I.T. Application Development Officer - North Herts Council

Medirest Signature; Letchworth; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council is seeking an I.T. Application Development Officer to support digital transformation initiatives. The role involves designing and developing applications, managing upgrades, and ensuring efficient service delivery. Ideal candidates will have strong programming skills in C# and experience with various technology stacks. This position offers a hybrid working model and a commitment to equality and diversity.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting applications and database products on Windows-based virtual hardware.
• Substantial programming experience in C# and developing system integrations.
• Experience managing third-party upgrades and installing application patches.

Responsibilities

• Support the IT Senior Development and Cyber Security Officer.
• Design, develop, integrate, and support technical projects.
• Facilitate digital transformation processes.

Skills

Customer service skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Troubleshooting

Security focus

Tools

C#

RESTful APIs

SQL

ASP.NET Core

.NET Framework/.NET 6-9

Blazor

WPF

.NET MAUI

Job description

I.T. Application Development Officer - North Herts Council

North Herts Council

Permanent, Full Time

£38,296.00 - £44,140.00 per annum (Pay award pending)

Location: Letchworth Garden City

Closing Date: 16th June 2025

Essex County Council is advertising the role of IT Applications Development Officer on behalf of North Herts Council. For more information about the role, please click HERE.

Hybrid working: Flexibility with homeworking and office-based days (typically 1 day a week in the office)

The Role

The organization is undergoing a digital transformation to ensure all processes are 'digital by default' and to deliver services efficiently. You will support the IT Senior Development and Cyber Security Officer by designing, developing, integrating, and supporting technical projects to facilitate this transformation.

The Experience You Will Bring

• Experience supporting applications and database products on Windows-based virtual hardware.
• Experience managing third-party upgrades, such as Oracle and MSSQL, and installing vendor-supplied application patches.
• Excellent customer service skills, effective collaboration within a small team, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks in a busy environment.
• Substantial programming experience in C# and developing system integrations, analyzing data, and creating line-of-business applications.
• Experience developing integrations between in-house and third-party systems using RESTful APIs, SOAP, XML, JSON, CSV, as well as ETL processes and SQL.
• Knowledge of technology stacks including WinForms, Web, ASP.NET Core, .NET Framework/.NET 6-9, Blazor, WPF, and .NET MAUI.
• Eagerness to learn new skills, troubleshooting skills, and a strong focus on security.

Please note, the successful applicant will undergo a background check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Why work with us?

We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment and employment policies. We value our employees and aim to promote a healthy work/life balance, enabling them to make a difference in the community.

What you should do next

If interested, please apply via Recruitment. We do not accept CV applications alone; ensure all relevant information is provided on the application form on the NHC job pages.

For an informal chat about the role, contact Justin Goodwin, IT Senior Development and Cyber Security Officer, at [e-mail].