Graduate/Junior Web Developer
Location: Head Office, The Stables, Chorley, PR7 4AT

A Glimpse into the Role awaiting You

At Glendale we are developing state-of-the-art technology leveraging the use of Google Cloud Platform. Combining, optimising and integrating various Google Cloud services such as Google App Engine, Google Cloud SQL, Google Compute Engine, Google Cloud Storage we have developed multiple solutions to assist all aspects of our business.

We are looking for a Graduate / Junior developer to join our team based in our Head Office in Chorley, with the opportunity for hybrid / remote working.

This position is a varied role supporting the business in continuously improving efficiency, productivity and safety through the implementation and optimisation of in-house software solutions. We're looking for a graduate or someone who has some programming experience and is ready to advance on their career path.

Who are you?

Essential skills and experience

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Proficiency in JavaScript and experience with React 6 for front-end development.

• Familiarity with Python 3 for backend development.

• Understanding of RESTful APIs and how to integrate front-end applications with backend services.

• Experience working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), particularly Google App Engine.

• Basic knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git (GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket).

• Awareness of software development best practices, such as code reviews, testing, and debugging.

• Strong problem-solving skills and an eagerness to learn new technologies.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable skills and experience

• Exposure to TypeScript and modern JavaScript (ES6+).

• Experience with State Management Libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand, Recoil).

• Familiarity with Backend Frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django.

• Understanding of Databases (SQL & NoSQL) and experience with Google Firestore or Cloud Datastore.

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, particularly in a Google Cloud environment.

• Experience with containerisation tools such as Docker.

• Exposure to authentication and authorization mechanisms (OAuth, JWT, Firebase Authentication).

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.

Who are we?

Glendale, a winner of BALI Employer of the Year, is one of the largest green space management service providers in the UK, specialising in tree care and management, grounds maintenance and landscaping. For more information visit www.glendale-services.co.uk. We are a green business with “green thinking” at the core of everything we do. We have been at the forefront of green services provision since 1989 and offer innovative solutions for the management and maintenance of the green environment.

What can Glendale offer you?

• Competitive salary

• Employee discount portal - discounts on travel bookings, high street vouchers, gift cards, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Pension Scheme

• Company sick pay

• Hybrid working

• Career progression

• Training and development

This is an exciting and challenging role; a tremendous chance to increase your IT skills; and a brilliant opportunity to develop within a passionate development team.

How to Apply

If you feel like you could bring some fresh ideas and skills to the table we want to hear from you.  Please apply with a letter of application and CV to glendale.recruitment@glendale-services.co.uk.

If you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as interviews will be held throughout the process. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.