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A 1st-year (Junior or Entry-Level) Software Developer focuses on writing clean, maintainable code, fixing bugs, and learning the team's existing codebase and development workflows under the guidance of senior engineers.
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Job Title: Junior Software Developer (Entry-Level / 1st Year)
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated Junior Software Developer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will assist in designing, coding, testing, and maintaining software applications. This position is ideal for a developer in their first year who is eager to learn modern development practices, collaborate with experienced engineers, and contribute to real-world products.
We are looking for a motivated Junior Software Developer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will assist in designing, coding, testing, and maintaining software applications. This position is ideal for a developer in their first year who is eager to learn modern development practices, collaborate with experienced engineers, and contribute to real-world products.
Key Responsibilities
- Code Development. Write clean, readable, and efficient code for new features and internal tools under senior guidance.
- Bug Fixing and Maintenance. Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve minor software defects and performance issues.
- Testing and Quality Assurance. Write unit and integration tests to verify that code meets quality and functional requirements.
- Code Reviews. Participate in peer code reviews to learn team standards and improve code maintainability.
- Team Collaboration. Attend daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and design discussions within an Agile environment.
- Documentation. Maintain clear technical documentation for code changes, APIs, and system configurations.
Required Qualifications
- Education or Training. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience from a coding bootcamp or self-study.
- Programming Fundamentals. Solid grasp of at least one modern programming language (such as Python, JavaScript, Java, or C#) and core data structures.
- Version Control. Basic proficiency with Git and collaborative workflows like pull requests and branching.
- Problem-Solving Skills. Ability to break down technical tasks, research solutions, and ask clear questions when blocked.
- Communication. Strong written and verbal communication skills for working in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)
- Web or Database Basics. Familiarity with HTML/CSS, REST APIs, or SQL databases.
- Project Portfolio. Internship experience, open-source contributions, or personal coding projects demonstrating practical application.
- Agile Familiarity. Exposure to issue-tracking tools such as Jira, Trello, or GitHub Issues.
