Junior Software Engineer
THE NEXT CHAPTER STARTS WITH YOU
Junior Software Engineer
Start your software engineer career by helping build the technology behind the next chapter of Vanquis
We’ve invested significantly in modernising our technology landscape and strengthening our engineering capabilities. The opportunity now is to continue developing reliable, secure and maintainable solutions that support our customers, colleagues and business.
As a Junior Software Engineer, you’ll join our Solution Engineering function and develop your skills through structured learning, coaching and practical delivery experience. Working alongside experienced engineers, you’ll support the design, build, testing, deployment and ongoing support of software components, APIs, integrations and automation.
You’ll take ownership of clearly defined engineering tasks while building the technical knowledge, professional confidence and practical experience needed to progress towards a Software Engineer role
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How you’ll make an impact:
You’ll…
So that…
Develop and configure defined software components, APIs, integrations and automation, supported by experienced engineers.
You build practical engineering experience while contributing to live technology delivery.
Turn requirements and technical designs into maintainable solutions that follow agreed engineering, architecture and security standards.
Our solutions remain reliable, secure and easier to develop and support.
Complete development tasks, configuration changes, defect fixes and technical improvements.
Agreed changes are delivered effectively and to the expected standard.
Create unit tests, technical documentation, design notes, support information and runbooks.
Changes are clearly evidenced, understood and ready for ongoing support.
Take part in peer reviews, testing and defect investigation, applying feedback to your work.
Quality, readability and maintainability continually improve.
Support release preparation, deployment validation, smoke testing, monitoring and post-release checks.
Technology changes move into production in a controlled and reliable way.
Why this role matters:
Technology & Change is a strategic priority for Vanquis. As a Junior Software Engineer, you’ll contribute to the solutions, integrations and automation that support important business services and customer experiences.
You’ll work closely with Software Engineers, Senior Software Engineers, architects and the Software Engineering Manager. You’ll also collaborate with product owners, business analysts, test engineers, security, operations, data, release and supplier teams, giving you valuable exposure to the full technology-delivery lifecycle.
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while learning in a supportive engineering environment. As your knowledge, confidence and technical judgement grow, you’ll take on broader responsibilities and work with increasing independence.
Our engineering approach:
We believe in
What that means
Quality from the start
Testing, documentation and peer review are built into how we deliver
Secure by design
Customer and operational data is handled responsibly, with privacy, security and regulatory controls applied
Shared ownership
Engineers and delivery colleagues work together from requirements through to release and support
Continuous improvement
We identify defects, risks, recurring issues and opportunities to improve our technology
Continuous learning
Coaching, feedback, practical experience and structured learning help build long-term capability
Technology and engineering environment
Development and integration
Delivery and engineering practises
Salesforce configuration and development
Source control and version management
Objects, fields, relationships and security
Automated testing
Declarative automation, Apex and Lightning components
CI/CD and controlled environments
MuleSoft and API-led connectivity
Peer review and defect investigation
REST and SOAP services
Release governance and deployment validation
Data transformation, error handling and monitoring
Agile delivery and technical documentation
You do not need to be an expert in every area. This role is designed to help you develop practical knowledge and confidence through structured learning and hands-on experience.
Essential experience
We’re interested in your potential, curiosity and willingness to learn. You’ll need:
A genuine interest in software engineering, technology delivery, APIs, integration, Salesforce or MuleSoft.
Some practical exposure to software development, configuration, testing, debugging or technical problem-solving. This could come from an apprenticeship, placement, internship, academic work, personal projects or an early-career role.
The ability to follow technical guidance, established standards and defined designs.
A structured approach to investigating problems using information such as requirements, system behaviour, logs or test results.
Good organisation, with the ability to manage assigned tasks, maintain accurate information and communicate progress or blockers.
A collaborative and inclusive approach, with the confidence to ask questions and learn from feedback.
An understanding of the importance of confidentiality, secure data handling and responsible technology delivery.
Useful, but not essential
It would be helpful if you have:
Experience of Salesforce configuration, declarative automation, Apex or Lightning components.
An understanding of MuleSoft, APIs, REST or SOAP services, integration patterns or data transformation.
Awareness of source control, CI/CD, automated testing, deployment processes or environment management.
Completed practical labs, portfolio projects, Trailhead badges or other structured technology learning.
A Salesforce or MuleSoft foundation credential, or evidence that you are working towards one.
A degree, apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related subject.
Awareness of financial services, consumer lending, operational resilience, regulated technology delivery or risk and control frameworks.
Career development:
This role is designed to build the technical, delivery and professional capabilities needed to progress towards a Software Engineer position.
You’ll develop through structured learning, practical engineering work, coaching, peer review and relevant certification activity. As your capability grows, you’ll have opportunities to take ownership of more complex work, develop deeper technical judgement and operate with greater independence.
Why Vanquis?
Benefits & Culture
Learning & Wellbeing
🏆 Award-Winning EmployerGreat Place to Work Certified • Financial Times Best Employers 2025 & 2026 • Armed Forces Friendly Employer, Bronze
🎓 LinkedIn LearningAccess to learning resources to support your growth and development
🏠 Flexible Hybrid WorkingA balanced approach to office and home working
🙌 Two Volunteering DaysPaid time to support causes that matter to you
💜 Inclusive CultureA workplace where colleagues are supported, respected and encouraged to be themselves
👨👩👧 Enhanced Family LeaveSupporting colleagues through important life moments
💰 Up to 10% Pension ContributionHelping you plan and prepare for the future
🎂 Paid Birthday LeaveAn extra day off to celebrate you
🌴 25–30 Days Annual LeaveTime away to rest, reset and recharge
🚀 Career Development OpportunitiesSupport to build skills, grow your career and shape what comes next
Ready to shape what’s next?
If you’re looking for an opportunity to begin or continue your software engineering career, build experience across modern engineering technologies and learn from experienced colleagues, we’d love to hear from you.
You may not meet every point listed in the advert, and that’s okay. If you can demonstrate an interest in technology, practical learning and the potential to grow, we encourage you to apply.
The Next Chapter Starts With You.
Recruitment agency information
Our Talent Acquisition team manages all recruitment activity directly. We work with approved recruitment partners where additional support is required.
Unsolicited CVs submitted without prior agreement from Vanquis Talent Acquisition will be considered direct applications and no agency fees will be payable.