Software Engineer

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled developer to contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of front-end applications and back-end databases across ULP’s Windows and Linux environments. This role ensures that all IT solutions are secure, efficient, high quality, and aligned with our strategic application architecture.

Location: Aylesbury

Contract/Permanent: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance software applications across both front-end and back-end systems.
• Work closely with business analysts and end users to fully understand business requirements.
• Deliver software solutions for new initiatives as well as enhancements to existing applications.
• Ensure all applications adhere to security, compliance, and data protection standards.
• Create and maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation.
• Participate in peer reviews for design and code quality.
• Conduct and oversee unit, system, and regression testing.
• Support user acceptance testing and assist with solution deployment.
• Recommend improvements to enhance performance, stability, and maintainability.
• Provide expert-level 3rd line application support, including support for overnight batch processes when required.
• Perform departmental duties as needed, including callout responsibilities.
• Develop a deep understanding of all applications supported by the team and share knowledge to build team resilience.
• Perform ad hoc tasks as required.
• Comply with FCA and PRA conduct rules, including Consumer Duty requirements.
• Notify regulators of any relevant regulatory matters that require reporting.

Core Competencies

• Strong adaptability with the ability to learn new technologies and respond to evolving project needs.
• Proficiency in system analysis and self-directed technical learning.
• Solid understanding of change management processes.
• Ability to work from partial requirements and develop them into complete, robust solutions.
• Experience with both logical and physical solution design.
• Expertise in secure coding practices, debugging, diagnostics, and performance metrics.
• Strong data management skills, including data modelling and understanding of database best practices.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities for solving complex technical challenges independently.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality technical solutions with a practical, balanced approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, enabling effective collaboration within the team.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Proven track record of delivering successful projects on time and within budget.
• Experience within financial services, preferably life and pensions, desirable.

Technical skills

• Cobol
• PostgreSQL
• C/C#
• SQL, SQL Server inc. SSIS & SSRS
• Papyrus Software
• Perl
• XML
• .NET
• Java
• Smalltalk
• Visual Studio
• Git
• Python

If you’re interested and available, we welcome your application.