Software Developer

TN United Kingdom; Winchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

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We’re not just your average health company; we’re aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that, we’re the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals.

As a Software Developer, you’ll work with other Developers, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and business users to develop software solutions based on business needs across Simplyhealth. You’ll be an advocate for agile development frameworks, with a drive to learn new technologies and a focus on delivering quality solutions.

Key responsibilities

1. Attending and contributing to daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, sprint demos, and retrospectives.
2. Providing accurate estimates for user stories and backlog items.
3. Translating user stories and backlog items into logical units of work.
4. Evaluating technical feasibility.
5. Translating requirements and acceptance criteria into technical solutions.
6. Producing well-structured, efficient, and reliable code within agreed timescales, using selected technologies.
7. Ensuring code is well tested, using TDD where appropriate.
8. Providing prompt fixes for defects, ensuring thorough testing before release.
9. Managing code with the chosen code management tools, ensuring timely check-in/out and awareness of impacts on team members.
10. Contributing to overall code quality through peer reviews.
11. Maintaining interest in the latest development tools and technologies, and being ready to adopt them in a fast-paced environment.
12. Applying development best practices and adhering to IT policies and standards.
13. Participating in the development community, sharing skills, knowledge, and best practices.
14. Communicating complex ideas clearly and effectively to foster understanding.