Software Engineer (Team Sycamore)
Application Deadline:
7 February 2025 Department:
IT Employment Type:
Permanent - Full Time Location:
Home United Kingdom
Description
Do you want to work for a forward-thinking, award-winning in-house software development team? Does working in a positive culture matter to you? Are you passionate about new technologies? At Davies, you will be part of an innovative team that thrives on collaboration and independence to achieve our goals. We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive workplace, where 66% of senior positions are held by women.
Why Davies? Dynamic Environment:
We offer a fast-paced and growing work environment. Empowered Team:
We trust our team to work independently while fostering strong teamwork. Flexibility:
We are flexible with working patterns to support a healthy work-life balance. Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
About the Role:
Davies Group is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Software Engineer to join their team. The role is varied, and you will work on projects such as creating new Claims Management Systems, continuous improvement of our existing Metrix systems, and bespoke back-office systems. You will primarily develop in PHP on a LAMP/WAMP stack but will also utilize JavaScript and CSS skills to produce modern, professional, and responsive systems. The work is performed in a relaxed environment under an “Agile” working methodology using a variety of in-house frameworks and public PHP libraries. As we work in an agile way, we are looking for someone with C#/.NET and general OO experience.
What will your day look like:
Assist in defining and adhering to development patterns and standards. Develop and support applications using primary PHP with also C#, .NET and React. Contribute to various development projects across different business areas. Support business as usual activities or project deadlines, including out-of-hours work when required.
What We’re Looking For:
Proven experience in PHP, C#, and .NET development alongside a front-end framework such as React. Knowledge of Agile/Scrum frameworks. A flexible and adaptable approach to work. Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Knowledge and Abilities:
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in OO languages such as PHP and C#. Non-framework PHP development. JavaScript & jQuery. MySQL database design, normalization, and query writing. Test-driven development. Secure coding (e.g., applying OWASP principles).
Desirable:
PHP frameworks (excluding WordPress). React. Front end / UI/ UX. Agile work methodology. Testing other developers’ code. Unit, End-2-End, and Automation Testing. CICD. Working on both Windows and Linux operating Systems. AWS. Docker. APIs. SOLID principles.
Benefits
Career & Purpose:
Davies Innovation Lab, Leadership training programme, Funding for professional qualifications, Thrive at Davies; learning opportunities. Environmental & Social:
The Davies Foundation, Local charity funding, Pennies To Heaven, Employee Resource Groups, Employee volunteering programme. Financial Health:
Pension, 5% employee and 5% employer contribution, My Choices at Davies provides; High Street discounts and Financial wellbeing hub, Life assurance: x4, Refer a Friend, Cycle to Work Scheme, Lease car salary sacrifice, Davies Incentive Plan, Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Mental, Physical & Emotional Wellbeing:
Wellbeing centre; move, munch, money & mind focus, Discounts with 100's of UK retailers, EAP; 24/7 confidential helpline, 25 days holiday, increases to 26 days after 5 years and 27 after 10 years, Flexible working; hybrid, work from home or join a collaborative office space, Dress for your day, Inclusive employment policies (e.g., Menopause, fostering friendly, fertility, sabbatical policy, and baby loss and miscarriage), Flexible benefits include; holiday purchase plan and an opportunity to purchase health cash plan and BUPA dental plan.
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Application Deadline:
7 February 2025 Department:
IT Employment Type:
Permanent - Full Time Location:
Home United Kingdom
Description
Do you want to work for a forward-thinking, award-winning in-house software development team? Does working in a positive culture matter to you? Are you passionate about new technologies? At Davies, you will be part of an innovative team that thrives on collaboration and independence to achieve our goals. We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive workplace, where 66% of senior positions are held by women.
Why Davies? Dynamic Environment:
We offer a fast-paced and growing work environment. Empowered Team:
We trust our team to work independently while fostering strong teamwork. Flexibility:
We are flexible with working patterns to support a healthy work-life balance. Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
About the Role:
Davies Group is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Software Engineer to join their team. The role is varied, and you will work on projects such as creating new Claims Management Systems, continuous improvement of our existing Metrix systems, and bespoke back-office systems. You will primarily develop in PHP on a LAMP/WAMP stack but will also utilize JavaScript and CSS skills to produce modern, professional, and responsive systems. The work is performed in a relaxed environment under an “Agile” working methodology using a variety of in-house frameworks and public PHP libraries. As we work in an agile way, we are looking for someone with C#/.NET and general OO experience.
What will your day look like:
Assist in defining and adhering to development patterns and standards. Develop and support applications using primary PHP with also C#, .NET and React. Contribute to various development projects across different business areas. Support business as usual activities or project deadlines, including out-of-hours work when required.
What We’re Looking For:
Proven experience in PHP, C#, and .NET development alongside a front-end framework such as React. Knowledge of Agile/Scrum frameworks. A flexible and adaptable approach to work. Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Knowledge and Abilities:
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in OO languages such as PHP and C#. Non-framework PHP development. JavaScript & jQuery. MySQL database design, normalization, and query writing. Test-driven development. Secure coding (e.g., applying OWASP principles).
Desirable:
PHP frameworks (excluding WordPress). React. Front end / UI/ UX. Agile work methodology. Testing other developers’ code. Unit, End-2-End, and Automation Testing. CICD. Working on both Windows and Linux operating Systems. AWS. Docker. APIs. SOLID principles.
Benefits
Career & Purpose:
Davies Innovation Lab, Leadership training programme, Funding for professional qualifications, Thrive at Davies; learning opportunities. Environmental & Social:
The Davies Foundation, Local charity funding, Pennies To Heaven, Employee Resource Groups, Employee volunteering programme. Financial Health:
Pension, 5% employee and 5% employer contribution, My Choices at Davies provides; High Street discounts and Financial wellbeing hub, Life assurance: x4, Refer a Friend, Cycle to Work Scheme, Lease car salary sacrifice, Davies Incentive Plan, Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Mental, Physical & Emotional Wellbeing:
Wellbeing centre; move, munch, money & mind focus, Discounts with 100's of UK retailers, EAP; 24/7 confidential helpline, 25 days holiday, increases to 26 days after 5 years and 27 after 10 years, Flexible working; hybrid, work from home or join a collaborative office space, Dress for your day, Inclusive employment policies (e.g., Menopause, fostering friendly, fertility, sabbatical policy, and baby loss and miscarriage), Flexible benefits include; holiday purchase plan and an opportunity to purchase health cash plan and BUPA dental plan.
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