Junior Software Engineer

THE NEXT CHAPTER STARTS WITH YOUJunior Software Engineer Start your software engineer career by helping build the technology behind the next chapter of Vanquis Weve invested significantly in modernising our technology landscape and strengthening our engineering capabilities. The opportunity now is to continue developing reliable secure and maintainable solutions that support our customers colleagues and a Junior Software Engineer youll join our Solution Engineering function and develop your skills through structured learning coaching and practical delivery experience. Working alongside experienced engineers youll support the design build testing deployment and ongoing support of software components APIs integrations and take ownership of clearly defined engineering tasks while building the technical knowledge professional confidence and practical experience needed to progress towards a Software Engineer roleTheres More to the StoryThis role is just one part of a much bigger transformation. Explore our Technology & Change careers page to meet the teams discover our technology journey and see how you can help shape whats Technology & Change at Vanquis: Technology careers at Vanquis VanquisHow youll make an impact: Youll So thatDevelop and configure defined software components APIs integrations and automation supported by experienced build practical engineering experience while contributing to live technology requirements and technical designs into maintainable solutions that follow agreed engineering architecture and security solutions remain reliable secure and easier to develop and development tasks configuration changes defect fixes and technical changes are delivered effectively and to the expected unit tests technical documentation design notes support information and are clearly evidenced understood and ready for ongoing part in peer reviews testing and defect investigation applying feedback to your readability and maintainability continually release preparation deployment validation smoke testing monitoring and post-release changes move into production in a controlled and reliable this role matters:Technology & Change is a strategic priority for Vanquis. As a Junior Software Engineer youll contribute to the solutions integrations and automation that support important business services and customer work closely with Software Engineers Senior Software Engineers architects and the Software Engineering Manager. Youll also collaborate with product owners business analysts test engineers security operations data release and supplier teams giving you valuable exposure to the full technology-delivery lifecycle. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while learning in a supportive engineering environment. As your knowledge confidence and technical judgement grow youll take on broader responsibilities and work with increasing engineering approach:We believe inWhat that meansQuality from the startTesting documentation and peer review are built into how we deliverSecure by designCustomer and operational data is handled responsibly with privacy security and regulatory controls appliedShared ownershipEngineers and delivery colleagues work together from requirements through to release and supportContinuous improvementWe identify defects risks recurring issues and opportunities to improve our technologyContinuous learningCoaching feedback practical experience and structured learning help build long-term capabilityTechnology and engineering environmentDevelopment and integration Delivery and engineering practisesSalesforce configuration and developmentSource control and version managementObjects fields relationships and securityAutomated testingDeclarative automation Apex and Lightning componentsCI/CD and controlled environmentsMuleSoft and API-led connectivityPeer review and defect investigationREST and SOAP servicesRelease governance and deployment validationData transformation error handling and monitoringAgile delivery and technical documentationYou do not need to be an expert in every area. This role is designed to help you develop practical knowledge and confidence through structured learning and hands-on experienceWere interested in your potential curiosity and willingness to learn. Youll need:A genuine interest in software engineering technology delivery APIs integration Salesforce or practical exposure to software development configuration testing debugging or technical problem-solving. This could come from an apprenticeship placement internship academic work personal projects or an early-career ability to follow technical guidance established standards and defined designs.A structured approach to investigating problems using information such as requirements system behaviour logs or test organisation with the ability to manage assigned tasks maintain accurate information and communicate progress or blockers.A collaborative and inclusive approach with the confidence to ask questions and learn from understanding of the importance of confidentiality secure data handling and responsible technology but not essentialIt would be helpful if you have:Experience of Salesforce configuration declarative automation Apex or Lightning understanding of MuleSoft APIs REST or SOAP services integration patterns or data of source control CI/CD automated testing deployment processes or environment practical labs portfolio projects Trailhead badges or other structured technology learning.A Salesforce or MuleSoft foundation credential or evidence that you are working towards one.A degree apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related of financial services consumer lending operational resilience regulated technology delivery or risk and control development:This role is designed to build the technical delivery and professional capabilities needed to progress towards a Software Engineer develop through structured learning practical engineering work coaching peer review and relevant certification activity. As your capability grows youll have opportunities to take ownership of more complex work develop deeper technical judgement and operate with greater VanquisBenefits & CultureLearning & Wellbeing Award-Winning EmployerGreat Place to Work Certified Financial Times Best Employers 2025 & 2026 Armed Forces Friendly Employer Bronze LinkedIn LearningAccess to learning resources to support your growth and development Flexible Hybrid WorkingA balanced approach to office and home working Two Volunteering DaysPaid time to support causes that matter to you Inclusive CultureA workplace where colleagues are supported respected and encouraged to be themselves Enhanced Family LeaveSupporting colleagues through important life moments Up to 10% Pension ContributionHelping you plan and prepare for the future Paid Birthday LeaveAn extra day off to celebrate you 2530 Days Annual LeaveTime away to rest reset and recharge Career Development OpportunitiesSupport to build skills grow your career and shape what comes nextReady to shapewhatsnextIf youre looking for an opportunity to begin or continue your software engineering career build experience across modern engineering technologies and learn from experienced colleagues wed love to hear from may not meet every point listed in the advert and thats okay. If you can demonstrate an interest in technology practical learning and the potential to grow we encourage you to Next Chapter agency informationOur Talent Acquisition team manages all recruitment activity directly. We work with approved recruitment partners whereadditionalsupport is CVssubmittedwithout prior agreement from Vanquis Talent Acquisition will be considered direct applications and no agency fees will be payable.