Software Engineer - Build Scalable, User-Focused Services

The Open University UK; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Open University UK is hiring Software Engineers to join Digital Services in Milton Keynes. You will contribute to the design, development, and support of high-quality software solutions across the full software lifecycle, collaborating in agile, product-focused teams.

As part of our modern engineering landscape, you will work with .NET Core, REST APIs, React, cloud platforms, and DevOps practices. This role offers hybrid working arrangements with opportunities for growth and service

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing and deployment.
• Strong ability to design and develop scalable, efficient software solutions.
• Proficient in functional and non-functional testing to ensure quality.
• Experience with data modelling to support application development.
• Interest in emerging technologies and their application within the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in software development across the full lifecycle from design to deployment.
• Assist with system design and documentation within architectural patterns.
• Write, test and maintain high-quality code with tests and documentation.

Skills

SDLC

Software design

Advanced testing

Data modelling

Emerging tech

Security & quality

Analysis & requirements

System operations

AI-enabled development

Tools

.NET Core

ASP.NET MVC

REST APIs

React

Next.js

OpenTelemetry

Azure

AWS

IaC

Job description

The Open University UK is hiring Software Engineers to join Digital Services in Milton Keynes. You will contribute to the design, development, and support of high-quality software solutions across the full software lifecycle, collaborating in agile, product-focused teams.

As part of our modern engineering landscape, you will work with .NET Core, REST APIs, React, cloud platforms, and DevOps practices. This role offers hybrid working arrangements with opportunities for growth and service