Backend Developer

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Backend Software Engineer

Are you ready to take on the challenge of solving complex engineering problems with cutting-edge technologies? Sage is looking for a passionate Software Engineer Backend to build, enhance, and maintain products and systems that drive our business forward and exceed customer expectations.

*This role is a hybrid role – 3 days per week in our Newcastle Office*

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Innovative Technologies: Dive into the world of .NET C# framework and tackle difficult assignments with your broad knowledge of software development principles, practices, and procedures.
• High-Quality Development: Successfully develop, deliver, and maintain high-quality software, including requirements, design, code, and documentation.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with product managers to shape product definitions, ensuring flexibility, extensibility, and robustness.
• Cross-Functional Teams: Collaborate with various Sage teams, including product management, QA/XD, and different product lines or business units, to drive results.
• Mentorship Opportunities: Mentor and coach junior members of the development team, sharing your expertise and guiding their growth.
• Agile Methodologies: Leverage your extensive experience with Agile Development, SCRUM, and Extreme Programming methodologies to deliver exceptional results.
  
  
  
  
  
  

Necessary Skills:

• ASP.NET (C#): Proficiency in building and maintaining web applications using ASP.NET and C#.
• SQL: Strong understanding of SQL databases, including writing queries, optimizing performance, and managing database schemas.
• Security: Knowledge of best practices for securing web applications, including authentication, authorization, and data protection.
• Version Control (Git): Experience with Git for version control, including branching, merging, and pull requests.
• API Development: Proficiency in designing and developing RESTful APIs.
  
  
  
  
  
  

Desirable Skills:

• Behavior Driven Design (BDD): Familiarity with BDD principles and tools like SpecFlow or Cucumber for writing and automating tests.
• Elastic Search: Experience with Elastic Search for implementing search functionality and managing large datasets.
• Docker: Knowledge of containerization using Docker for creating, deploying, and managing applications.
• CI/CD: Understanding of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment practices, including tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
• Microservices: Experience with designing and implementing microservices architectures.
• Domain Driven Design (DDD): Understanding of DDD principles for structuring and organizing code based on business domains.
• Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Agile Methodologies: Experience working in Agile environments, including Scrum or Kanban.
  
  
  
  
  
  

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Your Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive base salary and commission structure.
• Health Coverage: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Work Away Scheme: Take advantage of our work away scheme for up to 10 weeks a year.
• Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Volunteer Days: Paid 5 days yearly to volunteer through our Sage Foundation.
• Flexible Work Patterns: Embrace flexible work patterns and hybrid working, with 3 days in the office.
  
  
  
  
  
  

Ready to make a difference and join a dynamic team? Apply now and be part of Sage's exciting journey!