Senior Software Developer

Arcus FM; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic facilities management company in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Software Developer to lead software projects and mentor junior developers. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions, contributing to both coding and technical documentation. The role offers competitive salary of circa £60,000, bonuses, and flexible remote working options.

Benefits

Circa £60,000 per annum

Up to 4% discretionary bonus

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Generous pension scheme with matched contributions

Life Assurance

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Learning & Development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering high-quality software solutions and maintaining large-scale distributed systems.
• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and testing methodologies.
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Scrum Master are a plus.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities are required.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Conduct thorough code reviews and provide feedback.
• Mentor junior developers and promote continuous learning.
• Troubleshoot complex software issues and performance challenges.
• Contribute to technical documentation.

Skills

JavaScript

SQL

React

NodeJS

Python

C#

Agile methodologies

Git

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)

Docker

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

SQL Server

MySQL

React frameworks

Razor

ExpressJS

AWS ECS

Job description

Arcus FM is seeking a talented Senior Software Developer to join our dynamic team. Reporting directly to the Product Development Manager, you will collaborate with skilled developers to create impactful software solutions that drive success for our business and clients. As a Senior Software Developer, you will lead the design, development, and deployment of high-quality software projects. You'll work closely with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define project goals and deliverables, ensuring alignment with company standards and client needs. Although this role allows for primarily remote working, there is a requirement to attend the Redditch office at least once a month.

What You'll Do

• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code, following best practices and coding standards
• Conduct thorough code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain high code quality
• Mentor junior developers and promote continuous learning within the team
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues and performance challenges
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and advocate for their use when beneficial
• Contribute to technical documentation including design specs, user guides, and release notes

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering high-quality software solutions and maintaining large-scale, distributed systems
• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and testing methodologies (unit, integration, automated testing)
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Scrum Master are a plus
• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of personal work
• Strong proficiency in multiple programming languages: JavaScript, SQL, React, NodeJS, Python, and C#
• Extensive experience with frameworks/libraries like React, Razor, and ExpressJS
• Skilled in both relational (SQL Server, MySQL) and non-relational databases with expertise in design and optimization
• Proficient with version control tools (Git) and collaborative workflows
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and AWS ECS
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills

Disability Confident

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Benefits

• Circa £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Up to 4% discretionary bonus based on performance
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Generous pension scheme with matched contributions (5%-6%)
• Life Assurance
• Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Learning & Development opportunities, including funded training sponsorships
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health cash plan

At Arcus, we're passionate about nurturing talent and providing industry-leading development opportunities to help you grow your career.