Junior Software Developer

Robert Half have partnered on a retained basis with TDi Software to recruit a Junior Software Developer following prior success building out their wider software development function.

TDi Software have been providing expert tachograph analysis and transport compliance solutions for over 30 years for both large and small clients in the haulage and logistics sectors.

They strive to remain at the forefront of innovation with their in house development team, to bring customers new products and software features to stay on top of the ever changing legislation of transport compliance.

With the help of their software, managing your fleet is easier than ever. With their dedicated friendly IT support team, customers can reach out to them whenever they need us for any training or to support their business needs.

Junior Software Developer - TDi Software

About the Role

Looking for a Junior Software Developer with a strong interest in web technologies and a willingness to learn. You'll be joining a collaborative team where mentorship and continuous learning are part of everyday life. This is a great opportunity for someone eager to build their skills, work on real-world projects, and grow within a supportive environment.

Required Skills and Experience

• Solid experience with PHP
• Familiarity with Symfony (strong examples of previous work with Symfony are welcome)
• Experience with SQL, PostgreSQL, and Doctrine/DQL
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively
• Clear communication skills - able to articulate technical challenges and solutions effectively
• Comfortable dealing with ambiguity and thinking abstractly
• A collaborative mindset - open to feedback and new ideas

Desirable

• A portfolio, GitHub repository, or examples of your work

What We're Looking For

As a Junior Software Developer, you'll be mentored by experienced team members, but also you're expected to be proactive in your learning. You're someone who's not afraid to ask questions and confirm assumptions early, rather than going too far down the wrong path. Enthusiasm, curiosity, and a strong desire to improve are traits we highly value.

You'll respect the knowledge and experience of the team around you and actively seek to learn from them, taking on continuous feedback and support as you grow in your role.

You understand that your work ultimately supports the businesses customers and colleagues. You're motivated to find practical, effective solutions to business problems using the tools at your disposal. You're keen to understand not just what you're building, but why it matters-and how it fits into the bigger picture.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Participating in code reviews and design discussions
• Collaborating with other developers, designers, and stakeholders
• Asking questions and seeking guidance when needed
• Taking ownership of your learning and development
• Embracing feedback and using it to improve
• Engaging in mentoring and coaching opportunities throughout your time at TDi Software

Salary/Logistics:

• £30,000-£35,000 per annum
• The role will be based on site to begin in Clay Cross, Chesterfield, S45 9HA although some hybrid working will be available once you are up to speed.

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