<!-- wp:reyrey-js/section {"videoSrc":"","backgroundSrc":""} --><section class="wp-block-reyrey-js-section"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/row {"template":[["reyrey-js/column",{"layout":{"s":{"colSpan":4},"m":{"colSpan":6},"l":{"colSpan":12},"xl":{"colSpan":12}}}]],"gridLayoutValue":"100"} --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/column {"layout":{"s":{"colSpan":4},"m":{"colSpan":6},"l":{"colSpan":12},"xl":{"colSpan":12}}} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-column"><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"If you’re someone who enjoys computer programming with a focus on solving problems and creating a better client experience, a career as a software developer may appeal to you. To learn more about what that work entails at Reynolds, I spoke with Amanda R., an applications developer in the Reynolds office in Birmingham, U.K."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">If you’re someone who enjoys computer programming with a focus on solving problems and creating a better client experience, a career as a software developer may appeal to you. To learn more about what that work entails at Reynolds, I spoke with Amanda R., an applications developer in the Reynolds office in Birmingham, U.K.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eTell me about your life, education, and work history before Reynolds.\u003c/span\u003e"} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">Tell me about your life, education, and work history before Reynolds.</span></div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"I studied Physics and Astrophysics at The University of Birmingham and then worked for several years as a senior analyst at a large accounting firm. When I realized I wanted to delve further into programming, I found my way to an entry-level opportunity at Reynolds."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">I studied Physics and Astrophysics at The University of Birmingham and then worked for several years as a senior analyst at a large accounting firm. When I realized I wanted to delve further into programming, I found my way to an entry-level opportunity at Reynolds.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eWhat made you want to join Reynolds?\u003c/span\u003e"} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">What made you want to join Reynolds?</span></div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"Two things: a company willing to train me in a programming language in which I had no experience, and a good starting salary. I found that, whilst the interview process seemed quite rigorous, it was really noticeable how friendly and encouraging everyone was."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Two things: a company willing to train me in a programming language in which I had no experience, and a good starting salary. I found that, whilst the interview process seemed quite rigorous, it was really noticeable how friendly and encouraging everyone was.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eDescribe a typical work day. What do you enjoy most about your role?\u003c/span\u003e"} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">Describe a typical work day. What do you enjoy most about your role?</span></div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"I enjoy the problem-solving aspect of the role. It’s really satisfying to translate an idea or solution into actual code."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">I enjoy the problem-solving aspect of the role. It’s really satisfying to translate an idea or solution into actual code.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"I have some flexibility over the projects I work on each day, so long as I’m tackling high-priority projects first. That suits my work style and helps ensure I’m giving each project my best effort."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">I have some flexibility over the projects I work on each day, so long as I’m tackling high-priority projects first. That suits my work style and helps ensure I’m giving each project my best effort.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"What I’m working on can vary from troubleshooting to making system modifications to creating new programs. There’s usually some research required into what might be causing a problem or how to implement the requested modifications. Then, I’ll code any necessary changes and test the software."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">What I’m working on can vary from troubleshooting to making system modifications to creating new programs. There’s usually some research required into what might be causing a problem or how to implement the requested modifications. Then, I’ll code any necessary changes and test the software.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"It definitely feels like an achievement when you’ve successfully completed a tricky project. In fact, that’s probably what has surprised me most about this position; I don’t think I realized it was possible to truly enjoy my work until I came to Reynolds."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">It definitely feels like an achievement when you’ve successfully completed a tricky project. In fact, that’s probably what has surprised me most about this position; I don’t think I realized it was possible to truly enjoy my work until I came to Reynolds.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"\u003cspan class=\u0022RR-Font-Weight Bold\u0022\u003eWhat do you like most about working at Reynolds?\u003c/span\u003e"} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">What do you like most about working at Reynolds?</span></div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"The people. From day one, I felt like part of a community, even with people I had never met before."} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">The people. From day one, I felt like part of a community, even with people I had never met before.</div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --><!-- wp:reyrey-js/paragraph {"content":"If you would like to learn more about software development positions with Reynolds and Reynolds, head to our careers page: \u003ca href=\u0022http://www.reyrey.co.uk/DMS/careers/index.asp\u0022\u003eU.K.\u003c/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\u0022http://www.reyrey.com/careers/index.asp\u0022\u003eU.S.\u003c/a\u003e"} --><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">If you would like to learn more about software development positions with Reynolds and Reynolds, head to our careers page: <a href="http://www.reyrey.co.uk/DMS/careers/index.asp">U.K.</a> | <a href="http://www.reyrey.com/careers/index.asp">U.S.</a></div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/paragraph --></div><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/column --><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/row --></section><!-- /wp:reyrey-js/section -->