Software Developer (Virtual Auctions)

Cox Automotive; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive technology company seeks a Software Engineer to join their Tech Team in Manchester. You'll develop and maintain software for a Virtual Auctions Platform, collaborating in a forward-thinking environment using modern technologies such as .NET, C#, and Azure DevOps. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of software engineering experience and proficiency in Agile methodologies. This role offers opportunities for growth and impactful contributions to the automotive auction experience.

Benefits

Continuous learning environment

Collaborative team atmosphere

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a software engineering role.
• Familiarity with TDD and Agile (Scrum) methodologies.
• Bonus points for experience with AWS/Azure or React.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing clean, maintainable code.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Writing unit and integration tests.

Skills

Proficiency in .NET (C#)

JavaScript

Strong communication skills

Agile methodologies

Tools

Docker

GitHub Actions

Azure DevOps

Job description

Overview

The Role: Join Our Tech Team as a Software Engineer at Cox Automotive Europe! Are you ready to build software that powers the future of automotive auctions across Europe? At Cox Automotive Europe, we're not just writing code - we're transforming the way vehicles are bought and sold. We're seeking a Software Engineer to join our Product Engineering team within Enterprise Technology. You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking group delivering high-quality, scalable solutions for our Virtual Auctions Platform, a system that handles hundreds of vehicle transactions daily across the UK.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Impactful Work: Your code will directly support the UK and European Wholesale division, helping streamline vehicle auctions and improve customer experiences.
• Growth Culture: We foster a challenging yet supportive environment where creativity and continuous learning are encouraged.
• Modern Tech Stack: Work with .NET, C#, JavaScript, Azure DevOps, and more - and grow your skills with tools like Docker, GitHub Actions, and React.

What You'll Be Doing

• Designing and developing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features.
• Writing unit and integration tests to ensure robust performance.
• Participating in Agile ceremonies and contributing to team knowledge sharing.
• Continuously learning and staying up to date with the latest in tech.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a software engineering role.
• Proficiency in .NET (C#), MVC, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and SQL Server.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, TDD, and Agile (Scrum) methodologies.
• Bonus points for experience with AWS/Azure, Docker, GitHub Enterprise, or React.

What Sets You Apart

• Strong communication skills - you can talk tech with developers and translate it for stakeholders.
• A proactive mindset - you ask the right questions and challenge the status quo.
• A team player who thrives in both collaborative and independent settings.