Software Engineer
Sword Group, Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees
- Full time
- Permanent
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Sword Group, Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees
- Onsite working
- Full time
- Permanent
Posted 6 days ago, 29 Jun
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Full Job Description
As a Software Engineer with us, you'll be part of a close-knit team delivering high-quality, scalable software solutions across the full stack using modern Microsoft technologies. You'll play a hands-on role in the full development lifecycle - from gathering requirements and designing solutions to building, testing, and deploying them in Azure. You'll be working primarily with C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, JavaScript, Angular, and SQL Server to develop and maintain both internal and client-facing applications. Your day-to-day could include writing robust APIs, improving database performance, enhancing user interfaces, or collaborating with stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver real business value. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to new feature development, drive continuous improvement of our systems, and support clients by solving technical problems that make a real difference. You'll also play an active role in Agile ceremonies, work within Azure DevOps to manage your workflow, and contribute to documentation that supports quality delivery. If you enjoy solving complex problems, writing clean code, and working with a supportive and forward-thinking team, this role offers the variety and challenge you're looking for. As the Software Engineer, you will:
- Designing and developing full-stack applications using C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, HTML, JavaScript, JQuery, Angular and SQL Server.
- Writing clean, efficient and testable code that powers data-driven applications and APIs.
- Deploying and supporting applications in Microsoft Azure.
- Creating and optimising SQL Server queries and routines to improve performance and reliability.
- Investigating and resolving technical issues reported by users, collaborating across teams to deliver fixes.
- Engaging with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
- Managing tasks and contributing to project timelines in Azure DevOps.
- Supporting the delivery of new software applications and enhancements to existing platforms.
- Producing technical documentation including user guides, specs and test plans.
- Collaborating with and supporting other team members as part of a dynamic development environment., At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don't tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we're looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us.
Proven experience developing in .NET/C# and ASP.NET MVC. - Strong knowledge of SQL Server, including writing and optimising queries.
- Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (ideally Angular) and front-end development.
- Understanding of RESTful APIs and cloud-based application deployment, particularly in Azure.
- Familiarity with Azure DevOps and Agile project delivery.
- Analytical thinking and a proactive approach to problem solving.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- A commitment to delivering excellent service and user-focused solutions. Desirable (but not essential)
- Experience with Power BI or other reporting tools.
- Exposure to DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- A background in client-facing roles or stakeholder engagement.
Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals.
At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package: - Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth.
- Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance. We can't promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can.
- A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes, an employee assistance programme, discounted cash plan and more….
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