Software Developer

Location: Hertford, SG14

Salary: £32,000 - £35,000

Working Hours: Monday - Friday (9:00am - 5:00pm)

Job Code: JD1983

Software Developer

Are you a passionate and driven software developer eager to make a real impact? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas can shape the future of workforce management? If so, this is your chance to shine!

My client, a dynamic company based in the heart of Hertford, is looking for an enthusiastic Software Developer to join our rapidly expanding team. You'll be a key player in the evolution of their cutting-edge workforce platform, developing exciting new features, crafting custom solutions for clients, and ensuring the platform's smooth operation through troubleshooting and bug fixing.

We're looking for someone who loves to code and isn't afraid to dive into a variety of projects. You'll work closely with experienced engineers, learning from the best and contributing your own unique perspective. This role offers the perfect springboard for your software engineering career, giving you hands-on experience with a range of programming languages and technologies, and the opportunity to work on projects that genuinely make a difference.

If you're a problem-solver with a passion for innovation and a desire to be part of a growing success story, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from requirements gathering and design to coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Develop high-quality, clean, and efficient code using Microsoft SQL Server, HTML5, CSS3, and vanilla JavaScript.
• Maintain and enhance existing complex codebases, ensuring their continued functionality and performance.
• Analyse and resolve complex software issues, utilizing strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Debug and troubleshoot software defects, ensuring the delivery of stable and reliable applications.
• Design, develop, and maintain database schemas and queries within Microsoft SQL Server, optimising performance and data integrity.
• Conduct thorough testing of software applications to ensure accuracy, quality, and adherence to requirements.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Stay up to date with the latest software development trends, technologies, and methodologies.

Required Skills:

• 3-5 years’ experience in software development, including designing, coding and testing.
• Confident with programming in Microsoft SQL Server, HTML 5, CSS 3 and vanilla JavaScript.
• Ability to work with an existing complex code base.
• Ability to solve complex software issues using analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A keen eye for detail to ensure the accuracy and quality of the software.
• Interest in learning and adapting to new technologies and methodologies to stay at the forefront of software development trends.
• Exposure to PowerShell, Figma, C#, AWS, Azure (Desirable but not essential)
• Experience with agile development methodology (Desirable but not essential)

Benefits:

• 25 days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Birthday Leave
• Christmas Shutdown
• No Weekends
• Company Pension
• Staff EMI Share Scheme
• Modern Open Plan Office
• Company Events

Despite our best efforts it is not always possible to respond to every application individually due to the high volume of responses we receive on each vacancy. Only candidates who are short listed will be contacted for this particular role and if you have not heard from us within 7 days please assume that you have not been successful. However, we will keep your details on our database, and will contact you when other suitable positions become available.