Technical Developer (3 posts) - REQ04208

North Lanarkshire Council; Motherwell; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

North Lanarkshire Council is seeking a Technical Developer to join their Technology Development team. This role involves developing and supporting technology applications and business solutions, requiring experience with scripting languages and a strong ICT background. The position operates on a hybrid work model, offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

6 public holidays

Wellbeing and development benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Practical experience with core council product set development.
• Broad ICT knowledge and willingness to learn about DevOps culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support new technology applications and business solutions.
• Conduct requirements analysis, development, testing, and change management.

Skills

Scripting languages

MS Power Platform

CI/CD processes

Enterprise application customization

Cloud solutions

Robotic Process Automation

Job description

Location: Civic Centre, 43 Civic Square, Windmillhill Street, ML1 1AB

Salary: £29,180 - £31,737 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Work From Home: Hybrid

INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA MYSELF

Technical Developer

North Lanarkshire Council, as one of Scotland’s largest local authorities, has a shared ambition for inclusive growth and prosperity for all and to be the place to Live, Learn, Work, Invest and Visit. With a Programme of Work to 2028 in place to deliver on the shared ambition, an opportunity has arisen for a Technical Developer to join our Technology Development team within Finance & Technology.

We are committed to placing North Lanarkshire, its services, and its economy at the forefront of digital service delivery. Our goal is to provide staff and customers with responsive and inclusive digital technology to operate effectively in an interconnected and digitally enabled world.

We seek a dynamic, confident, and highly motivated individual to join our DevOps team within the Technology Development division to develop and support new technology applications and business solutions driven by the Council’s DigitalNL and SmartNL programmes.

You should have practical experience with core council product set development, broad ICT knowledge, and a willingness to learn about operating in a DevOps culture, including requirements analysis, development, testing, release management, and change management.

Desirable skills include knowledge of scripting languages, MS Power Platform, CI/CD processes, enterprise application customization and integration, Microsoft Windows OS, cloud solutions, and a willingness to learn Robotic Process Automation.

Ideal candidates will have an open, enquiring mind, adaptability to change, confidence, self-motivation, and the ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to challenges.

This role will operate on a hybrid model of home-based and office-based work within the Civic Centre, Motherwell.

For further information, contact John McBride at [e-mail].

Working at North Lanarkshire Council

If you’re considering a career with us, you'll benefit from a comprehensive package, including 27 days annual leave, 6 public holidays, and various wellbeing and development benefits. More details are available at work well NL. We also offer extensive learning and development opportunities through our LearnNL academy.

*Casual/sessional roles are compensated with 12.1% of your hourly rate for annual leave and public holidays, paid separately on your payslip. You are paid only for hours worked.*

We are a Disability Confident Leader and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. We support service personnel, veterans, and their families through guaranteed interviews, as long as criteria are met. Additionally, we are committed to #KeepingThePromise, offering guaranteed interviews to care-experienced individuals who meet the job requirements.

The Plan for North Lanarkshire aims to make the area the place to live, learn, work, invest, and visit. We promote Fair Work principles, emphasizing voice, fulfillment, opportunity, respect, and security, to boost creativity and productivity.

Alternative application formats (Large Print, Braille, Audio) can be requested by calling 01698 403151. Our Easy Read documents explaining the process are available at Easy Read – My NL.

Please note: We do not accept CVs in place of completed application forms. To be considered, ensure your application form is submitted; CV submissions will be disregarded.