Senior Software Developer

First Databank; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare technology company is seeking a Senior Software Developer to join their Exeter team. This hybrid role requires strong expertise in C#, .NET, and Agile methodologies to create exceptional software solutions that impact global healthcare. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a commitment to collaboration. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including flexible work options and health & wellbeing programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Enhanced pension scheme

Health & wellbeing benefits

Flexible and hybrid working options

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Life assurance and permanent health insurance

Charity days and volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in analysis and design, C#, MVC and the .NET framework.
• Experience with test automation, TDD, DDD, refactoring and unit testing techniques.
• Knowledge of SOLID principles and T-SQL database design.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Apply and refine Agile methodologies to design, develop and deliver new features.
• Translate complex needs into elegant solutions.
• Produce robust code and conduct peer reviews to maintain quality standards.
• Leverage AI and automation tools to enhance productivity.

Skills

C#

.NET

Agile methodologies

Test automation

TDD

Refactoring

JavaScript frameworks like React

Entity Framework

Job description

Senior Software Developer - Exeter, Devon (Hybrid)

About Us

At FDB (First Databank), we create and deliver the worlds most trusted drug knowledge, enabling healthcare professionals to make critical decisions that improve patient safety, efficiency, and outcomes. Our solutions are embedded across hospitals, GP practices, pharmacies, and wider healthcare systems, supporting millions of patients every day.

Our values guide everything we do: Better Together, Clear Expectations, Constantly Curious, and Health at the Heart. If these resonate with you, you’ll feel right at home with us.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a talented software developer with expertise in C#, .NET and Agile methodologies to join us on a full‑time, permanent basis, working in a hybrid manner with at least two days per week in our Exeter office.

You’ll be joining our pioneering organisation as we make a measurable difference in global healthcare and a team where innovation thrives and collaboration is second nature. We’ll support you to deepen your technical expertise, explore emerging technologies and be part of a forward‑thinking environment.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Software Developer, you’ll be part of the team behind the next generation of FDB solutions. You’ll craft intelligent, high‑performance software that supports clinicians, patients and health systems around the world.

Working alongside product owners, designers and domain experts, you’ll use modern technologies and best‑practice principles to deliver clean, scalable and secure code.

Specifically, you will:

• Apply and refine Agile methodologies to design, develop and deliver new features
• Translate complex needs into elegant solutions
• Analyse requirements, define specifications and manage delivery through to completion
• Produce robust code and conduct peer reviews to maintain quality standards
• Embed SOLID principles, TDD and refactoring as core practices
• Leverage AI and automation tools to enhance productivity and innovation
• Integrate sustainable thinking into development

About You

• Experience in analysis and design, C#, MVC and the .NET framework
• Experience with test automation, TDD, DDD, refactoring and unit testing techniques
• Experience working within Agile and Scrum development environments
• Knowledge of SOLID principles and T‑SQL database design
• Familiarity with JavaScript frameworks such as React
• Proficiency with ORM tools such as Entity Framework

You will also need to have excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.

The Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy up to 5 additional days)
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Health & wellbeing benefits, including HealthShield cashback and coaching
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Life assurance and permanent health insurance
• Charity days and volunteering opportunities
• and many more

This is a hybrid role, with the expectation to be in the office at least two days per week.

Apply Now

You’ll be working on projects that bring a positive impact to a vital industry. Through our software, more people can be supported, healthcare becomes more efficient, and results are improved across the board.

So, if you’re ready to develop software that improves lives as a Senior Software Developer, we want to hear from you.