Graduate Backend Developer

Job Description

About Scrumconnect Consulting:

Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, and more to deliver innovative digital services that matter

Job Overview

We are looking for a motivated Graduate Backend Developer who is passionate about building scalable, reliable server-side applications. This role is ideal for recent graduates eager to apply their academic knowledge to real-world systems and grow their backend engineering skills in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities

Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining backend services and APIs

Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code

Work with databases to store, retrieve, and manage application data

Collaborate with frontend developers, QA, and product teams

Debug, test, and optimize backend performance

Participate in code reviews and team discussions

Learn and apply best practices in security, scalability, and performance Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Basic understanding of backend programming concepts

Familiarity with at least one backend language (Java, Python, Node.js, C#, or similar)

Knowledge of RESTful APIs

Understanding of databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)

Basic knowledge of data structures and algorithms

Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

Experience with frameworks like Spring Boot, Django, Express, or .NET

Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Familiarity with Git or other version control systems

Understanding of authentication and authorization concepts

Internship, academic project, or personal project experience

Diversity & Inclusion

At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.

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