Graduate Software Developer Blackpool 2024

We are looking for graduates interested in starting and developing a career in IT, you will learn how to develop code including C#, Java and Salesforce Apex code This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly experienced and supportive team.

What we offer

• 26 days holidays per year plus bank holidays with the option to buy 3 days with your Annual Flex Pot*
• Annual Flex Pot* to spend on benefits including additional pension, additional holidays, additional critical illness cover, additional life cover, cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership
• Health cash plan* (Access to claim back numerous benefits, including towards dental treatment, optical, chiropody, physiotherapy, counselling, health and wellbeing)
• Critical illness and income protection insurance*
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Access to an employee assistance programme and mental health first aiders
• Group Personal Pension (GPP)

*Applicable on completion of probationary period and subject to terms

Who are we

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is the leading voice of 5.5 million small businesses and the self-employed across the UK. Since 1974, we've supported people to start, run and grow their own business. With market-leading benefits, local support, financial expertise, networking events and more, we provide our members with all the tools they need to succeed in business. We’re also the UK’s leading business campaigner, focused on delivering change on issues that matter most. With teams across the UK, we work with governments and decision-makers to make real change happen.

The FSB are keen to hear from graduates interested in starting and developing a career in IT, you will learn how to develop code including C#, Java and Salesforce Apex code to name a few.

This is an excellent and exciting opportunity for graduates to join a highly experienced and supportive team. You will gain accredited training by market leaders such as Microsoft and Salesforce and enjoy the benefits and rewards of working with industry leading technologies in order to develop innovative solutions to drive the business forward. Developments in AI and SaaS technologies are leading the way in shaping FSB for the future, all while ensuring our solutions are secure, reliable and perform at scale.

Our graduate scheme follows a mentoring programme that teams graduates with Senior Developers, who are highly experienced in the industry, and will help guide you through your transition from a graduate to an experience developer yourself. We offer exposure to all aspects of the development lifecycle from requirements gathering to automated testing and deployment, all this coupled with training, support, excellent graduate pay and fantastic staff benefits.

What will you do

• Design and develop custom code, triggers, and controllers to implement business logic and automation.
• Create visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces using Visualforce pages and Lightning Web Components.
• Customize and configure Salesforce objects, fields, workflows, websites and process builder to meet business needs.
• Systems integration with third party products, using REST/SOAP APIs and other integration techniques.
• Write unit tests and conduct thorough testing to ensure the quality and reliability of developed solutions.
• Support ongoing maintenance, enhancements, and troubleshooting of existing applications.
• Stay updated on the latest technologies, best practices, and industry trends.
• Working with the CI/CD process for code promotion.
• Working with leading edge test automation platforms.
• An understanding of object-oriented programming concepts and web development principles.
• Familiarity with web technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable skills

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.

Who are FSB?

FSB is dedicated to helping small businesses survive through these difficult times, and we value our staff enough to provide highly competitive rates of pay, benefits, and internationally recognised qualifications. We believe your work life balance is important and we provide you with all the tools, skills and support to help our members every day, and help you develop your skills through teamwork and relationship building. We believe diversity is the key to success, and we encourage people from all walks of life and backgrounds to come and join us. Our inclusive environment allows all our employees to bring their whole selves to work.

How to apply

All applications to be received by 10 March 2024. Any applications received after this date will be held on file for a maximum of 6 months and reviewed if the first round of applicants are unsuccessful.

To apply for this role please email your CV and covering letter detailing how you meet the essential criteria to HR.Recruitment@fsb.org.uk.

Additional information

All applicants must be able to provide at interview stage their highest education certificates as listed on their CV and verification of their eligibility to work in the UK.

As an equal opportunities employer, FSB is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We believe there is a strong case for the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agenda and aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace, where all employees can bring their whole self to work. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply and join FSB. Candidates with a disability who require reasonable adjustments should contact the HR department at hr.recruitment@fsb.org.uk.

Applicants are advised to apply early. We reserve the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date if a high number of applications are received. If you are successful and short listed for interview you will be contacted by email.