Software Developer

Midland Heart Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A social-purpose housing organization based in Birmingham is seeking a Software Developer to contribute to the development and maintenance of software systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with .Net C# and Azure Cloud, and a degree in a computer-related field. This position offers a collaborative work environment, with an expectation of a mix between office and remote work. The organization is committed to continuous improvement and values innovative practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with .Net C# development in Azure Cloud required.
• Degree in a computer-related field or professional qualifications preferred.
• Knowledge of modular architecture and DevOps environments is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software systems to serve various business areas.
• Support live services and resolve issues as part of the software development lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement of software engineering practices.

Skills

.Net C# development

Azure Cloud

DevOps lifecycle experience

Low-code solutions

Knowledge of modular architecture

Education

Degree in a computer-related subject

Professional qualifications in web and mobile development

Job description

As part of our digital transformation, we're building a new platform to improve interaction and communication with our tenants and colleagues. To deliver this exciting work, we're looking for a Software Developer to join us on a permanent basis.

If you're looking for a role in an organisation with a strong social purpose, in a team that values innovation and utilises modern development practices, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

What You'll Be Doing

Joining our collaborative and valued team, you'll contribute to building, maintaining and ongoing support of our existing software systems, as well as working on new solutions that serve all areas of our business. You'll utilise and develop your technical expertise while playing an important role throughout the full software development lifecycle, from supporting live services and resolving issues through to building new capabilities.

This is a great opportunity to learn from your peers, share your own strengths, and continue to grow your skillset in a supportive environment, while supporting established systems and helping to create new solutions.

We don't like to stand still, so you can expect to really help drive the continuous improvement of software engineering practices to improve the efficiency and innovation of solution development that ensure we remain competitive. A keenness to learn and develop new technical skills and adapt to emerging tools is a must!

Join us now and build great software! But don't just take our word for it – hear from the Lead Software Developer Pete, "As a business, we're exploring the exciting opportunities that Cloud Platforms provide. This gives the team and me an exciting opportunity of our digital journey!".

Our Ideal Candidate?

• You have technical experience of .Net C# development within Azure Cloud – experience of low-code solutions and integrating them alongside traditional software development approaches would be beneficial, or an interest in this work as a minimum.
• You hold a degree in a computer-related subject, hold professional qualifications in web and mobile development or comparable experience.
• You have knowledge and experience of working with Microsoft working with a modular architecture.
• You have experience of the whole development lifecycle in a DevOps environment, with an understanding of guiding principles and ways of working.

As a Smart Working organisation, you can expect a balance of working from our Birmingham, Bath Row office and from home. Typically, 3 days per week will be spent in the office, though this may vary based on business needs.

Who are Midland Heart?

We're one team working together for our tenants; a large and ambitious housing organisation providing more people an affordable place to call home. We welcome people from every walk of life, at every stage of their career. We expect a lot from our people but in return you can be assured of a great place to work, where you will be well rewarded and where great people are able to succeed. Whether you want to build your career with us,n

Interested?

Please see a link to the full Role Profile below. Applying is easy – simply register on our candidate portal and submit your CV and Cover Letter which together highlight your suitability against the above criteria.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to discuss any adjustments you might need in order to be successful in this role.