SOFTWARE ENGINEER

The Agena Group was formed in 2019 as a UK based multi-disciplinary company. We specialise in parking and software solutions. Our mission is to disrupt industry norms, to innovate, and to provide professional, ethical, customer-focused services. We’re working hard to raise standards within the parking industry, and to promote regulatory compliance. We invest heavily in our people to provide them with opportunities for growth and development, with dedicated programmes designed to help our employees fulfil their true potential. Agena takes pride in the quality of solutions that we provide, the expert knowledge of our staff and the strong partnerships we have with our customers. We’re here to help you think differently about parking. Why not join us? Software Engineer Location: Stafford Salary: £32,000 - £37,000 per annum depending on industry experience We are seeking an innovative Software Engineer to join our growing team in Stafford. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are ready to take ownership of your tasks, we want to hear from you! This role offers the opportunity to enhance your skills, learn from experienced colleagues, and make a real impact on our projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Write clean, efficient code in two or more server-side programming languages, such as Java or Python . Work with Cloud and serverless architectures (AWS, Lambda, containers). Design, develop, and manage relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL . Utilize Git or other modern version control systems. Implement best practices, code standards, test-driven development, and participate in code reviews. Required Skills and Experience 2+ years' experience in software development. Proficiency in Java or Python , with exposure to Cloud services and serverless technology. Hands-on experience with MySQL or PostgreSQL . Familiarity with tools such as Git , Bitbucket , JIRA , and Confluence . Strong understanding of software development best practices, including test-driven programming and code reviews. Who You Are: A motivated self-starter with at least 2 years of experience in a similar role. A collaborative team player who values the input of others and can adapt to change. A strong communicator who can confidently explain complex technical concepts to stakeholders. Able to work regularly from our office in Stafford. If you're looking for a new challenge in a supportive environment where you can grow, apply now to join our dynamic team! Salary: £32,000 - £37,000 DOE Location: Stafford with hybrid flexibilities Hours: 40 per week Benefits: We know there’s more to life than work – that’s why when you join Agena, you’ll get your pick of our amazing benefits through our Enjoy Benefits platform. That includes discounts on gym memberships, travel bookings, high street vouchers and days out. You can also benefit from Technology benefits, Wellness benefits, Health Care plans and Car Lease benefits and much more. · Incremental holiday increases to recognise long service · 2 volunteering days a year · Unlock your potential with our training, learning & development, and apprenticeship options throughout your career · Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling · Cycle-to-work scheme · Regular team/company socials · Team events from breakfasts for charity, social drinks in your local office location to book clubs, environmental initiatives, and lunch and learns. The Agena Group are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format, or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact (No agency speculative contact - thank you! )