Junior Enterprise Systems Developer  

Job Overview:

The Junior Enterprise Systems Developer supports the development, enhancement, and maintenance of Inquirer’s internal enterprise systems. This role assists in building and improving business applications that support operational workflows, working under the guidance of senior developers and in collaboration with analysts, QA, and stakeholders. The position is ideal for developers who are building strong foundations in enterprise application development, secure coding, and structured delivery.

Key Responsibilities

1. Systems Development
   1. Assists in developing and maintaining internal enterprise applications using Python and Laravel frameworks.
   2. Implement assigned backend logic, basic front-end components, and system integrations under supervision.
   3. Follow established coding standards to produce clean, modular, and well-documented code.
      
2. Ticketing and Technical Support
   1. Address system-related tickets assigned through the IT Ticketing System, including minor bugs, enhancements, and user requests.
   2. Escalate complex issues appropriately and collaborate with senior developers during troubleshooting and resolution.
      
3. Code Review and Collaboration
   1. Participate in peer code reviews and apply feedback from senior developers.
   2. Work closely with system analysts, QA analysts, and team members to support timely and functional deliverables.
      
4. UI/UX and Feature Implementation
   1. Translate user requirements and wireframes into responsive, user-friendly interfaces.
   2. Work with the QA and Ui/Ux teams to validate functionality and user experience.
      
5. Documentation and Version Control
   1. Assist in maintaining technical documentation, including basic process flows, module descriptions, and release notes.
   2. Use version control tools (Git) to manage codebase and track changes.
      
6. Quality and Testing
   1. Collaborate with the QA Analyst during test cycles to ensure that releases meet quality and functional standards.
   2. Conduct basic unit testing and assist in resolving identified bugs.
      
7. Process Improvement and Innovation
   1. Identify opportunities to improve existing systems or automate repetitive tasks and raise recommendations to senior developers.
   2. Stay updated with the latest technologies and best practices relevant to enterprise software development.
      
8. Performs other related tasks that may be assigned.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or a related field.
• Nice to have: Relevant training or coursework in backend development, full stack development, or software engineering fundamentals.

Work Experience

1. At least 2-3 years of experience in software or enterprise systems development.
2. Experience in developing internal tools, workflows, or enterprise business applications is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

1. Working knowledge of Python and PHP using the Laravel framework.
2. Basic understanding of database design (MySQL, PostgreSQL), API integration, and secure coding practices.
3. Familiarity with Git, code repositories, and modern development workflows.
4. Experience using IT Ticketing Systems to resolve assigned support and development tasks.
5. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
6. Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute to a fast-paced development environment.