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We are currently seeking a Junior Software Developer to join our established Client Digital Solutions team responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of software solutions across our UK and Netherlands services sector and our wider international clients.
This is a great opportunity to gain exposure to all aspects of the software development lifecycle process and gain experience by working as part of a team providing market-leading digital solutions to our clients and our client industries.
About you
You will be an experienced developer, working as part of a dedicated software development team, under the guidance of senior members on all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
You will have a strong willingness to learn and seek solutions and demonstrate exceptional problem-solving abilities. You will possess excellent communication and teamwork skills, and be able to collaborate effectively to achieve performance targets. Be adaptable, have a continuous learning mindset, attention to detail, and strong time management skills.
Your responsibilities
As a Junior Software Developer, you will be responsible for:
- Involvement in the development of new external software solutions.
- Supporting existing solutions and assisting in their maintenance and support.
- Providing additional application troubleshooting and support where necessary.
- Producing suitable end-user / technical documentation and guidance notes.
- Working closely with other developers and software testers to ensure a high level of quality to your development.
What we are looking for
Skills, knowledge, and experience
- Good knowledge of C# (.NET/.NET Framework).
- Enthusiastic towards creating reliable new software.
- Self-sufficient and initiative to solve problems.
- Experience with SQL.
- Experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Experience using source control.
Desirable
- Previous web-based development experience.
- Some experience in creating API endpoints.
- Some exposure to Azure DevOps (Work Items, Boards, Sprints, Repo, Pipelines).
- Exposure to a front-end development framework such as React or Angular.
- Eager to learn Cloud-based software development (Microsoft Azure).
- Exposure/use of Agile development approaches (Scrum / Kanban).
- Exposure to unit testing.
What’s in it for you?
A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.
We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their well-being.
A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number, you are part of the solution.
Why RPS?
We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them.
We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.
RPS, A Tetra Tech company
Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023, RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With 27,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services.
As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.
Diversity and inclusion
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Mindful that a truly inclusive organization must make appropriate use of talent on a global basis and without unnecessary barriers, we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion principles in all People processes in order to be as diverse as the communities and clients we work with, thereby securing, developing, and retaining the best available talent for the company’s future.
Our approach to diversity and inclusion
Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.
‘Stronger Together’ is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace: ‘We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’
