Application Developer
We’re looking for an Application Developer to join our Data & Development team and play a key role in building high‑quality applications and APIs that support our mission‑driven work. This role involves modernising our application estate and improving development standards and practices across the team.
Responsibilities
* Design, build and maintain applications and RESTful APIs using Java and Python.
* Develop scalable, secure solutions using Microsoft Azure services.
* Build and support CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and Git.
* Integrate applications with SQL and NoSQL databases.
* Write high‑quality, testable code and help improve development standards.
* Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in an Agile delivery environment.
Qualifications
* Practical experience in application development or a similar environment.
* Strong hands‑on experience with Java, Python and API development and integration.
* Working knowledge of Azure, cloud‑based applications and CI/CD pipelines.
* Experience with databases, automated testing and secure coding practices.
* Confidence working collaboratively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Nice to have
* Exposure to event‑driven architectures, messaging platforms or API Management tools.
* Familiarity with Infrastructure‑as‑Code, containers (Docker/Kubernetes) or data modelling concepts.
* Experience in OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect and MFA.
Salary & Benefits
Salary – Circa £47,200 (dependent on skills & experience). Benefits include:
* 10% non‑contributory pension
* 29 days holiday (inclusive of Christmas shutdown) + public holidays
* Group Life Assurance (equivalent to 4× basic salary)
* Group Income Protection (after 6 months’ service)
* Salary Sacrifice schemes (cycle to work, home & tech scheme)
* Enhanced and competitive parental leave for all parents.
* Moneyhealth’s Financial Coaching & Wellbeing Platform
* Health Cash Plan (cash back on eligible medical treatments)
* Benenden Health Care (opt‑in benefit)
* Reward & Recognition Programme
* Discounted gym membership
* Sports & Social club
* Payroll charitable giving
* Subsidised on‑site restaurant
* Free on‑site parking
Working Hours & Location
Standard working hours are 8:30 - 16:30 Monday to Thursday, early finish on Friday 8:30 - 15:45. This is a hybrid role based in Thatcham; you’ll be expected to work from the office at least two days per week.
EEO Statement
All applicants must have Right to Work in the UK.
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