Principal .NET Developer

A leading North East software company are looking for a Principal Backend .NET Developer to join their growing team. They are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued. If these values resonate with you and you have a flair for crafting scalable backend software systems then this could be for you!

*This role is preferably hybrid with 2 days on site in Newcastle and 3 days from home but you can work remotely if desired*

The mission:

Since day one the owners set out on a mission to build a business that would create jobs in the local software and technology sector. They are proud to say that they built a strong reputation for doing this and have given their team the opportunity to work with many exciting customers across the globe.

The Role

• You’ll join a multidisciplined team that has grown by 50% in the last six months to build server side solutions using C#, .Net Core and framework where scalability and efficiency are all at the forefront of what you do.
•  You’ll report into the Software Development Manager but there will be a wider team of Software Developers to collaborate with. 
• Using your breadth of knowledge you'll solve technical challenges, shape architecture and support product growth at scale. 
• Although this is primarily a backend role, you will have opportunities to work on the frontend sometimes if desired and you’ll work alongside other frontend, UX/UI developers in the team on a day to day basis.

Skills required

• Commercial experience of using C# .NET Core and you must be able to show where you have applied these skills in a commercial setting across various different projects.
• Worked as part of an agile development team alongside other Software developers
• Experience in mentoring / leading more junior members of the team
• Experience with Azure DevOps and a firm approach to software testing (unit, end-to-end, integration)

Progression

Progression isn’t a one size fits all approach, to one person this might mean climbing the ladder into management and to another this might mean broadening their tech stack and trying something new. There will be a tailored progression plan put in place that meets your needs and it will flow at a pace that suits you.

The overall package:

• A salary of up to £70,000 with yearly pay rises / reviews
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays + the opportunity to buy more
• Company Pension Scheme
• Private medical
• Subsidised travel costs
• Gym access

Next Steps - Get in touch with me by applying or reach out to me on LinkedIn - Jessica Blackburn