Software Developer

Software Developer

Location: Manchester (Hybrid)Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 DOE

The Opportunity

We’re partnered with a leading software development company in Manchester that is scaling its engineering function to support major new product initiatives. They’re now looking for a .NET Software Developer who enjoys modern Microsoft technologies, clean code, and building high-performing, scalable applications.

This role is perfect for someone who wants technical ownership, the chance to shape solutions, and the opportunity to work in a product-focused environment where engineering quality truly matters.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing and developing applications using C#, .NET 6+, and ASP.NET Core.
• Building APIs and microservices that power complex software products.
• Working with Azure services and cloud-native patterns.
• Writing clean, secure, and maintainable code following best practices.
• Collaborating closely with Product Owners, QA, DevOps, and other developers.
• Contributing to architectural discussions and influencing design decisions.
• Performing code reviews and encouraging high technical standards.
• Working across the full SDLC in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Tech Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Commercial experience with C# and the .NET ecosystem.
• Strong experience with ASP.NET Core (Web API / MVC).
• Good understanding of relational databases (SQL Server or PostgreSQL).
• Experience with Entity Framework Core.
• Exposure to Azure and cloud-based deployments.
• Confident in Git workflows and CI/CD processes.
• Familiarity with unit and integration testing.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with microservices.
• Containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Messaging technologies (Service Bus, RabbitMQ, Kafka).
• Front-end experience with React/Angular/Vue (not essential).
• Infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Bicep).
• Knowledge of industry-standard authentication patterns.

The Person

• Practical problem-solver with a quality-driven mindset.
• Strong communicator who enjoys collaborating in cross-functional teams.
• Passionate about modern .NET practices and improving systems.
• Able to work independently while contributing positively to team culture.

Benefits Package

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Hybrid working (Manchester HQ)
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Annual professional development budget
• Performance-linked annual bonus
• Enhanced parental leave
• Tech equipment budget / choice of laptop
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Monthly wellness allowance
• Regular engineering hack days & knowledge-sharing events

Why Apply for this role 

• Modern .NET tech stack with room to learn and advance.
• Clear path to Senior Developer or Tech Lead positions.
• Product-focused work with real technical influence.
• Growing Manchester office with an engineering-first culture.
• Flexible and supportive working environment.