Software Developer

Jonas Software UK; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event technology firm in Wallingford is seeking a Software Developer to enhance its events platform. Candidates should have over 3 years of software development experience, proficient in C# and Agile methodologies. This role offers opportunities to work on full product life cycles and to take part in a robust, collaborative environment. Competitive salary and benefits are included.

Benefits

Generous car parking

On-site cafeteria

Gym access

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in software development.
• Team lead experience, ideally as a Scrum Master.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze software requirements with Technical Director and Product Owner.
• Design and agree on solution architecture.
• Work on app development in an Agile environment.

Skills

Software Development

Agile methodologies

C#

JavaScript/TypeScript

RESTful APIs

SQL

Team leadership

Education

Technical qualification in maths or computing

Tools

Visual Studio

Postman

Git

Job description

Description

Software Developer - Jonas Event Technology UK

We are seeking a Software Developer to take on an exciting role within our busy team.

You will be tasked with updating and creating our events platform.

You will have the opportunity to work on the full product life cycle using agile methodologies. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, solving complex problems.

You will report to the Technical Director and work closely with the Product Owner and Development Team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The role itself is varied and will include :

• Analyse and understand the software requirements with Technical Director and Product Owner.
• Consult with other stakeholders to ensure a fully developed understanding of requirements and challenges.
• Help design and agree and a solution architecture with Technical Director. If should be shown to be robust, scalable, and high performance.
• Hands‑on app development in an Agile environment. Planning, executing, and reviewing within 2‑week Sprint cycle.
• Write unit tests as required. Ensure the solution is technically documented as required.
• Test and review your own and others software code for technical accuracy, standards, and functional compliance to the design. Review and feedback on other team members Pull Requests.
• Plan releases of software with the Product Owner. Complete the development lifecycle using Beta, Release Candidate and Production stages. Including reaching milestones and deadlines.
• Performance improvement and refactoring of legacy code in the existing solution.
• Work as the Scrum Master for the team. Help create and update estimates for the sprint.
• Follow and contribute to software development processes and standards by participating in the Retrospective.
• Share knowledge and skills with others and look to learn new technology and techniques on an ongoing basis.
• Highlight task level issues and risks as appropriate and assist in finding solutions.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Android, iOS and Windows cross-platform app development and release to App stores.
• .Net Framework / .Net Core / .Net MAUI
• Strong programming skills; C#, JavaScript / Typescript, VB.Net
• Working with web‑based APIs
• JSON, OAuth / JWT, web hooks, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Strong object‑oriented design and implementation
• Microsoft SQL (T‑SQL), stored procedures, normalised database design
• Vue.JS, Node, React
• Familiar with tools : Visual Studio, Postman, DevOps, Git

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

With a good academic qualification not degree level of equivalent in a technical subject, preferably in maths or computing.

Possess a minimum of 3 years’ experience within software development, ideally gained within a vertical software solutions market.

Team lead experience ideally acting as a Scrum Master.

Good verbal and written communication skills. You should be comfortable relating technical subjects to key stakeholders and welcome feedback.

Results driven and self‑motivated. You should be resourceful and persistent.

A collaborative team player and willing to take personal and joint responsibility for resolution of issues.

Quality and customer-focused and good attention to detail.

Creative and flexible thinking to develop innovative ideas and solutions. You would possess an optimistic ‘can do’ attitude.

Logical and analytical, with a methodical approach to problem‑solving.

Occasional planned travel may be required and therefore applicants must possess a full driving licence and be prepared to stay away from home.

COMPETENCIES

• Decision Quality
• Intellectual Horsepower
• Functional / Technical Skills
• Learning on the Fly
• Problem Solving
• Peer Relationships
• Standing Alone

OUR COMPANY

We are an award‑winning events software company that work within the trade exhibition, consumer, and conference market.

We pride ourselves on our strapline ‘Passionate People, Intelligent Solutions’ and feel these are the elements that differentiate us from our competition. With a wealth of knowledge & experience, rapid product development, strong relationships, and the ability to be flexible, we are the perfect event tech partner.

We help deliver over 250 events a year. We are passionate innovators in our industry for over 25 years. Our intelligent solutions work online, mobile, and onsite and at over 80 venues in the UK and abroad.

Our offices are located at the beautiful Howbery Business Park (www.howberypark.com) a unique setting in 70 acres of Oxfordshire countryside by the Thames. There are opportunities to join active social clubs, join the on‑site gym and a children’s day nursery, go running / walking or mess about on the river.

The park’s cafeteria provides onsite hot meals, and lunch options. Indoor and outdoor seating is available as well as a takeaway service.

We enjoy informal staff led company socials.

There is generous car parking, and bus links to Oxford, Wallingford, Henley and Reading. Wallingford is a 10‑minute walk away.

Business Unit :

Showdata

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

37.5

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More About Jonas Software :

Jonas Software is the leading provider of enterprise management software solutions to the Country and Golf Clubs, Foodservice, Construction, Fitness & Sports, Attractions, Salon & Spa, Education, Radiology / Laboratory Information Systems, and Product Licensing industries. Within these vertical markets, Jonas is made up of over 65 distinct brands, which are respected and leaders within their own domain.

Jonas’ vision is to be the branded global leader across the aforementioned vertical markets and to be recognized by customers and respective industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of ‘Software for Life’ and as an ambassador for technology, product innovation, quality, and customer service.

Jonas Software is the valued technology partner of over 60,000 customers worldwide in more than 30 countries. Jonas employs over 2,000 skilled individuals consisting of a cross-section of industry experts and technology professionals. Jonas is headquartered in Canada and also operates offices throughout North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia New Zealand and Africa. Jonas is a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., headquartered in Toronto and traded on the S&P / TSX 60.

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