Are you a skilled and motivated software developer looking to make a real impact in a supportive and forward-thinking environment?
Are you a problem-solver who loves coding?
If you are looking for a role that packs impact, join our Digital Services and Technology (DS&T) Team as our Lead Software Developer. You will be joining the VCA at an exciting time in our digital transformation programme. You will be at the forefront of developing new digital services to support daily operations, staff, customers, and stakeholders, in the UK and overseas.
If so, we would love to hear from you!
Our work is focused on improving vehicle safety and environmental protection by providing robust testing and certification to national and internationally recognised standards. We are a part of the Department of Transport as the designated UK Vehicle Type Approval Authority. With more than 40 years’ experience, we have become one of the largest and well-respected approval bodies around. This position has been built on a reputation for technical expertise and quality, which is at the heart of everything we do, and what you could be a part of.
Do not just take our word for it, here is Paul Taylor, Chief Digital & Information Officer, to tell you more. Please also refer to our Candidate Pack and VCA website for more information.
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Joining our department comes with many benefits, including:
* Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
* 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays and a privilege day for the King’s birthday
* Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
Read more in the Benefits section below!
Find out more about what it's like working at VCA: Vehicle Certification Agency - Department for Transport Careers
This job role is within Digital Services and Technology in the Vehicle Certification Agency. The postholder leads on the development and delivery forming part of our core product set of Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. This role reports into the Chief Digital & Information Officer and is part of a multi-disciplinary team who develop and manage a broad suite of digital products and applications.
Your main duties will include but will not be limited to:
* Design and Development: Lead the design, development, and implementation of custom solutions using Dynamics 365 and Power Platform.
* Full-Stack Development: Develop and maintain both front-end and back-end components of applications, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
* Collaboration: Lead and work closely with external development teams to form a cohesive hybrid development team, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
* Solution Delivery: Oversee the delivery of digital solutions, ensuring they meet business requirements and are delivered on time and within budget.
* Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
* Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality and performance of developed solutions through rigorous testing and code reviews.
* Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of development processes, code, and solutions for future reference and knowledge sharing.
* Information security: Maintain the security, confidentiality, and integrity of information systems through compliance with relevant legislation and regulations. Design, implement, and operate controls and management strategies to support this.
* Modern standards approach: Apply a modern standards approach throughout automation and testing.
* Innovation: Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, and proactively suggest improvements and innovations to enhance our digital solutions.
* User focus: Understand users and identify their needs based on evidence. Translate user stories into design approaches or services, engage with users, and prioritize user needs while managing competing priorities.
Great line management is important to us as an organization, and we will support line managers to develop their skills. We aim to empower teams to flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public.
For further information, please read the role profile. Note that the role profile is for information purposes only; not all elements may be assessed during the recruitment process.
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