Software Developer

Contract Personnel Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Software Developer to enhance their IT team. The role focuses on architecting software solutions on the Salesforce platform, ensuring system reliability and supporting company growth. Candidates should have strong expertise in software development, particularly with JavaScript and Salesforce, ready to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Competitive remuneration and extensive benefits including hybrid working, annual leave, and ongoing professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave

Day off on birthday

4 well-being days per year

Qualification sponsorship

Employer and employee pension contributions

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in software development and systems architecture.
• Experience working in a fast-paced property sector.
• One or more years of experience in software development.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and implement custom applications on Salesforce.
• Build custom features and automate workflows.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle.

Skills

Software development expertise

JavaScript proficiency

Knowledge of Java, C/C++, Python, SQL

Salesforce knowledge

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

About Us:

Established since 1890, we continue to develop and grow our current geographical base and client portfolio.

We are currently seeking a Software Developer to bring significant value to our Information Technology team. This role is critical in architecting software solutions that bolster system reliability, enhance user support, and underpin the ambitious scalability targets of our PropTech stack.

We are specifically looking for a candidate who can introduce extensive systems knowledge of Salesforce to an established business with a rapidly growing footprint in the UK market.

This is a hands‑on position that requires collaboration with our front‑line sales and property teams, as well as close integration within the IT function. Given the fast‑paced and competitive nature of our industry, you must bring strong business acumen to the forefront. You will be expected to juggle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, demonstrating a track record of delivering robust technical results and maximising systems investment across the organisation.

Responsibilities:

• As a Software Developer you will design, code, test, and implement custom applications and solutions on the Salesforce platform to meet business needs, while collaborating with stakeholders, integrating with other systems, and ensuring system performance and data integrity.
• Build custom features, automating workflows, troubleshooting issues, optimising processes, and maintaining code quality for sales, service, finance and marketing functions.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, test, and delivery. You will facilitate design and architecture brainstorms and participate in code reviews.
• Collaborate with team members to define and implement solutions and extend system functionality.
• Troubleshoot issues, optimise performance, and ensure data quality.
• Create and maintain technical documentation with release management criteria to assist with deploying new features and updates.
• Work as a part of an Information Technology team supporting all Watsons systems and software.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven expertise in software development and systems architecture.
• Strong proficiency with JavaScript.
• Deep knowledge of programming languages such as Java, C/C++, Python, SQL.
• Great, hands‑on knowledge of Salesforce which may include accreditations.
• The ability to interpret commercial needs technical solutions.
• Experience working within the property sector or a similarly fast‑paced, industry.
• Demonstrable experience in managing multiple tasks and projects to deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, capable of supporting stakeholders and non‑technical staff in delivering best results.
• One or more years of experience in software development

Personal Attributes:

• Problem‑solving abilities.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a hands‑on, multi‑disciplined environment.
• Client‑focused with a drive to add value and exceed expectations.

Rewards & Benefits:

£45-£60K circa base salary per annum based on skills, knowledge, experience. Benefits include 5‑weeks annual leave, day‑off on birthday and 4‑well‑being days per year, Employment Hero reward platform, hybrid working and flexible working, inclusive working environment with open communication, qualification sponsorship and subscription fees, ongoing CPD development through conferences and events, employer and employee pension contribution, industry leading technology.