Junior Software Engineer @ Haystack
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Overview
Kick-start your tech career with Haystack, a forward-thinking financial services company building cutting-edge digital products across the UK.
Role
As a Junior Software Engineer, you will join a collaborative, Agile team to build, maintain, and improve core applications. You will work on projects that directly impact the business, employing languages such as C#, PHP, SQL, and JavaScript with exposure to cloud technologies like Azure.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain software solutions in an Agile environment
- Collaborate with developers, analysts, and stakeholders
- Write clean, maintainable code and test thoroughly
- Analyse problems, estimate impact, and propose effective solutions
- Contribute to continuous improvement of tools and processes
About You
A recent Computer Science or related degree graduate with a strong foundation in object-oriented programming (C#, Java, PHP, ASP.NET, or C++), familiarity with SQL, and an interest in cloud technologies. You should be curious, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced, remote environment.
Why Apply
- Starting salary of £25,000 with post-probation increases
- 20% study time dedicated to personal development and certifications
- Fully remote role with ongoing training and mentorship
- Clear progression path with continuous investment in growth
- Discretionary bonus scheme, health plan, and funded industry exams
Key skills/competency
C#, PHP, SQL, JavaScript, Azure, Agile, object-oriented, teamwork, problem-solving, continuous improvement
How to Get Hired at Haystack
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Tailor experience to match Haystack's job skills.
- Research Haystack: Understand their financial services and digital products.
- Prepare for Agile: Highlight teamwork and collaboration in your experiences.
- Practice technical questions: Focus on object-oriented programming and cloud platforms.