Developer
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £30000 – £35000/annum 25 days hol+bank hols, pension
Adecco Recruitment are currently recruiting for on behalf of our client, a Software Developer to join a successful and growing organisation based in Leyland, Preston.
Software Developer
Permanent full-time position
Salary: £30-35K (depending on experience)
Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, contributory pension scheme and non-contractual profit-related bonus scheme
The post is based at our client's main office in Leyland however, under lockdown circumstances, the ability to work from home is required.
We're looking for an enthusiastic software developer to join our client's talented team, supporting them in delivering an impressive and increasing portfolio of work. You will report directly to the Head of Digital and assist with all functions of software coding and design. Your primary focus will be building software by writing code, as well as modifying software to fix errors, adapt it to new hardware, improve its performance, or upgrade interfaces. You will also be involved in directing system testing and validation procedures, working with end users and internal project teams on technical issues including software system design and maintenance.
You should have extensive knowledge of programming languages, the software development life-cycle, and the ability to work in a team environment to varying deadlines. You should be a highly motivated individual with a desire to continually improve your coding and design skills.
The role
Working as part of the digital development team you take responsibility for the completion of tasks assigned to you by the Head of Digital to a high standard, taking pride in your work, and contributing to the development of new ideas / concepts for integration into our digital services. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who will thrive under pressure, relish a fast-paced environment and take interest in varied work from our diverse range of clients.
Key responsibilities include:
– Modifying software to fix errors, adapt it to new hardware, improve its performance, or upgrade interfaces.
– Directing system testing and validation procedures.
– Directing software programming and documentation development.
– Consulting with departments or users on project status and proposals.
– Working with users or departments on technical issues including software system design and maintenance.
– Analysing information to recommend and plan the installation of new systems or modifications of an existing system.
– Designing and developing software systems fit for purpose, translating a brief to ensure desired outcomes are met and explaining clearly design consequences in a digestible way.
– Preparing reports on programming project specifications, activities, or status.
– Conferring with project managers to obtain information on limitations or capabilities.
Developer Requirements:
– Bachelor's degree in computer science or related degree.
– Knowledge of the software development life-cycle.
– The desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
– Ability to develop unit testing of code components or complete applications.
– Creativity is always a plus.
– Must be a full-stack developer and understand concepts of software engineering.
– Experience working on a variety of software development projects.
– Deep programming language knowledge.
This role comes with the opportunity to attend events held across the UK. The ability to travel and stay overnight on occasions, is required.
What we're offering
The position carries an excellent package, expected to be in the region of £30K to £35K depending on experience, plus benefits including a contributory pension scheme and non-contractual profit-related bonus scheme. The post is based at our main office in Leyland however, under current lockdown circumstances, the ability to work from home is required.
Interested?
If you possess these skills and would enjoy working in a friendly environment as part of a hard-working team, then we want to hear from you.
Please apply now for immediate consideration.
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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More Information
- Address Leyland, Lancashire
