Junior Software Developer (Web & Mobile)

About the Role

Dairymaster is seeking a Junior Software Developer to join their team at the global headquarters located in Causeway, Tralee, Co. Kerry, Ireland. This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity for early career developers to gain comprehensive hands-on experience with the entire technology ecosystem in a supportive environment that emphasizes code quality, regular refactoring, and minimizing technical debt.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with senior engineers to build expertise across the full software stack.
• Develop responsive, modern web user interfaces using technologies such as TypeScript, Angular or React, Node.js, and NPM to translate business requirements into functional components and manage application state effectively.
• Write maintainable and scalable backend services employing Dependency Injection and Inversion of Control patterns using C# (.NET Core), Java, or Kotlin, with data management involving MySQL and AWS infrastructure.
• Develop native mobile applications using Swift and SwiftUI, handling app lifecycle and package management through SwiftPM, while exploring Core frameworks such as UIKit and Core Data.
• Adapt flexibly between backend logic, frontend development, and mobile application challenges within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment.

Candidate Requirements

• Recent graduate or entry-level developer with a sound understanding of Computer Science fundamentals.
• Experience working with source control using Git.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Ability to read or comprehend legacy Objective-C code.
• Prior exposure to Android and Java development environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills with swift learning capacity for new concepts.
• Good command of Object-Oriented Programming principles and software design patterns.
• Clear communication skills for articulating technical issues and navigating challenges independently.
• Desire and ability to switch effectively between backend, frontend, and mobile development tasks.

Additional Information

Submission of a portfolio showcasing work (online or digital copy) is desired. Dairymaster offers competitive remuneration for suitable candidates. Applications including a CV and cover letter explaining suitability should be sent to the recruitment email, referencing the job title in the subject line.

Application deadline: Tuesday 30th June at 5 pm.