Developer / Senior Developer - Mainframe
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£54,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2134 (90% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £54,700, and Intimate Apparel Retail UK Limited is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2134 Programmers and software development professionals Most likely code | £38,300 | £43,700 | £49,200 | £54,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
The Role:
As a Mainframe Developer in our Warehouse Tech team, you’ll be at the heart of the engine that powers NEXT. Based in our South Elmsall office, you’ll join a specialist team dedicated to developing and maintaining the software behind our highly automated warehouse and distribution network. Your work ensures that thousands of items are picked, packed, and dispatched to customers across the globe every single day. Whether you’re evolving our international operations or keeping our UK systems robust, you’ll have the autonomy to make a tangible impact from day one. To help you settle in, you’ll be supported by a collaborative team of experts and given the tools you need to understand our unique automation landscape.
What You’ll Take On:
In this role, you’ll bridge the gap between complex technical specifications and high-performance code. You will:
- Develop and maintain mission-critical software using COBOL, CICS, and DB2 to support our vast distribution estate.
- Lead the full development life cycle, from initial requirements gathering and business analysis through to testing and deployment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver project streams that expand our global reach and evolve our warehouse offerings.
- Provide essential support to internal users, ensuring system stability through proactive maintenance and participating in an out-of-hours cover rotation.
- Drive continuous improvement by sharing your expertise to refine our departmental processes, making our development practices faster and more efficient.
What You’ll Bring:
We’re looking for a seasoned developer who balances technical mastery with a practical, problem-solving mindset. You’ll thrive here if you have:
- Strong technical foundations
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Where this offer sits in the market
Programmers and software development professionals (SOC 2134) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~399k in sample- Middle half £42,536–76,752
- Median £56,784
- Going rate £54,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,300–49,200
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Intimate Apparel Retail UK Limited holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2134 going rate of £54,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.