Software Engineer

The Nottingham; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading financial services company as a Software Engineer, responsible for developing innovative Salesforce Cloud applications and APIs. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior developers in an agile environment that values diversity and growth. Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus scheme

Medicash healthcare scheme

29 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering high quality software solutions independently and within teams.
• Ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Proven leadership abilities and strong business understanding.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver advanced Salesforce Cloud solutions using Lightning Web Components.
• Build and maintain secure REST and SOAP APIs.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to a pod of developers.

Skills

Salesforce Development

API Integration

Technical Leadership

Effective Communication

Agile Mindset

Education

Degree in Computing-related subject

A-level standard

Job description

About The Role

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours

Location: Head Office, Nottingham (Hybrid working, minimum 2 days per week)

Application process: Please apply via the application button which will direct you to our careers site. If you require any adjustments to assist you in applying, please contact [e-mail]

Join us at The Nottingham as a Software Engineer and play a key role in delivering innovative and high quality technical solutions that support our core operations and future growth. You will lead the development of advanced Salesforce Cloud applications, contribute to architectural decisions, and work closely with cross functional teams to deliver meaningful and user focused solutions.

We are looking for someone with strong technical expertise, a passion for continuous learning, and a collaborative approach. If you are excited about building scalable systems, supporting and mentoring others, and making a real difference in an inclusive and agile environment that values diversity and personal development, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Here’s a taste of what you will be doing as a Software Engineer at Nottingham Building Society: -

• Salesforce Development:Design and deliver advanced Salesforce Cloud solutions using Lightning Web Components (LWC), ensuring they are accessible, scalable and user centred.
• Application Programming Interface (API) Integration:Build and maintain secure Representational State Transfer (REST) and Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP) APIs that enable smooth and reliable integration across internal and external platforms.
• Collaborative Working:Partner with cross functional teams including product managers, solution architects and quality assurance (QA) professionals to co-create impactful and inclusive solutions.
• Technical Leadership:Provide guidance and mentorship to a dedicated pod of developers, supporting them through all stages of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Solution Design:Translate business and technical needs into well structured, inclusive and effective solutions that make the most of our platform capabilities.
• Continuous Improvement:Champion best practices by implementing Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, maintaining clear documentation and promoting high coding standards.
• Platform Innovation:Stay informed about the latest Salesforce developments and proactively suggest new features and enhancements to improve our services and user experience.
• Service Support:Act as a senior technical contact during urgent or out of hours issues, ensuring continuity and a smooth transition into live service.

About you: -

• Technical Excellence:Proven experience in software engineering with the ability to deliver high quality, well documented solutions independently and as part of a team.
• Effective Communication:Confident in engaging with both technical and non-technical colleagues, translating complex ideas into clear, accessible language.
• Leadership and Business Awareness:Demonstrates leadership qualities, strong business understanding, and a customer focused approach to delivering value.
• Agile and Adaptive Mindset:Thrives in agile, team-oriented environments, embraces innovation, and uses data and creativity to solve challenges with a growth mindset.
• Commitment to Learning:Actively seeks opportunities to expand knowledge, stay ahead of industry trends, and support the development of others through mentoring and collaboration.
• Education and Qualifications:Educated to at least A-level standard, ideally with a degree in a computing-related subject, and capable of supporting system changes and service continuity when needed.

Reward & Benefits -

• A fair and competitive salary evaluated against market data, annual discretionary bonus scheme, Medicash healthcare scheme, 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave.
• Commitment and dedication to your ongoing personal and professional development. We help you to own and grow your potential so you can be at your best in your current role and to support your future career aspirations.
• For all full-time roles we work a 35-hour working week to promote a work/life balance, we want you to be at your best inside and outside of work.
• A friendly and inclusive culture where teams genuinely strive to do the right thing by their colleagues and our customers.
• A strong sustainability agenda – we’re continually finding new ways to be kinder to the environment by reducing our carbon footprint.
• We’re passionate about giving back to the communities in which we serve as well as supporting local charities as part of the Samuel Fox Foundation. One of the many ways you can get involved is to use the 2 days per year paid leave to volunteer for causes or charities that are important to you.
• Your health and wellbeing is our priority, we encourage this through a suite of support resources, including a team of trained mental health first aiders.

Embracing Diversity Together: -

We proudly embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental cornerstone of our values. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just essential for our success but is also a reflection of the vibrant communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our internal culture to the way we approach advertising and engage with our customers.

Our commitment means actively working to eliminate barriers and biases that may hinder equal opportunities within our organisation. We strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of background, have an equal chance to thrive and advance in their careers.

We acknowledge that diversity is not just a goal to be achieved but a continuous journey toward creating an environment that embraces differences and promotes equal opportunities for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every member of our community.

About Us

We are a mutual, which means we don’t have shareholders. Instead, we’re owned by our members and use our money to do good, investing in our community, responsible causes, and – well, you. So, we’re always striving to do the right thing for our team, communities and members.

Although our history spans over 170 years, our purpose of helping our members save, plan for and protect their financial futures is enduring. At The Nottingham Building Society, we are dedicated to overcoming obstacles and turning challenges into opportunities. At the heart of our mission is our unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and building better futures by helping our customers achieve the significant milestone of owning their own home.