Junior Software Developer
The Junior Software Developer role at Confidential Client targets entry-level candidates including recent graduates and professionals seeking career switches or re-entry into tech. The position focuses on developing skills in Java, full stack development, Python, data science, and machine learning to prepare candidates for full-time roles with leading tech companies. This role emphasizes bridging the gap between academic knowledge and real-world job readiness through hands-on experience and up-to-date technical skills.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT Services & Staffing.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
- Join a full-time, entry-level software engineering team working on hands-on development tasks across web and data projects.
- Write, test, and maintain clear, well-documented code in Java and/or Python and contribute to front-end and back-end features on full‑stack projects.
- Collaborate with engineers, QA and product teams to deliver small-to-medium scope features and bug fixes.
- Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and continuous integration workflows.
- Assist with data handling tasks (basic ETL, SQL queries, validation) and support data-analysis or machine-learning proof-of-concept work when needed.
- Learn on the job through mentorship, technical training, and structured onboarding to grow toward mid-level responsibilities.
Compensation
- Estimated salary: $142,690 per year (estimated). Actual offer may vary based on experience and location.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or equivalent practical experience, OR demonstrable coding experience (projects, bootcamp, internships).
- Familiarity with at least one programming language used on the team (Java or Python).
- Understanding of basic CS fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, and common design patterns.
- Experience with version control (Git) and basic comfort using the command line.
- Good communication skills and a willingness to learn from mentors and peers.
- Right to work in the United States.
Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Skills
- Experience or coursework with web frameworks (Spring, Flask, Django, Express) or front-end libraries (React, Angular, Vue).
- Exposure to SQL and relational databases; familiarity with basic ETL concepts.
- Any internship, bootcamp or project work in full‑stack development, data engineering, or machine learning.
- Familiarity with unit testing, CI/CD pipelines, containers (Docker), and cloud basics.
- Demonstrated ability to work in small teams and accept technical feedback.
Who This Role Is For
- Recent graduates or career switchers who want structured on-the-job training and mentorship.
- Candidates with limited professional experience but solid project or academic work in software development, data engineering, or machine learning fundamentals.
- Professionals returning from a career gap who can demonstrate motivation and recent skill-building.
This role welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. If you meet many of the qualifications but not all, we encourage you to apply.
What You’ll Get
- Structured mentorship and training focused on real-world, employer‑expected skills.
- Hands-on experience across modern stacks (full‑stack Java/Python and data workflows).
- Exposure to client projects and potential placement opportunities through the client’s staffing network.
- A collaborative environment focused on growth, feedback, and measurable progression.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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