Associate Software Enginer

Role Description The Associate Software Engineer will support the development and maintenance of software tools and web-based systems that enable Young Water Professionals UK to manage events, resources, and communication channels. This part-time, remote role involves implementing back-end features, writing clean and maintainable code, and contributing to system design and improvement. Day-to-day tasks include building and testing software components, integrating databases and APIs, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with team members to refine requirements. The Associate Software Engineer will also help document technical processes and support continuous improvement of digital platforms used by the YWP UK community.
Qualifications
Strong foundation in Computer Science, including core concepts such as data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles.
Experience or training in Software Development and Programming, with the ability to write, test, and debug code in one or more modern programming languages.
Knowledge of Back-End Web Development, including server-side frameworks, databases, and API integration.
Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles and their application in designing modular, maintainable systems.
Effective problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to learn new technologies quickly.
Comfort working independently in a remote environment and collaborating with a distributed team using online communication tools.
Interest in the water sector or environmental technologies; prior exposure to data or systems related to infrastructure or sustainability is an advantage.
Relevant academic background or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.

Work arrangement
Yes