Perl Software Engineer - Data & Publishing (Stevenage)

Akkodis; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational defense company is seeking a skilled PERL Software Developer for a role requiring on-site presence one day a month in Stevenage. The candidate should have strong proficiency in PERL, SQL, and C#, along with analytical and problem-solving skills. Key responsibilities include coding technical publication stylesheets, developing database solutions, and collaborating across teams to optimize data strategies. Knowledge of Technical Publications is a plus but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Experience in creating and updating text-based templates for Technical Publications.
• Familiarity with the Technical Publications publishing process is advantageous.
• Experience in gathering and analyzing system requirements.

Responsibilities

• Code technical publication stylesheets using PERL language.
• Develop database solutions to store and retrieve company information.
• Install and configure information systems to ensure functionality.
• Define security and backup procedures.
• Collaboration with other teams to implement data strategies.

Skills

Proficiency in PERL

Proficiency in SQL

Proficiency in C#

Experience with data visualization

Proficiency in MS Excel

Data modelling experience

Metadata management experience

Problem-solving attitude

Proven analytical skills

Job description

A multinational defense company is seeking a skilled PERL Software Developer for a role requiring on-site presence one day a month in Stevenage. The candidate should have strong proficiency in PERL, SQL, and C#, along with analytical and problem-solving skills. Key responsibilities include coding technical publication stylesheets, developing database solutions, and collaborating across teams to optimize data strategies. Knowledge of Technical Publications is a plus but not mandatory.