Junior Software Engineer

The role

You will work across the full stack including frontend UI, backend services, databases, and APIs in Python. You will deliver features, write tested code, and collaborate with product managers and engineers within an AI-first operating model.

What you will do

• Deliver small-to-medium features independently in React/Next.js and Python
• Write clean, tested code
• Participate actively in code reviews and design discussions
• Own bug resolution and act on QA feedback
• Work with AI agents to write clear specifications
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers
• Get involved across the full Software Development Lifecycle
• Build habits of ownership through consistent delivery

Required qualifications

• Some hands-on software engineering experience (internships, placements, personal/open-source projects, or up to ~2 years professional experience)
• Working knowledge of React.js or Next.js
• Solid foundation in Python
• Some exposure to databases (SQL or NoSQL)
• Comfortable being reviewed and iterating on feedback quickly
• Genuine attention to detail
• Curiosity about AI-assisted development and a willingness to learn spec-driven ways of working
• Confident asking for help and pushing for clarity

Nice to have

• Exposure to REST/GraphQL APIs
• Familiarity with Git/GitHub and PR-based workflows
• Some exposure to AWS or another cloud environment
• Experience writing or maintaining automated tests
• TypeScript experience
• Interest in AI-assisted coding tools
• Any exposure to Data Science / Data Engineering workflows

Benefits

• £1,000/year flexible benefits allowance for private medical insurance, dental cover, health cash plan, gym membership, extra holiday, or pension top-up
• Access to Wellhub membership
• 25 days' annual leave plus 8 UK bank holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday
• More holiday the longer you stay (26 days after 3 years, 27 after 6)
• Regular socials
• Free weekly snacks
• Lunch & Learn events
• Access to the wider Blenheim Chalcot community
• Opportunities to travel to India and North America offices
• Life assurance worth 4x your annual salary

About the company

Fospha is the measurement system enterprise retail and ecommerce brands run their business on. They provide marketing teams a daily view of performance across channels like websites, Amazon, and TikTok Shop.