Torchbox
Torchbox, Unit 9 Southill Business Park
Charlbury
OX7 3EW
recruitment@torchbox.com
We’re looking for someone UK based, who is keen to progress their career as a junior software developer. As part of the Torchbox Academy, you will have the opportunity to expand your skills and knowledge while working on live technical solutions for leading charities and NGO’s.
You’ll be working as part of the software development department, learning from the team and working on web-based software applications using Python and Django
Junior Developer - Torchbox Academy
A bit about Torchbox
We’re the digital marketing specialists for many of the biggest charities in the UK; we build digital products for international NGOs, governments and universities; and we created Wagtail CMS, used by Google, NASA, the NHS and thousands more. Our team of 120+ people is UK-focused but with a significant presence in Manila and a network of remote staff all working together to drive real change for society and the planet.
We are employee-owned, which means 100% of our business is owned by our employees (we call ourselves co-owners). We share everything from our financial performance and profit to decisions about the appropriateness of future clients. Everyone is included, everyone has a voice, and everyone belongs.
We’re looking for an aspiring Junior Developer to join the Torchbox Academy!
We’re looking for someone UK based, who is keen to progress their career as a junior software developer. As part of the Torchbox Academy you will have the opportunity to expand your skills and knowledge while working on live technical solutions for leading charities and NGO’s.
You’ll be working as part of the software development department, learning from the team and working on web-based software applications using Python and Django.
It’s a lovely supportive team where everyone is excited about the opportunities this academy programme can offer to a passionate junior developer.
The Academy Day will be hosted at our Bristol office on Colston Street. The full-time role can be in the office, or a hybrid of remote and office based and for this role we would like you to come into one of our offices 2 times a week.
Skills we’re looking for:
Essential
An interest in working with not-for-profits and doing good via your work.
As a minimum, a sound basic knowledge of Python programming and the core fundamentals of software engineering.
You’ll be comfortable demonstrating your experience with an object oriented programming language, preferably Python.
Solid HTML / CSS / JavaScript.
A basic understanding of relational databases.
Desirable:
Knowledge of Django, Wagtail, HTML5, React or another Javascript framework.
Knowledge of mobile web apps, PostgreSQL, Git Docker, CI, Unit testing.
We would love to see any of your published thoughts or work in the form of a current blog or Github profile.
What we offer.
Become a co-owner of Torchbox, shape and share in our success
Work with awesome clients doing awesome work
Competitive salary + annual review + bonuses
Training and conference budget to discover new ideas
Fully remote, hybrid, office full-time, whatever works for you
Paid time off to volunteer for causes that matter to you
Health schemes and access to mental health support
Ethical pension scheme, with a 5% contribution from Torchbox
Electric car salary sacrifice scheme (UK only)
Wellness programme and cycle-to-work scheme, alongside other lovely things that are good for you and the environment
Some pretty epic socials (virtual and in-person), bi-weekly veggie team lunch (in Bristol or Charlbury) and a bunch of other cool stuff we’d love to tell you about
27 days holiday, plus public holidays
The money bit
We always promise to be transparent by including our salaries on our job adverts.
* * This is made up of a base salary 29,160 and a profit share £8100 of which £3,600 is tax free! The profit share is prorated and paid quarterly . The profit share can be higher or lower based on company performance.
Application Process
For this role we aren’t asking for a covering letter or a CV, we would like you to answer some questions about you and also some competency based questions. If you need any help completing the application form then please email recruitment@torchbox.com or if you would prefer to apply by phone then give us a call on +44 (0) 1608 811 870
The closing date for this role is Monday 24th April 2023. The academy day will be held on Tuesday 6th June in our Bristol office.
Everyone is welcome
If you need help or have questions - give us a shout - recruitment@torchbox.com +44 (0) 1608 811 870
But, no agencies, please.
