Software Engineer jobs in United Kingdom

Discover a career in your hands at HMRC. We are committed to creating a great place to work for all colleagues, offering an inclusive environment and flexible working patterns to support a fulfilling career. We welcome applications from people with diverse perspectives and experiences who have the skills to perform this role.

As a Software Developer, you will work within the Chief Engineering and Platform Office Platform Application Team, building high-quality, reliable, and maintainable digital services. You will contribute to the software developer community by following standard processes and sharing knowledge through community events and academy sessions. You will work as part of a DevOps team using Agile methodologies, collaborate with other developers to produce test-driven code, and advise on software engineering standards.

You will collaborate across disciplines to ensure the applications delivered help stakeholders achieve their aims, meet HMRC standards, and support the organisation’s strategic objectives while also meeting accessibility standards.

• Develop software to meet user needs.
• Work with your team to provide estimates on user stories, tasks, and requirements.
• Follow standard methodology guidelines and help improve those guidelines.
• Write clean, secure, and well-tested code.
• Coach and mentor junior colleagues.
• Operate the services you build and identify issues in production.

The role requires experience in the following essential criteria and related capabilities:

• Being confident and comfortable in developing in C#, the .NET Framework, MVC for web applications including HTML5, CSS, Bootstrap.
• Knowledge of SOLID Principles, MySQL/MSSQL relational databases, database architecture, and integrity constraints; proficient with Microsoft Office Products.
• Hands-on experience in the lifecycle development process, delivering products within specific timescales, and engaging with key stakeholders.
• Ability to work with a range of team members to record system requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

• Experience of IT development using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Knowledge of version control systems such as Git.

Salary and benefits: alongside salary of £37,682, HMRC contributes £10,916 towards a Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Flexible and Hybrid Working policies are available; we welcome flexible working arrangements where possible.

Benefits also include leave starting at 25 days (rising to 30), pension contributions, family-friendly policies, personal support, and coaching and development opportunities. For more on HMRC benefits and what it’s like to work for HMRC, see the advert and related information.

• Security: Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and meet security requirements (Security Check). Baseline security standard checks may apply to government contractors.
• Eligibility and nationality: Please review eligibility information before submitting your application.
• Disclosures: A reserve/merit list process may be used; candidates will be informed of outcomes.
• Disability and reasonable adjustments: We offer reasonable adjustments to assist applicants; contact the recruitment team for support.