Senior Software Developer

Bright Horizons; Northampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Northampton is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to lead scalable software solutions development. This role involves extensive use of ASP.NET, C#, and Microsoft SQL Server, along with mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of relevant experience, robust problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset. Join us in shaping the future of enterprise applications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with ASP.NET Web Forms, .NET Core, and C# in a professional setting.
• Deep expertise in T-SQL and Microsoft SQL Server, including performance tuning and stored procedures.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain robust web applications using ASP.NET Web Forms and C#.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, QA engineers, and DevOps.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and architectural discussions.

Skills

ASP.NET Web Forms

C#

T-SQL

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

jQuery

Entity Framework

RESTful API

Azure services

Microsoft Power platform

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Visual Studio

IIS

Git

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Engineer to lead the development of scalable, enterprise-grade software solutions and play a pivotal role in our ongoing digital transformation initiatives. This role is ideal for a passionate technologist who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain robust web applications using ASP.NET Web Forms and C#.
• Architect and implement scalable backend solutions with Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL.
• Leverage Entity Framework for efficient data access and ORM strategies.
• Build responsive and intuitive user interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery.
• Develop and consume RESTful APIs to support system integrations and data exchange.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, QA engineers, and DevOps.
• Utilize tools such as Visual Studio, IIS, and Git for development, deployment, and version control.
• Contribute to Azure-based application development, including cloud services, integrations, and deployment pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring high system reliability and performance.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews, architectural discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with ASP.NET Web Forms, .NET Core and C# in a professional setting.
• Deep expertise in T-SQL and Microsoft SQL Server, including performance tuning and stored procedures.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and critical thinker
• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system integration
• Demonstrated success in leading or contributing to large digital transformation projects.
• Strong experience with Entity Framework for ORM and data access patterns.
• Solid front-end development skills with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery.
• Familiarity with development and deployment tools such as Visual Studio, IIS, and Git.
• Proven experience with RESTful API design and integration.
• Exposure to Azure services and cloud-native application development is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Experience with Microsoft Power platform