Junior Software Engineer (Python)

TL;DR

Junior Software Engineer (Python): Developing and maintaining Python applications, APIs, and data pipelines with an accent on cloud infrastructure and CI/CD. Focus on building Azure cloud services, managing infrastructure via Terraform, and implementing containerized deployments.

Location: Dundee, UK

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in expanding financial access and optimizing self-service availability for financial institutions and retailers.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain high-quality Python applications, APIs, and data pipelines.
• Build and configure Azure cloud services including Azure Functions, Data Factory, and Azure SQL.
• Write and maintain Terraform code to provision and manage cloud infrastructure.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and implement containerized deployments using Docker.
• Investigate and resolve software defects and prepare technical documentation.
• Collaborate with developers, data engineers, and QA within a sprint-based environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of Python programming.
• Understanding of software development principles, including version control, testing, and debugging.
• Familiarity with SQL and relational databases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

Nice to have

• Exposure to Microsoft Azure cloud platforms.
• Awareness of Infrastructure as Code concepts such as Terraform or ARM templates.
• Experience with Docker containerization.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Exposure to data engineering concepts (ETL/ELT) and data pipelines.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a large-scale corporate environment with a global reach.
• Mentorship and guidance from senior engineers to support professional growth.
• Equal-opportunity employer emphasizing diversity and inclusion.
• Exposure to industry best practices for security, observability, and data governance.