Junior Software Engineer

A Junior Software Engineer at Beam is responsible for developing front-end features using React and JavaScript, building mobile applications with Flutter for both iOS and Android, and working on back-end services and databases. Additionally, this role entails writing clean, maintainable code, participating in code reviews, and troubleshooting issues across the stack.

Candidates applying for the Junior Software Engineer position at Beam should demonstrate strong problem-solving and coding skills, possess a solid foundation in computer science, and have a collaborative mindset. While experience with React, JavaScript, Flutter, and back-end services is beneficial, we welcome recent graduates with a passion for technology and a drive to learn.

At Beam, you can expect a dynamic and inspiring team culture that thrives on collaboration and innovation. The environment is flexible, offering plenty of opportunities for personal development. You’ll be part of a group of motivated professionals who work hard but also know how to have fun, making it an engaging place to grow your skills.

Beam is committed to fostering personal development for Junior Software Engineers through hands-on experience, mentorship opportunities, and access to cutting-edge technology. Employees are encouraged to stay updated with new technologies and best practices, ensuring continuous growth in their careers.

As a Junior Software Engineer at Beam, you will work primarily with React, JavaScript, and Flutter for mobile app development. Additionally, there will be opportunities to engage with various back-end services and databases, keeping your skill set diverse and up to date.

In your answer, highlight any projects you've worked on that used React, emphasizing your role in developing components and managing state. Discuss how you leveraged React's strengths to create user-friendly applications, aligning with Beam's commitment to innovative urban mobility solutions.

Share specific examples of mobile applications you've developed, mentioning the tools and frameworks you used, such as Flutter for cross-platform development. Explain your contribution to the project and any challenges you faced, tying it back to what you'll build at Beam.

Discuss the systematic approach you take to debugging, emphasizing techniques like logging and testing. Share a relevant example where you successfully identified and fixed an issue, demonstrating your problem-solving skills, which are vital for a Junior Software Engineer at Beam.

Explain your definition of clean code, such as readability, maintainability, and efficiency. Elaborate on how writing clean code facilitates team collaboration, as emphasized in Beam’s culture of participation in code reviews and adherence to best practices.

Use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method to describe a specific project where you collaborated on software development. Focus on your contributions, communication skills, and how your teamwork aligns with the collaborative mindset at Beam.

Discuss your strategies for continuous learning, such as setting aside time for online courses, participating in coding challenges, or engaging with tech communities. Show how this commitment reflects Beam’s environment of innovation and personal development.

Share a specific coding challenge, detailing the context, the obstacles you faced, and the solution you implemented. This demonstrates your problem-solving skills, crucial for a Junior Software Engineer at Beam.

Express your passion for technology and its potential to drive societal change, particularly in urban mobility. Highlight any personal experiences or interests that align with Beam's vision, showcasing your enthusiasm for making a positive impact.

Elaborate on your practices for writing maintainable code, such as using meaningful variable names, commenting, and organizing code logically. Discuss why this is essential for collaborative projects, as emphasized at Beam, where code reviews are standard.

Demonstrate your research by discussing Beam’s mission to revolutionize urban transportation. Highlight specific projects or initiatives by Beam that excite you, showing genuine interest in becoming a part of the team.