Junior Software Engineer
Company: Haystack
Location: Location not specified (Remote)
Type: Full-time
Level: Junior
Remote: Yes
Posted: 2026-02-27
About this role
Graduate Software Developer | Remote | £25,000 - £30,000
We're working with a leading innovator in fintech and financial services on this exciting opportunity.
Are you a high-achieving graduate ready to launch your career with a team that actually invests in your growth? This is a rare chance for a top-tier Computer Science talent to join an Agile engineering squad, working remotely across the UK to build mission-critical solutions using a modern stack including C#, PHP, and Azure.
The Role
• Join a high-performing Agile team to build and scale web-based financial solutions.
• Bridge the gap between languages by working across C#, PHP, and jQuery frameworks.
• Develop robust backend logic using SQL Server, focusing on high-performance database queries.
• Collaborate on cloud-native architecture initiatives within an Azure environment.
• Participate in 20% dedicated "training time" to earn industry-recognised certifications and master new tech.
What You'll Need
• A First-Class Honours Degree (1st) in Computer Science from a top-tier university.
• A genuine passion for Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) with academic or project experience in C#, Java, PHP, or C++.
• Strong foundational knowledge of relational databases and SQL (SQL Server or MySQL).
• Familiarity with Cloud Computing concepts, ideally involving Azure or AWS.
• Excellent communication skills and the self-discipline to thrive in a 100% remote collaborative environment.
• Immediate availability to start (this role is not open to 2026 graduates or those requiring visa sponsorship).
What's On Offer
• Competitive £25k starting salary with structured pay rises following your probation period.
• 100% Remote working flexibility from anywhere in the UK with all home-office equipment provided.
• Exceptional perks including a performance bonus, health plan, and regular tech meetups.
• 20% of your work week purely dedicated to your professional development and training.
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