Bright
Junior Software Engineer
BrightUnited Kingdom11 hours ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyEngineering, Information Technology
Department: Development

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Belfast

Description

At Bright, we create cutting-edge software for accounting, payroll, tax, and practice management, supported by a team of talented individuals who are passionate about making a difference. Together, we lead the industry with innovative solutions and unparalleled customer support.

We're all about creating opportunities for businesses to succeed—and for you to shine. Join us, and be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values your voice and contributions.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a talented Junior Software Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team at our fast-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company. As a Junior Engineer, you will work alongside experienced engineers to design, develop, and maintain innovative software solutions that empower our customers. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a collaborative environment where your contributions make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Delivery

  • Collaborate with senior engineers, technical leads, and product managers to design, code, test, and debug software applications that meet business requirements and customer needs
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirement analysis through to deployment, delivering high-quality features and improvements on schedule
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established coding standards and best practices
  • Conduct thorough unit testing and participate actively in code reviews to maintain code quality and identify opportunities for improvement

Problem Solving & Support

  • Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, performance issues, and technical challenges, ensuring the stability and reliability of our SaaS products
  • Provide second-line support for production issues, working with the team to implement effective solutions
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and addressing technical debt

Collaboration & Communication

  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including UX/UI designers, QA engineers, DevOps specialists, and product managers, to ensure seamless development and delivery of new features
  • Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and demos
  • Document your work comprehensively, including code comments, technical documentation, and knowledge-sharing materials to facilitate team collaboration

Growth & Innovation

  • Continuously enhance your skills and knowledge in software engineering, SaaS architecture, cloud technologies, and emerging industry trends through self-learning and company-provided training opportunities
  • Contribute innovative ideas and suggestions to improve existing products and propose new features that enhance the overall user experience
  • Stay informed about the latest technologies, frameworks, and best practices in SaaS development to help drive technical excellence

What We Are Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
  • 1-2 years of commercial software engineering experience, ideally within a SaaS environment
  • Strong proficiency in C# and .NET/ASP.NET Core, with demonstrable experience building web applications
  • Solid understanding of modern front-end technologies including JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3
  • Experience with at least one modern JavaScript framework (React, Angular, or Vue.js)
  • Working knowledge of relational databases (Microsoft SQL Server or MySQL) and proficiency in writing SQL queries
  • Understanding of software design patterns such as MVVM, MVC, and microservices architecture
  • Familiarity with SOLID principles and clean code practices
  • Knowledge of RESTful API design and development
  • Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows
  • Awareness of security best practices (OWASP) and web accessibility standards (WCAG)
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively within a team

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Blazor or WebAssembly
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure
  • Knowledge of containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Experience with automated testing frameworks and test-driven development (TDD)
  • Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Exposure to message queuing systems and event-driven architecture
  • Portfolio of personal projects or open-source contributions that demonstrate your technical abilities and passion for software development

Benefits

  • Annual performance bonus
  • 25 days annual leave
  • Company pension of up to 5% company contribution
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Hybrid Woking opportunities
  • Educational Assistance
  • Family Supportive
  • Free Parking
  • Company Events

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