Software Engineer (web)

TN United Kingdom; Gloucester; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Software Engineer to join their innovative Web Development team. In this remote-first role, you will leverage your expertise in C#, Blazor, and Microsoft Azure to create user-friendly and scalable web solutions. You'll work in an agile environment, promoting collaboration and continuous learning while contributing to impactful projects. With a commitment to diversity and employee well-being, this company offers a rewarding career path with numerous benefits, including generous holiday allowances and health-focused perks. If you're ready to make a difference in the tech landscape, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Life Assurance up to 4x salary

Income protection

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare Cashplan

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience with C# and Blazor in an Azure environment.
• Strong understanding of HTML and CSS with a focus on user experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable, high-performing marketing websites and blogs.
• Participate in agile sessions and collaborate with your team.

Skills

C#

Blazor

HTML

CSS

Microsoft Azure

User Experience

Test-driven Development

Agile Methodologies

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Umbraco

WordPress

PHP

Job description

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Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

Role: Software Engineer.

Team: Web Development.

Location: Remote first; with fortnightly to monthly face-to-face.

As one of the largest insurance groups in the world and the fifth largest employee-owned business in the UK, we manage premiums on behalf of millions of clients across a wide range of product offerings. Our development team works on solutions that innovate and prioritize the user’s needs.

Role

As a Software Engineer at Howden, you will be part of an agile team. You will utilize Microsoft Azure, Blazor, and C# to develop marketing websites and blogs, creating scalable, high-performing, and user-friendly solutions that are accessible, secure, and reliable.

You will participate in agile sessions, working closely with your team to deliver our roadmap while utilizing your technical and problem-solving skills.

Our environment promotes cross-team learning and collaboration, providing opportunities to share knowledge and grow alongside your peers.

About you:

• A keen understanding of the broader technological landscape.
• Strong understanding and demonstrable experience with HTML and CSS.
• Experience with C# and Blazor in an Azure environment.
• Experience with static site generation.
• Experience using headless content management systems.
• Experience with Umbraco.
• Some familiarity with WordPress and PHP.
• A keen eye for detail and a focus on user experience.
• Understanding of accessibility standards and needs.
• Experience with Test-driven Development and a commitment to high-quality, maintainable, and understandable code.
• Exposure to pair/group/mob programming activities.
• Strong communication skills, able to seek and provide help early and often.
• A bias towards action.
• An experimental, data-led decision-making mindset.
• Understanding of agile development methodologies.
• Knowledge of continuous delivery practices and iterative development based on feedback.
• Active participation in all agile sessions.
• Ability to demonstrate working software to stakeholders.

Rewards:

We believe that great work and dedication should be rewarded. We offer:

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), pro-rated for part-year service.
• Core benefits focused on health and financial protection, including Life Assurance up to 4x salary, income protection, and a contributory pension scheme.
• Access to a Healthcare Cashplan and various lifestyle and financial benefits such as gym discounts, salary sacrifice schemes, insurance products, retailer discounts, and Employee Assistance Programme.

What we offer in return:

A career you define. We value diversity and seek individuals who share our values: bravery, supportiveness, and positive impact.

Reasonable adjustments:

We are committed to providing accommodations to align with your needs, including flexible hours and hybrid working options where possible. If you're interested but have concerns, apply anyway, and we will assist with any adjustments you require.