Senior Software Developer

Location: Bracknell, England, gb

Company Description

Our philosophy is to understand our customers’ business first before we get to the technology.
This approach leads to clever software; streamlining old processes, saving money and delivering positive change.

Our technology has helped the local authorities across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland administer benefits, business rates and council tax. 

Based in the UK but working around the world, our 2,000 employees help improve the services that matter most. We are a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies that benefit businesses and people worldwide – this brings in new opportunities without limits for growth and innovation.

We are harnessing the opportunities offered by AI to improve productivity, accelerate innovation and deliver better outcomes for our customers, while ensuring that it is used responsibly, with appropriate human oversight, security and governance.

Job Description

The position of Senior Software Developer will be based at the NEC Bracknell office working on Oracle web-based applications supplied to both local authorities in the UK and to central government clients. Solutions are delivered as software or as hosted SaaS solutions.

You will be working within one of the development teams where you will build upon your experience and knowledge across the different aspects of software development using Agile Scrum and Waterfall methodologies. You will work as part of a team on new development projects as well as helping maintain and enhance existing client software applications. As a senior developer, you will be expected to be able to lead development projects build your business domain knowledge.

On a daily basis you will be developing technical solutions across technologies including:

• Oracle Databases
• PL/SQL Programming
• Oracle APEX
• Oracle XML DB
• SOAP and REST Web services

You will take full responsibility for the functionality you develop, ensuring that it delivers on the business needs, engages users, and is maintainable and robust. Writing both functional code and associated unit tests, you will also be reviewing work by others in the development team.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of full life cycle development of large applications using an Oracle database and toolset
• Solid PL/SQL skills, with experience of writing design specifications, problem solving and performance tuning
• Experience of technologies including XML, JSON, SOAP, REST, HTML and CSS is desirable.
• Experience with AI software development tools would be an advantage.
• Experience of developing and integrating AI-powered functionality into software applications would also be an advantage.
• Experience of Pro C is also desirable.
• Appreciation of application and data security is paramount.
• Relevant Computer Sciences or Technical Degree.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to cultivate an adaptable, positive attitude is essential.
• Commitment to delivering an excellent level of customer service.
• High levels of motivation and an excellent mix of analytical and technical skills.
• Ability to demonstrate a clear and concise communication style.
• A thirst for knowledge and a willingness to learn new skills.

Additional Information

Employees of NEC are entitled to the following Company funded benefits:

• Single Private Medical Cover (with the option to select family cover at an additional cost)
• 25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days
• 4 x basic salary life assurance cover
• A Group Pension Plan with fantastic employer contributions
• A selection of tax efficient flexible benefits to suit your individual needs
• The role offers a competitive salary.

OTHER INFORMATION

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate a pre-existing right to work and travel within the EU. Documentary evidence will be required.
• All offers are subject to satisfactory vetting and reference checks. Depending on the nature of the role a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check may also be required.
• NEC is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all communities.