Senior Application Developer

Essex County Council; Dedham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Senior Applications Developer to play a pivotal role in creating and optimizing user-centered digital products. This full-time role involves leading the development of software components, mentoring other developers, and enhancing digital services with a focus on innovation in AI and automation. Candidates should possess strong skills in Microsoft Power Automate, Azure DevOps, and demonstrable experience with various programming languages to drive effective outcomes. The position offers a rolling contract with a day in-office each month.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Microsoft Power Automate Desktop and Azure DevOps.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft 365, Dataverse, and Azure Services.
• Knowledge of ALM (Application Lifecycle Management) for Power Platform.
• Demonstrable expertise with relevant vendor business applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of high-quality, reusable, and accessible software components.
• Oversee and mentor developers in writing clean, open-by-default code.
• Deliver software through all stages of the product lifecycle.
• Continuously iterate and enhance digital services using user-centred design principles.
• Support innovation across AI, automation, and digital services.

Skills

Microsoft Power Automate Desktop

Azure DevOps

JSON

Power Fx

JavaScript

HTML

SQL

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Dataverse

Azure Services

Job description

Job Description Senior Applications Developer (Power Platform)
Contract: on rolling contract March 2026
Location: Remote (with equipment pickup + 1 day in‑office per month)
Working Hours: Full‑time
Salary: £500 day rate

As a Senior Applications Developer, you’ll play a key role in creating and optimising digital products that are simple, accessible, and designed around user needs. Working within our Product and Delivery team, you will contribute to the ongoing evolution of essex.gov.uk, support our AI and robotic process automation initiatives, and drive development standards that improve outcomes across Essex.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development of high-quality, reusable, and accessible software components.
• Oversee and mentor developers in writing clean, open‑by‑default code.
• Deliver software through all stages of the product lifecycle, ensuring alignment with user needs, budget, and delivery timelines.
• Continuously iterate and enhance digital services using user‑centred design principles.
• Support innovation across AI, automation, and modern digital services.

About You (Knowledge, Skills & Experience)

• Degree‑level education or equivalent relevant experience.
• Microsoft certifications: PL‑100, PL‑200, PL‑400, PL‑600.
• Proven experience with Microsoft Power Automate Desktop and Azure DevOps.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft 365, Dataverse, and Azure Services.
• Knowledge of ALM (Application Lifecycle Management) for Power Platform.
• Technical skills in JSON, Power Fx, JavaScript, HTML, and SQL.
• Demonstrable expertise with relevant vendor business applications.

Desirable

• Knowledge of ICT standards: HMG SPF, ITIL V3, ISO/IEC 38500, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 22301, ISO/IEC 20000, PRINCE2, MSP.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify technical concepts.
• Experience balancing user needs with organisational priorities.
• Evidence of continuous professional development aligned with SFIA V7 competencies.

What We’re Looking For

• A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering high‑quality services.
• Collaborative working style across teams and functions.
• Strong customer focus, building trusted relationships with users and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage complex issues and resources to deliver effective outcomes.
• Confident use of digital technologies to enhance service delivery.