Progress openedge developer

Eclipse IT Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Analyst Programmer to lead the development team and modernise legacy systems. This hands-on role involves collaborating with stakeholders, mentoring developers, and driving the design of robust software solutions. The ideal candidate has strong software development experience and a knack for modernising legacy applications. Join us in shaping our future technology stack.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software development and team leadership.
• Strong background in modernising legacy systems.
• Familiarity with Progress OpenEdge or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of web technologies, APIs, and Agile methodologies.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a small team of developers.
• Modernise legacy applications into web-based solutions.
• Develop integrations using APIs and modern technologies.
• Manage the full software development lifecycle.
• Promote best practices in coding, testing, and performance.
• Work closely with stakeholders to translate requirements.

Skills

Software development

Team leadership

Legacy system modernisation

APIs

Agile methodologies

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Progress OpenEdge

Job description

We’re seeking a Senior Analyst Programmer to help lead our development team and modernise our legacy systems. Working alongside the current Development Manager, you’ll support the transition to scalable, API-driven platforms and play a key role in shaping our future technology stack.

This is a hands‑on role combining leadership, architecture, and delivery. You’ll collaborate with internal stakeholders, mentor developers, and guide the design and implementation of robust software solutions that meet business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a small team of developers
• Modernise legacy applications into web-based solutions
• Develop integrations using APIs and modern technologies
• Manage the full software development lifecycle
• Promote best practices in coding, testing, and performance
• Work closely with stakeholders to translate requirements

Requirements

• Proven experience in software development and team leadership
• Strong background in modernising legacy systems
• Familiarity with Progress OpenEdge or similar platforms
• Knowledge of web technologies, APIs, and Agile methodologies
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills