Job description:
The role of an associate software engineer involves assisting in the creation, testing, design, and maintenance of software applications at the entry level. This role presents a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals to acquire practical experience and enhance their technical skills within a collaborative setting.
In this role, you will work closely with senior engineers and project teams to write clean, efficient code, troubleshoot software issues, and contribute to the development of high-quality solutions. You will participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from requirements gathering to deployment, while adhering to coding standards and best practices.
The Associate Software Engineer is expected to learn and apply new technologies, frameworks, and tools as needed, staying updated with industry trends to improve project outcomes. You will also assist in preparing technical documentation, ensuring code maintainability and knowledge sharing within the team.
| Salary | Performance-Based |
| Educational Requirement | ANY GRADUATION/POSTGRADUATION |
| Work Arrangement | WORK FROM OFFICE |
| Gender Preference | BOTH MALE AND FEMALE |
| Skills Requirement | Software design, Quality Assurance manager, Linux, coding, Javascript Data structures, HTML, information technology, SQL, Python |
| Experience Requirement | 0-2 yrs |
| Location | Hyderabad |
About Qual Minds
Qual Minds is a global technology solutions company committed to helping organizations navigate and accelerate their digital transformation journeys. With a strong emphasis on innovation and excellence, we specialize in designing, developing, and deploying world-class digital products, custom software solutions, and next-generation platforms that are uniquely tailored to solve complex business challenges.
Our expertise spans across a wide range of enterprise-grade, interactive software applications delivered on web, desktop, mobile, and embedded platforms, ensuring seamless user experiences, scalability, and high performance. We use the latest technology, agile methods, and best practices in the industry to create solutions that are not only safe and efficient but also flexible enough to keep up with the fast-changing digital world.
Key Responsibilities:
- Software Development Work with cross-functional teams to create, test, and maintain software solutions that satisfy business needs.
- Coding: Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using programming languages such as C, .NET, Java, Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQL Server.
- Problem Solving: Analyze complex technical problems and propose innovative solutions while adhering to best practices.
- Testing: Conduct unit testing and integration testing and participate in quality assurance activities to ensure the reliability and robustness of software applications.
- Documentation: Document code, processes, and procedures to maintain a comprehensive knowledge base for future reference.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with senior engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to better grasp project requirements and contribute to software design.
- Continuous Learning: Stay current on industry trends, new technology, and best practices to enhance your abilities and contribute to innovative solutions.
Key skills
- Software design is the planning and organisation of software systems with an eye on architecture, customer needs, and how well the system works before it is built.
- Quality Assurance Management: Making sure that software meets certain standards by testing it regularly, making processes better, and keeping the quality of the product good.
- Linux: You need to know how to use the Linux operating system, including its commands, file systems, and basic server administration to build and release software.
- Coding: It involves writing, reviewing, and maintaining code in various computer languages to make software programs that work well.
- Data Structures – The ability to efficiently store, organise, and manage data using structures such as trees, stacks, queues, and linked lists.
- Information Technology – The effective storage, processing, and sharing of information within organisations through the application of technological solutions.
- JavaScript – JavaScript is a language for programming used in web development to offer engaging and dynamic elements to webpages.
- HTML – The backbone language for building and structuring web pages.
- SQL is a database query language utilized for storing, retrieving, and manipulating data within a relational database.
- Python is a programming language that is highly adaptable and is utilized for a variety of purposes, including web development, data analysis, machine learning, and automation.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with a minimum of 75% aggregate throughout academics, passed out in 2024/2025.
- Core Knowledge: Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, data structures, and algorithms.
- Technical Skills: Exposure to programming languages such as C, .NET, Java, Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQL Server.
- Additional Technical Knowledge: Good understanding of Linux, Git, CI/CD pipelines, and containerisation (Docker).
- Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, along with strong communication skills.
- Adaptability: Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges.
What You’ll Get
- Hands-on Experience: Work directly on real-time, live projects that give you practical exposure to industry workflows, coding practices, and problem-solving in real business scenarios.
- Collaborative Work Environment: Be part of a team-orientated culture where your ideas are valued, and teamwork is encouraged to achieve shared goals.
- Supportive Workplace: Gain access to resources, tools, and a positive atmosphere that fosters learning and growth.
- Mentorship: Receive guidance, technical advice, and career insights from experienced professionals who will help you enhance your skills and navigate challenges.
- Career Growth Opportunities: Examine possibilities for internal progression based on project contributions, performance, and skill growth.
FAQ
1. What does an associate software engineer do?
A software application is planned, developed, tested, and maintained by an associate software developer. Writing code, troubleshooting problems, working with teams, recording procedures, and regularly picking up new skills in technology or tools are all standard tasks.
2. What abilities are required to be an associate software engineer?
To be an Associate Software Engineer, you need strong programming skills, knowledge of data structures and algorithms, problem-solving ability, familiarity with databases and web technologies, good communication, teamwork, adaptability, and eagerness to learn and apply new technologies.
3. Will I be involved in both front-end and back-end development?
Yes, in many companies you’ll work on both the front-end (user interfaces, web pages, and mobile apps) and the back-end (databases, server logic, and APIs). However, this depends on the project; sometimes you may focus on one area (front-end, back-end, or full stack).
4. Which type of programming languages and technologies will I utilise the most?
Ans-Commonly used are Java, Python, C, .Net, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL, and frameworks like React, Angular, or Spring Boot. You may also use Git, Linux, Docker, and CI/CD tools depending on the company’s stack.
5. What educational background is required for this position?
A bachelor’s or graduate degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is usually preferable.
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