We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Software Developer to join a growing development team. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse technology landscape, supporting and enhancing business-critical applications while helping to deliver innovative, cloud-based solutions.You'll play a key role in developing, maintaining and improving a portfolio of applications and services used by both internal stakeholders and external clients. Working with modern Microsoft technologies, you'll contribute to projects spanning Azure cloud platforms, on-premise systems, APIs, integrations and AI-assisted development tools.This role offers the chance to collaborate with Product Managers, DevOps Engineers, QA Specialists and Business Stakeholders in an environment focused on continuous improvement, innovation and high engineering standards.
Your new role
Design, develop, test and support software solutions using C# and .NET
Build and enhance applications across Microsoft Azure and on-premise environments
Develop and maintain APIs, integrations and supporting services
Troubleshoot and resolve application defects and production issues
Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, maintainable and highly available
Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices
Produce technical documentation, testing artefacts and deployment procedures
Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software
Monitor and improve system performance, resilience and reliability
Utilise AI-assisted development tools to enhance coding, testing, debugging and documentation activities
Review and validate AI-generated outputs to ensure quality, security and compliance standards are met
What you'll need to succeed
Commercial experience developing applications using C# and .NET
Experience maintaining and enhancing business-critical applications
Strong understanding of software engineering principles, object-oriented design and testing practices
Experience with SQL and relational databases
Knowledge of API development and integration patterns
Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and a desire to further develop cloud expertise
Experience with Git, Azure DevOps or similar source control tools
Exposure to AI-assisted development tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to manage priorities and deliver high-quality solutions
Desirable SkillsExperience developing solutions in Microsoft Azure
Knowledge of Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Azure SQL and Service Bus
Experience modernising legacy or on-premise applications
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Experience with Docker and containerisation technologies
Knowledge of secure coding practices
Experience working within Agile delivery teams
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline
What you'll get in return
c£50,000 - £55,000 plus benefits
What you need to do now
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Salary description
£45000.00 - £55000.00 per year