Junior Software Engineer

Role Summary

Sustainable Innovations is seeking a Junior Software Engineer  with strong problem-solving abilities, creativity, and a growth mindset to join our interdisciplinary product development team in  Dammam . The successful candidate will contribute to the design and implementation of software components for next-generation industrial and sustainability-focused products.

This role involves collaborating with electrical, mechanical, and product design teams to transform conceptual ideas into fully functional prototypes and market-ready digital products. Candidates should demonstrate versatility, a passion for technology, and readiness to engage in both frontend and backend development tasks.

Key Responsibilities & Development Opportunities

1. Concept Development

• Translate customer needs and user journeys into functional product requirements and experiences.

• Develop  UI/UX wireframes and interface prototypes  using tools such as  Figma  or  Balsamiq .

• Conduct  usability testing  and refine designs based on user feedback.

• Contribute to  innovative product concepts  aligned with client goals and market insights.

2. Software Prototyping & Development

• Develop  frontend applications  using  Angular  or  Flutter  (web and mobile).

• Contribute to  mobile development  (native or cross-platform).

• Implement  backend logic  and manage  server provisioning  and deployment workflows.

• Design and maintain  database systems (PostgreSQL or similar) .

• Utilize  Git  and version control systems for collaborative development.

• Work with  embedded and firmware systems  (Arduino, ESP32, STM32, or Teensy) for integrated product prototypes.

3. Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with  software, electrical, and mechanical engineers  to ensure seamless product integration.

• Participate in design discussions, architecture planning, and code reviews.

• Prepare and present progress reports, demonstrations, and documentation to stakeholders.

4. Project Management & Documentation

• Manage assigned tasks and deliverables within defined timelines.

• Maintain  project repositories ,  design documentation , and  user guides .

• Contribute to continuous improvement in product development workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree  in  Computer Science ,  Software Engineering , or a related field.

• 0–2 years of experience  in software development (recent graduates encouraged to apply).

• Demonstrated capability in at least one area of the role’s responsibilities (frontend, backend, or embedded).

• Familiarity with  Angular ,  Flutter ,  Python ,  Node.js , or similar frameworks.

• Understanding of  databases  (SQL/PostgreSQL),  APIs , and  version control  (Git).

• Awareness of  UI/UX principles  and human-centered design practices.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with  cloud platforms  (AWS, Firebase, or Render).

• Familiarity with  RESTful API design  and  data integration .

• Basic understanding of  hardware–software interfacing  or IoT devices.

• Knowledge of  Python for data processing or automation .

• Experience with  machine learning libraries  such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch (student/side projects acceptable).

• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.