What is a "Junior Developer" and what should he be able to do?
What actually defines a “junior” developer? Is it the experience that a developer brings with it. Does age automatically make you a “senior”? Is a lower salary an indicator of a “junior developer”? The above question doesn't seem to be that easy to answer? So what is the descriptive profile of a junior developer? This article will take a closer look at this difficult question.
Responsibility
The expectations of a junior are generally not the same as those of a senior developer. But does that mean that they should only do simple bug-fixing work? Not quite! Junior developers are also used for complex IT projects, except that these are often accompanied by a senior developer. Of course, senior developers can usually identify problems more quickly due to their experience, but juniors often show just as good a feel for problems and how to fix them, even if it can take a little longer.
Commitment and inventiveness
Junior developers tend to need more attention, but does that mean they need more direction? Good people you want to hire will usually find a way to do their job without being constantly asked to do it. Junior developers are often extremely resourceful, especially when they don't have all the answers yet. Often given more time to code, junior programmers can often complete more stories in a sprint than seniors.
When looking for junior developers, there are two qualities to look for. First of all, the candidate must be aware that he has a lot to learn, but more importantly, he must have a great enthusiasm for learning itself. The best up-and-coming candidates proactively seek feedback and advice on their learning journey. They like to communicate their work or project status and know when to ask for more work.
