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
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