Graduate Software Developer

Innovative Technology are seeking a motivated Graduate Software Developer to join our dynamic team in Oldham, Greater Manchester.

About The Role

As a Graduate Software Developer, you will be instrumental in building, supporting, and enhancing a range of critical applications using Microsoft technologies alongside others like JavaScript and PHP. You'll be part of a collaborative team, contributing to the full software development lifecycle and ensuring the smooth operation of our systems worldwide.

Responsibilities of our Graduate Software Developer:

• Design, develop, and implement new features and updates to existing applications based on business requirements, utilizing Microsoft technologies
• Provide ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancements for our portfolio of bespoke C# applications, ensuring their stability, performance, and reliability
• Provide on-site technical support for our UK production environment and offer remote technical assistance to our international teams
• Respond effectively to software service desk requests and address production incidents with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Utilize source control systems such as TFS, Azure DevOps, and GIT for effective code management and collaboration
• Work closely with Business Analysts, fellow Software Developers, and the Software Testing team throughout the software development lifecycle, participating in regular stand-up meetings, sprint planning sessions, and code reviews
• Adhere to defined development processes, coding standards, and quality guidelines to produce robust, scalable, and maintainable software solutions
• Identify and communicate potential risks, blockers, and dependencies proactively to ensure smooth project delivery
• Foster a positive and respectful team environment, valuing the contributions of all colleagues
  
  

Required Skills and Experience we're looking for in our Graduate Software Developer:

• Solid full-stack development experience with Microsoft technologies
• Experience working with relational database systems, including MSSQL and MySQL (or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience with source control systems such as TFS, Azure DevOps, and GIT
• A strong understanding of software design patterns and established development standards
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering clear and productive interactions
  
  

Package & Perks you will receive as our Graduate Software Developer:

• A competitive salary
• Flexible working hours
• 32 days holiday, (including public Holidays) plus the opportunity to earn up to an extra 13 days holiday each year
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave & pay
• Enhanced Pension Contribution
• Healthcare Insurance (including dental)
• Wellbeing support
• Life Insurance
• Income Protection Insurance
• Educational Sponsorship
• Electric Car Scheme
• Free secure parking
• Onsite electric car charging points
• Staff car workshop
• Free onsite modern gym
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Informal dress code
• Paid breaks, with free hot premium drinks
  
  

Some of these benefits are subject to a qualifying period

We're innovative...

Trading for over 30 years here at Innovative Technology, where we now have offices on five continents and employ around 400 people, with over 170 based from our state-of-the-art R&D hub.

From self-service checkouts to arcade machines, we provide our retail, banking, kiosk, vending, gaming and amusement customers with products and services that help them securely accept automated payments, with our industry-leading technology keeping us at the forefront of our sector.

By being true to our values of Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Drive we’ve driven significant growth and won numerous domestic and international awards. We offer outstanding career opportunities and great benefits whilst being true to our values. You’ll find us on the edge of the Pennines and less than half an hour from central Manchester, with modern offices, free parking and excellent transport links.

What’s next?

If you are a graduate looking for an exciting opportunity in Software development, we want to hear from you. Tell us about yourself in our online application form!