At AQA, we’re committed to advancing education and we’re committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it’s our people who make this happen.
Software Developer
Permanent
Hybrid/Smart Working
Joining our Assessment Technology team means you’ll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students on behalf of a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below.
What you’ll do:
You’ll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers, and Quality Control professionals, you’ll use your skills to bring valuable features to life.
Why you’ll succeed:
Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles.
Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT.
Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks).
Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events.
What’s in it for you:
At AQA, we recognize our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes:
Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home.
Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year.
Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart.
Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions.
Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme.
Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice.
Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover.
What next?
If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response!
We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early.
AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique.
About Us
AQA is an independent charity that sets and marks over half of all GCSEs and A-levels in the UK every year. Our purpose is to advance education by helping students and teachers to realise their potential. As part of AQA, you’ll very quickly appreciate the determination and unwavering passion to deliver this goal in everything we do. To help drive these ambitions, AQA invests in the development of its people by offering a range of professional development and learning opportunities leading to over 50% of our permanent roles being filled internally. Reasonable Adjustments If you have any requirements for reasonable adjustments in relation to the application, interview or the prospective job, please contact
Faye Harrison (she/her)
at
fharrison@aqa.org.uk
or on
07813 724161 . We are asking for this information to make the process as equitable as possible for each candidate. Please note that Faye will not be able to assist you with enquiries regarding Temporary vacancies or non-recruitment enquiries. Full Job Description
Summary The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles. Experience of the following is desirable: Entity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap, Web Services & REST API Development, React, Typescript, GIT. Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential. Proven experience of implementing design patterns. Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment. Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test. Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks. Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial. Commercial development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server. Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.
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AQA is an independent charity that sets and marks over half of all GCSEs and A-levels in the UK every year. Our purpose is to advance education by helping students and teachers to realise their potential. As part of AQA, you’ll very quickly appreciate the determination and unwavering passion to deliver this goal in everything we do. To help drive these ambitions, AQA invests in the development of its people by offering a range of professional development and learning opportunities leading to over 50% of our permanent roles being filled internally. Reasonable Adjustments If you have any requirements for reasonable adjustments in relation to the application, interview or the prospective job, please contact
Faye Harrison (she/her)
at
fharrison@aqa.org.uk
or on
07813 724161 . We are asking for this information to make the process as equitable as possible for each candidate. Please note that Faye will not be able to assist you with enquiries regarding Temporary vacancies or non-recruitment enquiries. Full Job Description
Summary The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles. Experience of the following is desirable: Entity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap, Web Services & REST API Development, React, Typescript, GIT. Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential. Proven experience of implementing design patterns. Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment. Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test. Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks. Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial. Commercial development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server. Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.
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