Key Responsibilities Lead multi-disciplinary teams in a specific work area in the context of operating in aProfessions and Flexible Resourcing model. Plan, oversee and deliver a set of work deliverables on time and to a high standard through effective project management and support of multidisciplinary team members. Delivery of set of team deliverables, and managing and co-ordinating successful outcomes across team members and collaborating teams: Sets clear and transparent work objectives, milestones and success metrics at team and individual level to oversee and co-ordinate successful team outcomes. Collaborates closely with other teams to manage interdependencies, risks and resourcing to support portfolio delivery. Demonstrates effective diversity and inclusive team management within their team and the wider organisation. Key Outputs and Deliverables Ensuring that software products developed internally and externally are technically and functionally suitable for Ofgem. Ensuring that Software Developers and Automation Testers are working to up to date best practices and advancing professionally in a clear career path. Delivering regular software development iterations through the team for products, working in collaboration with Product Managers, Delivery Managers, Business Analysts, Solution Architects, Infrastructure, Information Security, User Stakeholders, and external delivery partners. Contributing to and advancing the digital technology strategy. Contributing to and advancing ideas for continuous improvement, and quality improvement opportunities. Ensuring that products are supported effectively with 3rd line support, working in collaboration with the Applications Support team. Person specification Essential Criteria Substantial expertise as a Microsoft Software Developer with essential skills and proven expertise in the following technologies: (LEAD) - Microsoft .NET (C#) - SQL Server Development - ASP.Net MVC - Test Driven Development (TDD) - Continuous Integration, build and deployment automation. Proven aptitude for leadership, e.g., through formal or informal management/mentoring of others. Extensive experience working collaboratively with diverse colleagues. Knowledge and experience of: - Development techniques and design patterns - Agile Methodologies - Relational database design - SQL Stored procedures - Unit Test Frameworks and Tools (Nunit, Moq, etc) - Version Control tools and workflows (Azure DevOps, GIT). A good working knowledge of some of the following technologies: - Microservices - .NetCore - Entity Framework - Dependency Injection - Cloud Technologies (Azure) - DevOps. Desirable Criteria Experience of building and supporting the teams delivering the work including effective scoping of work and setting of clear responsibilities. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Making Effective Decisions Working Together Leadership Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: You will also be asked to complete a technical test. Full details of the test will be included in the invitation to interview Benefits Alongside your salary of 61,446, OFGEM contributes 17,800 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Ofgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes; 30 days annual leave after 2 years; Excellent training and development opportunities; The opportunity to join the generous Civil Service pension which also includes a valuable range of benefits; Hybrid working (currently 1 day a week in the office but is in review), flexible working hours and family friendly policies. Plus lots of other benefits including clean and bright offices based centrally, engaged networks and teams and an opportunity to contribute to our ambitious and important targets of establishing a Net Zero energy system by 2050. This exciting blend of professional challenge and personal reward identifies career opportunities at Ofgem as something to get excited about. Things you need to know Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills. When you press the Apply now button,asked to provide a 1250 word personal statement evidencing how you meet the essential and desirable skills and capabilities listed in the role profile. 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