Software Developer (Desktop App Developer)

Adecco; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Software Developer for desktop app development. The role involves modernising applications, implementing security measures, and working with .NET technologies. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in .NET development. This position offers a hybrid working model and competitive salary.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Health cash plan & lifestyle benefits

Social events & volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in .NET desktop application development.
• Experience with WinUI 3, UWP (preferred), or WPF.
• Understanding of MVVM, design patterns, and secure development practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modernise desktop applications using WinUI 3, .NET 8+, Windows App SDK.
• Maintain and improve existing applications.
• Implement security and data protection measures.

Skills

Desktop application development

.NET frameworks

Agile methodology

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

WinUI 3

UWP

WPF

Azure DevOps

GitHub

Job description

Overview

Software Developer - Desktop App Development (WinUI3, UWP, WPF) – Location: Bristol (Hybrid / Remote Working Available) – £45,000 - £50,000 plus excellent benefits

Responsibilities

• Develop and modernise desktop applications using WinUI 3, .NET 8+, Windows App SDK
• Maintain and improve existing applications
• Write clean, secure, maintainable code following best practices
• Implement security and data protection measures
• Work with technologies such as UWP (preferred) and WPF, with familiarity in WinUI 3
• Integrate third-party toolkits such as Windows Community Toolkit, Syncfusion, Telerik
• Participate actively in Agile practices
• Use Azure DevOps for task tracking and GitHub for version control & CI/CD pipelines

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
• 3+ years' experience in .NET desktop application development
• Experience with WinUI 3, UWP (preferred), or WPF
• Familiarity with the Windows App SDK
• Proven Agile software development experience
• Understanding of MVVM, design patterns, and secure development practices

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)
• Generous pension scheme
• Group Life Assurance & Income Protection
• Health cash plan & lifestyle benefits
• Social events & volunteering opportunities

How to apply

If you are ready to work with modern .NET technologies and contribute to high-impact projects - apply today by emailing your CV to (url removed)