Junior Software & Systems Engineer

Junior Software & Systems Engineer Kick-start your career in software engineering with WorkNest Secure. Build SaaS applications, support cloud infrastructure, and develop your skills in a fast-growing cybersecurity environment. WorkNest Secure is looking for a motivated and ambitious Junior Software & Systems Engineer to join our growing Development team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the start of their software engineering career who wants to gain hands-on experience across software development, cloud-based SaaS platforms, infrastructure, and technical support within a dynamic cybersecurity environment. You'll work alongside experienced developers and infrastructure specialists, contributing to the development of our products while helping to maintain the systems and services that support our customers. This role offers exposure to backend development, DevOps practices, cloud technologies, and cybersecurity-focused solutions. We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about technology, eager to learn, and keen to develop their skills in software engineering and systems administration. Key Responsibilities: Software Development: Develop, maintain, and enhance scalable SaaS applications, APIs, and backend services using Python and PHP. Contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of new product features and enhancements. Collaborate with the Product Owner and DevOps Engineer to deliver high-quality software solutions. Participate in Agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and code reviews. Support the implementation of logging, monitoring, and observability tools across applications and services. Systems & Infrastructure: Assist in maintaining and improving the SecureGateway infrastructure, ensuring performance, security, reliability, and scalability. Support cloud-based systems and services, contributing to infrastructure improvements and automation initiatives. Assist with system monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation activities. Technical & IT Support Provide technical support to customers and internal teams, diagnosing and resolving software, hardware, and system-related issues. Assist with IT support activities, including device setup, software installation, networking, and user support. Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement effective resolutions. Collaboration & Engagement: Work closely with colleagues across Development, Product, and Operations teams to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions. Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Contribute ideas and recommendations to improve products, processes, and customer experience. Essential Skills & Experience: Experience with Python and PHP through professional experience, internships, academic projects, or personal development projects. Familiarity with Linux-based operating systems and environments. Basic understanding of web technologies and RESTful API design principles. Knowledge of relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to troubleshooting. Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new technologies and tools. Desirable Skills: Exposure to cloud platforms and SaaS environments. Understanding of DevOps concepts, CI/CD pipelines, or infrastructure management. Awareness of cybersecurity principles and best practices. Experience using version control systems such as Git. What we offer: Hands-on experience across software development, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity technologies. Mentoring and support from experienced engineers. Opportunities for professional growth and technical development. Exposure to modern development practices and technologies. A collaborative and supportive working environment. Location & Eligibility: This is a hybrid role requiring regular attendance at our office. Applicants must: Be based in the UK. Have the legal right to work in the UK. Note that WorkNest Secure is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Benefits 25 days annual leave + birthday leave Company pension (UK) Subsidised gym membership Employee benefits platform Frequent team events Private healthcare (individual cover) Learning Allowance Benefit – £100 per annum towards personal development Flexible working policy This is an exciting opportunity to develop your technical skills within a growing cybersecurity business, working alongside experienced professionals on innovative products and services. If you're ready to build your career in software and systems engineering, we encourage you to apply. Department Platform Engineering Locations Leeds Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time Leeds Our Work Culture At WorkNest, we recognise the importance of having an engaged, healthy, diverse and inclusive culture. This is not only the right thing to do - it also strengthens our business. We believe a talent-driven organisation must also be a diverse one. We are committed to creating a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion across everything we do: how we serve our clients, develop our products and services, and support our colleagues. Effective people management and engagement are integral to our business, both in terms of what we do and how we do it. As part of this commitment, WorkNest and Axiom have signed up to the UN Sustainable Development Goals on Gender Equality (Goal 5) and Decent Work and Economic Growth (Goal 8). We report annually to our Board and investors on our progress. About Worknest Secure The WorkNest group brings together 15+ specialist organisations, each with decades of experience supporting organisations worldwide with risk and compliance solutions. Our WorkNest Secure suite brings together leading cyber security and compliance expertise to help organisations stay protected, resilient, and one step ahead of emerging threats.