Senior Developer

RPS; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Developer to join the Client Digital Solutions team. The role involves developing innovative cloud-based solutions, utilizing strong Azure knowledge and collaborating with a dynamic team. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with Angular, C#, and a mindset geared towards continuous learning. The position supports flexible working and offers a strong personal development pathway.

Benefits

Personal development plans

Flexible working options

Support for learning and development

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in developing cloud applications and services is essential.
• Knowledge of GIS and excellent communication skills are required.
• Proven ability to mentor junior team members and assist with requirements gathering.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, test and support cloud applications.
• Work collaboratively with team members and ensure quality in development.
• Assist in backlog creation and size estimation to ensure effective code delivery.

Skills

Experience in a commercial software development environment

Knowledge & experience in developing Microsoft Azure-based solutions

Proven Azure Cloud SaaS product development experience

Extensive experience in Angular UI framework

Strong knowledge of C# & .Net

API development experience

Good knowledge of UI development

Experience and application of unit testing

Familiarity with source control processes (GIT)

Experience in database development (SQL Server, Cosmos)

Tools

Azure DevOps

Infrastructure as code (Bicep)

Job description

Job Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Developer to join our established Client Digital Solutions team responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of software solutions across our UK and NL services sectors and our wider international clients. As an experienced Senior Developer, you will become a key member of a core team developing market‑leading cloud‑based digital solutions to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, test and support cloud applications.
• Work as part of a dedicated software development team under the guidance of technical lead members on all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
• Involve in the development of new external software solutions.
• Use Microsoft Azure to develop and deploy software solutions in line with agreed architecture.
• Assist in the creation of backlog items, size estimation and translation of backlog items into effective and efficient running code, ensuring acceptance criteria are met.
• Test and deploy cloud applications using continuous integration, code quality checks and distribution pipelines.
• Ensure non‑functional requirements, including security considerations, are met in the development of the solutions.
• Support existing solutions and assist in their maintenance and support.
• Provide additional application troubleshooting and support where necessary.
• Produce suitable end‑user / technical documentation and guidance notes.
• Work closely with other developers and software testers to ensure a high level of quality in your development.
• Adhere to defined development processes and standards.
• Practice effective time management to ensure deadlines are met and issues are raised appropriately.
• Assist in the mentoring of junior members of the team as requested.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Experience in a commercial software development environment.
• Knowledge & experience in developing Microsoft Azure‑based solutions.
• Proven Azure Cloud SaaS product development experience.
• Extensive experience in Angular UI framework.
• Strong knowledge of C# & .Net.
• API development experience.
• Good knowledge of UI development, including design patterns and best practices.
• Experience and application of unit testing within development.
• Familiarity with source control processes and techniques (GIT).
• Experience in database development (SQL Server, Cosmos or similar).
• Client‑facing experience (at a technical level).
• Experience in Azure DevOps to undertake project‑related tasks (backlog, repo, CICD).
• Requirements gathering experience (including production and estimation of backlog items).
• Infrastructure as code (Bicep) experience.
• GIS experience / awareness.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Adaptability and continuous learning mindset.
• Attention to detail and time management.

What’s in it for you?

We’re an accredited training provider – from entry level to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we support learning and development for everyone. A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go. We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect each other and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their well‑being. We understand the need to work flexibly, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, and we’re happy to talk about flexible working. This is a workplace that works for you – a career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number, you’re part of the solution.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list and any submitted will be taken as a gift. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services