Applications Software Engineer

Datapath Limited; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days’ annual leave

Profit share (non-contractual)

Bupa Private Healthcare

Life Assurance (3x salary)

Cycle2Work scheme

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Technology discount scheme

Job summary

Datapath Limited in Derby, England, is recruiting an Applications Software Engineer to join our agile team delivering high-quality applications across the full software lifecycle.

This hybrid role requires collaboration, problem solving and a drive to learn new technologies, with two in-office days per week (Tuesday and Thursday) to work closely with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and maintaining high-quality software in a commercial environment.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile practices.
• Experience developing and consuming ASP.NET Core Web APIs and scalable solutions.
• Experience using Git and Azure DevOps for CI/CD and collaboration.
• Strong problem-solving and collaborative skills with effective communication.
• Ability to learn new technologies and contribute to code reviews.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain high-quality software applications across the full lifecycle.
• Turn complex requirements into practical technical solutions through design, development, testing and deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to continuous improvement and code reviews.

Skills

ASP.NET Core

Git

Azure DevOps

Agile development

AI-assisted coding

SDLC

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Software Engineering or CS degree

Tools

Hyper-V

Windows

Linux

Job description

LOCATION: DERBY, ENGLAND / HYBRID (MINIMUM 2 DAYS PER WEEK IN OFFICE)
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULL TIME, PERMANENT

Would you like to be part of an award-winning technology company at the forefront of computer graphics, video capture, and digital display solutions?

Founded in 1982, Datapath has grown into a global leader in video processing, control, and management solutions. Today, our technology is distributed across five continents and trusted by end customers in more than 100 countries. You’ll find our solutions powering critical and high-impact environments spanning Medical, Digital Signage, Security, Retail, and many other sectors.

We’re recognised for delivering class-leading products, backed by exceptional customer support. Our commitment to innovation and reliability has earned us a reputation for providing unbeatable service tailored to complex and specialised requirements.

As a successful and continuously expanding organisation, we operate from offices in the UK, US, and Japan, supporting customers in every major global market. Joining Datapath means becoming part of a forward-thinking company where your work contributes to cutting-edge technology that’s used worldwide.

Building on our continued success, we’re excited to be recruiting an Applications Software Engineer. This role offers the opportunity to work on industry-leading technology and play a key part in delivering outstanding products to customers worldwide.

Role Purpose & Responsibilities:

As an Applications Software Engineer, you’ll be a valued member of our collaborative and agile development team, designing, building, testing and maintaining high-quality applications that support the evolving needs of our business and customers.

Working across the full lifecycle, you’ll help turn complex requirements into practical outcomes, contributing from design and development through to testing, deployment and continuous improvement.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, takes pride in delivering robust and reliable solutions, and is keen to learn new technologies. You’ll be comfortable taking ownership of your work, building effective relationships across teams, and contributing ideas that enhance both our products and ways of working.

This role can be either fully office-based or hybrid, with the whole team working from the office two days a week, typically Tuesday and Thursday.

Skills and Experience:

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Experience designing, developing and maintaining high-quality software applications within a commercial environment
• A good understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and experience working within Agile development frameworks
• Experience developing and consuming ASP.NET Core Web APIs and designing scalable software solutions
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools to enhance productivity, improve code quality and support software delivery
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to translate user, customer and business requirements into effective technical solutions
• Experience using Git for source control, including familiarity with branching strategies such as GitFlow
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, including source control, work item management and CI/CD processes
• The ability to communicate effectively, collaborate with colleagues across multiple disciplines, and contribute positively to technical discussions and code reviews
• A proactive approach to learning, continuous improvement and exploring new technologies

The following may also be advantageous:

• Experience working with virtualisation technologies such as Hyper-V
• Experience working within both Windows and Linux environments
• A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Software Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline
• Microsoft certifications such as Azure Developer Associate or Azure Fundamentals
• 27 days’ annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), increasing with length of service, with the option to buy or sell additional leave
• A non-contractual, discretionary profit share bonus scheme
• Bupa Private Healthcare to support your health and wellbeing
• Life Assurance at three times your salary, providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones
• Cycle2Work scheme to promote a healthier lifestyle and greener commute
• Electric Vehicle Scheme to provide a cost-effective way to make greener travel choices
• Technology discount scheme, offering savings on a range of everyday tech

Access to some benefits is subject to successful completion of probation

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be able to demonstrate ongoing eligibility for at least 3 years from the proposed start date. Given the project-based nature of the role and the steep learning curve involved, this timeframe supports successful development in the position.

Closing Date: This role will close on 14 September 2026

Interview Dates: First stage interviews will be held online 23-24 September

Second stage interviews will be held in-person at our Derby office during w/c 28 September

If you don’t hear from us by 22 September, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we’re unable to provide individual feedback prior to interview stage.

If you’d like more information about this role, you’re welcome to email us at [e-mail] .