Junior Software Engineer

at  ITV Jobs

AS A JUNIOR ENGINEER YOU WILL LEARN TO:

• Engineer software in the Python programming language to a high standard.
• Use software architecture techniques to visualise and comprehend software application environments.
• Create logical and maintainable code.
• Test code and analyse results to correct errors found.
• Conduct a range of tests, such as Integration, System, User Acceptance, Non-Functional, Performance and Security testing.
• Apply cloud based architecture standards using the ITV Common Platform on AWS Cloud infrastructure.
• Follow Agile software engineering project and workstream delivery management techniques.
• Use pair programming techniques for coding in a team and knowledge sharing.
• Use Github, Jenkins and other repository or pipeline management solutions.
• Contribute to the definition and sizing of tasks for initiatives entering the team.
• Support and translate the operational needs of the content delivery and ops teams into efficient, practical solutions and processes

Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)

• Analytical mindset, able to demonstrate logical reasoning and a structured approach to problem solving.
• Passion for technology or engineering with the ability to demonstrate it through your study, personal projects or work.
• Experience as a software developer in a production environment in any language (Python preferred)
• An appreciation of the importance of developing maintainable code.
• Ability to listen and take direction from others.
• Ability to work from your own initiative and as a part of a team, motivated for continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
• Strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Rigorous approach with attention to detail.

Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)

• Awareness of system design, with the desire to understand how your work integrates within a larger system.
• Awareness of Agile processes and structures and the value they bring to product and software development.
• Experience with version control and CI/CD (e.g. Git, Github, Jenkins or other build and deployment tooling).
• Experience with cloud infrastructure and Infrastructure as Code (Amazon Web Services preferred).
• Understanding of testing techniques and strategies.
• Experience of working with SDVI Rally or any other media supply chain orchestrators.
• Experience of media or broadcast related workflow systems or services.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and intelligent junior software engineer to join our experienced software engineering function in CST. This is a fantastic opportunity to help us build out our M&E pipeline by integrating with SDVI Rally.
To ensure success as a Junior Software Engineer, you should have an analytical mindset, demonstrate a logical approach to problem solving and have an understanding of the software development lifecycle. You will be expected to learn quickly through a combination of structured training, mentoring and other resources.