Senior Software Developer - V05868

Senior Software Developer - V05868

Posted 1 day ago by Outsource UK

Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
Preston, Lancashire, UK

Summary: The Senior Software Developer role involves supporting the Engineering Support Subsystem (ESS) for the RAF, focusing on the development of .NET (C#) desktop applications integrated with Oracle databases. The position requires collaboration within a team to analyze requirements, design software, and maintain robust code. Candidates must have strong C#/.NET experience and knowledge of WPF/WinForms. The role is hybrid, requiring 1-2 days on-site work in Warton.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyse requirements and contribute to software design
  • Develop and maintain robust, scalable code
  • Write tests and technical documentation
  • Support integration, build, and testing activities
  • Contribute to tooling, standards, and team improvements

Key Skills:

  • Strong C#/.NET experience
  • Knowledge of VB6
  • WPF and/or WinForms
  • Git/ClearCase, Azure DevOps
  • Oracle, SQL, XML
  • Automated testing tools
  • TDD, SOLID, Agile
  • STEM degree or equivalent experience required

Salary (Rate): £44.00 Hourly

City: Preston

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Senior Software Developer Warton (Hybrid: 1-2 days on site) £34.77 PAYE or £44.31 Umbrella (inside IR35) 12-Month Contract BPSS required (SC in progress, ITAR restrictions apply)

Overview We're looking for Senior Software Developers to support the Engineering Support Subsystem (ESS)-a critical platform used by the RAF to monitor, diagnose, and maintain combat aircraft systems. You'll join a collaborative team developing primarily .NET (C#) desktop applications (WPF/WinForms) integrated with Oracle databases.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyse requirements and contribute to software design
  • Develop and maintain robust, scalable code
  • Write tests and technical documentation
  • Support integration, build, and testing activities
  • Contribute to tooling, standards, and team improvements

Skills & Experience

Essential:

  • Strong C#/.NET experience
  • Knowledge of VB6
  • WPF and/or WinForms

Desirable:

  • Git/ClearCase, Azure DevOps
  • Oracle, SQL, XML
  • Automated testing tools
  • TDD, SOLID, Agile

Additional Info

  • 37 hours/week, flexible working hours
  • STEM degree or equivalent experience required