Junior Software Engineer - Remote

4h ago

SECRO

RemoteFull-Time$67889.77-$90000

Job Overview

This listing is for a Junior Software Engineer - Remote position. Work is remote, and the arrangement is listed as full-time. For salary range, the listing states The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities. Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):. Skills mentioned in the listing include SQL databases, Python, Java, AWS and Artificial Intelligence. The listing is aimed at the following profile: 1 year. For general context: Artificial intelligence is increasingly part of everyday software products. Interested candidates can review the full details below and apply using the link provided on this page.

What These Requirements Mean in Practice

★ SQL databases: Working with tables, relationships and queries to store and retrieve structured data.
★ Python: Writing readable scripts and backend or data code using Python's standard library and common packages.
★ Java: Object-oriented development on the JVM; Spring Boot is commonly used to build web services.
★ AWS: Using cloud platform services for hosting, storage and databases instead of managing physical servers.
★ Artificial Intelligence: A general understanding of how AI systems learn from data, where they are useful, and where they can be unreliable.

Skills to Brush Up Before Applying

★ SQL databases: SELECT, JOIN and GROUP BY, primary and foreign keys, normalisation basics
★ Python: core data structures, functions and modules, virtual environments and pip
★ Java: object-oriented principles, collections and streams, Spring Boot basics
★ AWS: core compute and storage services, permissions and access control, basic deployment
★ Artificial Intelligence: supervised versus unsupervised learning, common real-world use cases, limitations and bias

Who May Be a Good Fit for This Role?

This role may be suitable for candidates who have some early professional or project experience and want to keep building their skills. Applicants with working knowledge of SQL databases, Python, Java, AWS and Artificial Intelligence may feel well prepared for what the listing describes. A remote arrangement may suit people who work well independently and communicate clearly in writing. This is editorial guidance only, and the employer makes the final decision on suitability.

Application Tips

Applicants may want to highlight relevant experience with SQL databases, Python, Java and AWS in their CV. If you have used AI tools or built small projects with language models, briefly describe what you built and how you checked the results. If you have limited work history, academic projects, personal builds, and open-source contributions can demonstrate practical ability. Since applications are sent by email, use a clear subject line that includes the role title and keep your message short, with your CV attached. Keep your CV to the point and tailor the summary to this role rather than sending a generic version. These are general tips, not requirements stated by the employer.

Prepare for Your Interview

These suggested questions can help you prepare for an interview by focusing on the skills, responsibilities, and technical areas relevant to this role. They are for preparation only and are not confirmed employer questions.
Q: What is the difference between INNER JOIN and LEFT JOIN, and when would you use each?
Q: How do decorators and generators work in Python?
Q: How does Spring Boot simplify building a REST service, and what does dependency injection do for you?
Q: Which cloud services have you used for hosting or storage, and how did you choose them?
Q: How would you explain the difference between traditional programming and machine learning to a non-technical person?
Q: How would you design tables and relationships for a simple job-board application?
Q: How do lists, tuples, sets, and dictionaries differ in Python, and when would you use each?
Q: Where could AI add value to a typical web application, and what risks should you plan for?
Q: How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?
Q: What are you hoping to learn in this role, and how have you prepared so far?

You Can Use This Email to Apply for This Job

To:: careers@serco-na.com
Subject:: Application: Junior Software Engineer - Remote

Hi, I am contacting you about the Junior Software Engineer - Remote role at SECRO. I would welcome a conversation about the role and how I could contribute to its priorities. I can share more about my background and approach in a conversation. Best regards,

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Junior Software Engineer - Remote

Job Overview

What These Requirements Mean in Practice

Skills to Brush Up Before Applying

Who May Be a Good Fit for This Role?

Application Tips

Prepare for Your Interview

You Can Use This Email to Apply for This Job

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