> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4612142-junior-software-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4612142-junior-software-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Junior Software Engineer

- **Company:** Octagon Group
- **Location:** Fareham, United Kingdom
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** £33,000 - £38,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Algorithm Design, Data Analysis, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Firmware, Revision Control Systems, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Software Engineering, Subversion, Git, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cv-library.co.uk/job/225811161/Junior-Software-Engineer

## About the Role

We are looking for someone with 0-1 years of relevant experience, ideally with a degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline.

You will ideally have:

 * Good programming fundamentals, particularly in C.
 * An interest in embedded systems, electronics and software development.
 * A logical approach to problem-solving and debugging.
 * Familiarity with Python, MATLAB or similar languages.
 * Good communication skills and a willingness to learn.
 * Some placement or postgraduate engineering experience.

Desirable Experience - Junior Software Engineer - Fareham

 * Digital signal processing (DSP) or image processing.
 * Git, SVN or other version control tools.
 * Agile software development and testing practices.

Interested? If you're a graduate or junior engineer looking to start your career in embedded software and advanced technology, we'd love to hear from you.

## Description

This is a great opportunity for a graduate or early-career engineer to develop their skills in embedded software, firmware and algorithm development, working alongside experienced engineers.

The Role - Junior Software Engineer - Fareham

 * Develop and debug embedded C firmware for microcontrollers.
 * Support capacitive sensing algorithm development.
 * Use Python for modelling, simulation and data analysis.
 * Design, test and optimise algorithms for interpreting user input.
 * Investigate software and hardware performance issues.
 * Work alongside software, hardware and applications engineering teams.
 * Support new feature development based on customer requirements.