Experienced .NET engineer

Influential Software Services Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique systems integrator in Maidstone is looking for an experienced .NET Engineer to lead a dedicated development team. The role involves championing software quality, mentoring developers, and taking ownership of large-scale projects. You will work in a hands-on capacity with technologies like .NET Core and C#, guiding your team to deliver outstanding results while contributing to various technical projects. This position promises opportunities for team leadership and personal career growth.

Benefits

Life insurance and 24/7 access to an online GP

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to support, guide, and delegate effectively.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and delivering testable software in scaled Agile environments.
• Hands-on expertise in .NET Core and C# development.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and coach your team while managing workloads and setting targets.
• Design and develop high-quality applications for large-scale projects.
• Collaborate closely with development teams in an Agile environment.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

5 years of experience in C# development

Tools

.NET Core 3.1

Entity Framework

AWS

Job description

Location: Central Maidstone, Kent (full‑time, office‑based)

About the Company

Established in 1993, Influential is a boutique systems integrator, designing and delivering high‑quality technical, team augmentation, training and software solutions to 200+ global clients, including local and international businesses as well as central government, local councils, the health sector, universities and colleges.

About the Role

We’re continuing to grow, and with that comes an exciting opportunity for an experienced .NET Engineer to step into a lead role within one of our dedicated development teams. Each of our teams delivers first‑class bespoke software development and integration projects, providing excellently managed services and consistent engagements across the digital ecosystem.

As an experienced .NET Engineer, you’ll champion software quality and technical vision for both the company and our clients. You’ll take ownership of large‑scale projects, guiding your team to deliver outstanding results while also mentoring junior and mid‑level developers to grow in their roles.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll be deeply involved in writing high‑quality code in a complex software environment, whilst also managing a team of 3–4 engineers.

You’ll be the subject expert for your scrum, supporting your team in day‑to‑day work, providing technical direction, and ensuring delivery of key deadlines.

If you’re a natural problem solver who thrives on coding, enjoys working on major technical projects, and is ready to lead an ambitious team, this is an excellent opportunity to take your career to the next level.

As a top‑tier Microsoft partner, Influential has access to the leading technologies within the Microsoft stack, so you’ll be expected to be learning and utilising these, as customer demand dictates

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and coach your team. Setting targets, planning workloads, delegating tasks and guiding their professional growth.
• Assess performance, provide constructive feedback, and ensure work is delivered effectively and on time.
• Take the lead in designing and developing high‑quality applications.
• Work on large‑scale projects across multiple industries, including eCommerce and enterprise‑level solutions, using technologies such as .NET Core, C# .NET, AWS, and MySQL.
• Build and maintain integrations with external customers and suppliers.
• Champion software quality and technical vision for our clients.
• Provide third‑line support for solutions in production.
• Hands‑on with coding in C# .NET.
• Collaborate closely with development, product, and service delivery teams in an Agile environment.
• Share ideas for improvements, experiment with new technologies, and make recommendations for change where relevant.
• Offer technical assistance and support across the company.
• Liaise with third‑party software providers throughout the lifecycle of projects, from design and development to support and maintenance.

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to support, guide, and delegate effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to resolve conflicts and support team cohesion.
• Excellent analytical, debugging, and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to adapt and fix legacy code.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and delivering testable software in scaled Agile environments.
• Solid knowledge of software structures, architectures, design patterns, and modern development processes.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in C# development.
• Hands‑on expertise in the following:
• .NET Core 3.1
• EF Core
• Entity Framework

Nice to Have

• Experience with API design (REST, JSON)
• Knowledge of distributed systems, microservices, and integration
• Exposure to DevOps tools such as TeamCity, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Octopus Deploy
• Worked within an Agile environment
• Familiarity with TDD/BDD approaches

We know our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and life outside of work:

• Life insurance and 24/7 access to an online GP
• Discounted gym membership & online fitness programmes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Perkbox discount platform
• Mental health support and life coaching
• Financial wellbeing guidance
• Nutrition plans and advice
• Clear opportunities for career progression

Application

To apply, please submit:

• A cover letter explaining why you are suitable for the role and what excites you about joining us
• Confirmation that you live in or around the Maidstone area of Kent and can work full‑time in our Central Maidstone office

This is a direct recruitment process, so please don’t waste your time or our time by contacting us regarding this role.