.NET Developer

Vxplore; Bexhill-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital insurance provider in the UK is seeking a skilled .NET Developer to join their growing technology team. The role involves building scalable solutions using .NET technologies and cloud services, particularly Microsoft Azure. Ideal candidates should have strong experience in C# and backend development. The company offers competitive salaries, a flexible working environment, and various benefits to support employee well-being.

Benefits

Attractive salary based on experience

Flexible and hybrid working approach

Competitive Bonus Scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Pension contribution match up to 10%

Qualifications

• Proficient in C# with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
• Hands-on experience developing and deploying applications using .NET Core / .NET 6+.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-availability applications using C#.
• Build RESTful Web APIs to facilitate communication between front-end and back-end systems.
• Implement Azure Functions for serverless computing solutions.

Skills

C#

Object-oriented programming

Problem-solving

Version control (Git)

Visual Studio

Tools

.NET Core / .NET 6+

Azure DevOps

Octane

Job description

We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the best and biggest in the UK market. Over the past few years, we've made significant investments in our data and tech capabilities, particularly within our CIO function. Our CIO team is at the forefront of driving innovation and ensuring our technology infrastructure supports our ambitious goals. We’ve nurtured our 4Cs culture, fostering collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.

We’re proud of the journey we’re on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. The CIO team plays a crucial role in this journey, working on cutting‑edge projects that enhance our digital presence and improve customer engagement.

We provide insurance to nearly four million customers, but we know there’s even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you’re now reading this job advert means we’ve tempted you to find out more about – we really hope you like what you see, and you’ll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.

We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you’re not 100% sure, we would love to hear from you. Our CIO team is always looking for passionate individuals who are eager to make a difference and contribute to our success.

What does the role involve?

We're looking for a skilled .NET Developer with strong experience in C# and backend development to join our growing technology team. You’ll be responsible for building scalable, maintainable solutions using .NET technologies and leveraging cloud services, particularly Microsoft Azure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high‑availability applications using C#.
• Build RESTful Web APIs to facilitate communication between front‑end and back‑end systems.
• Implement Azure Functions for serverless computing solutions.
• Utilise Azure API Management (APIM) to create, document, and manage APIs in a secure and scalable environment.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate solutions within the Hastings Direct infrastructure.
• Write clean, testable code and participate in code reviews and deployment processes.
• Stay current with the latest .NET and Azure features to drive innovation within the company.

Skills We Would Love You To Have

• Proficient in C# with a solid understanding of object‑oriented programming principles.
• Hands‑on experience developing and deploying applications using .NET Core / .NET 6+.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle and continuous improvement practices.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and tools such as Octane, Azure DevOps or similar platforms.
• Comfortable working in Visual Studio and related development tools.

Desirable

• Experience with other Azure services such as Azure Functions, Application Insights, App Configuration
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with unit testing frameworks such as xUnit, and mocking tools like Moq.
• Relevant Azure certifications.

What We Offer

Join us and you’ll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.

Reward

Salary – Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year)

Flexible Working – We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home.

Competitive Bonus Scheme – All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings’ performance against our business goals and your own personal performance.

Physical Wellbeing – We like to help our colleagues take a proactive approach in keeping themselves well, that’s why we fund our colleagues to be able to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan.

Financial Wellbeing – As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award‑winning package which includes discounts and cashback.

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.