of code quality are met, utilising multiple testing techniques such as automated and functional Follow Extreme Programming practices such as pair programming, integration testing and code review Contribute to the department's ways of working by suggesting, and implementing, continuous improvement initiatives The technical competencies associated with the Junior Software Developer | Graduate Software Developer are as follows: Knowledge/ experience of ASP.NET MVC/ WEB API/ C# / Entity Framework (LINQ) is essential Knowledge/ experience of MS SQL, T-SQL, SSIS is required The following are desirable: HTML5, JavaScript & CSS3 Java, J2EE, JSP, JDBC, Struts, Tomcat, ANT Development of mobile applications using HTML5 (and / or) Xamarin. TDD / BDD approaches Knowledge or experience of Node.js , Angular.js, Bootstrap Awareness of Agile methodologies Junior Software Developer | Graduate Software Developer person profile: Strong communication skills, both verbal and written A professional demeanour Comfortable supporting and sharing knowledge with the team Innovative and self-motivated mind-set Logical and methodical approach to problem solving The business is ITIL focused adopting an Agile approach and ensures a collaborative work environment. The dress code is smart casual. Big Red are recruiting exclusively for this role, with interview dates reserved for March and early April. Please apply now by sending us your CV for immediate consideration. Keywords: Junior Developer, Graduate Developer, Developer, Application Developer, Bespoke Development, Software Developer, Trainee Developer, C# developer, HTML5 developer, JavaScript developer, CSS3 developer, Agile developer, Junior Software Developer, Graduate Software Developer