Backend Developer

Waracle are looking for a Backend Developer for an exciting new role joining our world-class digital technology consultancy and home to a diverse, smart, curious and ambitious community of specialists in technology-driven transformation.

We work with ambitious clients to help them solve their biggest business and customer challenges. We help our clients to innovate and create intelligent digital products and services. We thrive on complex challenges and deliver business-critical IT transformation projects, moving seamlessly from strategy, design and delivery to operations.

This is a Hybrid role working from our Scottish offices 2 days a week 

This role is ideal for a .NET specialist who excels in application support and optimisation. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the stability, performance, and ongoing evolution of our clients' established applications, playing a key role in their long-term success.

What You'll Do:

• Application Stewardship: Primarily focus on .NET-based applications, providing robust support, diagnosing complex issues, and implementing timely enhancements to existing systems.

• Technical Problem Solving: Independently lead the resolution of intricate technical challenges, using strong diagnostics and meticulous code analysis to identify root causes and deliver effective solutions.

• Dynamic Context Switching: Comfortably manage work across multiple clients, quickly adapting to diverse application landscapes, priorities, and business needs.

• Component Development: Design and implement high-quality, maintainable software components, actively contributing to architectural discussions.

• Collaborative Delivery: Work seamlessly within Agile frameworks, managing your tasks effectively and collaborating across disciplines to achieve project goals.

• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify and resolve impediments within application lifecycles, proposing and implementing solutions aligned with best practices.

• Version Control Mastery: Expertly utilize Git for branching, merging, and conflict resolution, contributing to team best practices.

What We're Looking For:

• .NET Proficiency (Essential): Proven professional experience with .NET technologies in a backend development capacity.

• Application Support Mindset: A strong aptitude and desire for application support and product optimisation work, with a focus on delivering quick and effective contributions.

• Diagnostic & Code Analysis Skills: Demonstrated ability to perform strong diagnostics and meticulous code analysis.

• Infrastructure & Cloud Exposure (Highly Desirable): Experience with infrastructure and cloud platforms like Azure.

• Technical Versatility: Mid-level proficiency in multiple languages, frameworks, and tools relevant to backend development.

• Agile Practitioner: Proficient in Agile principles and methodologies, actively contributing to sprints and team performance.

• Version Control Expert: Proficient in version control systems, adept at managing branching strategies and collaborative workflows.

• Problem Solver & Collaborator: You proactively contribute to team discussions, take ownership of tasks, and adapt to changing project requirements.
  

  Bonus Points For:

  • Experience with Web Technologies and/or Umbraco.

  • An interest in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and DevOps principles to enhance maintainability.
    
    

    The recruitment process you can expect for this role is an initial call with your dedicated Talent Acquisition Partner who will chat with you about Waracle, what you are looking for in a new position, the salary for the role, notice period and benefits (the important stuff!).

    After that, you'll be invited to a two-stage interview process where you have an opportunity to find out more about the role and showcase your skills and experience. Your Talent Acquisition Partner will guide you through the whole process to your first day with us.
    

    Our Benefits

    We believe in supporting our team, inside and outside of work. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect:

    • Rest & Recharge: You'll receive 27 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, totalling 35 days of holiday to unwind and pursue your passions.

    • Financial Future & Security: Plan for retirement with our company-matched 5% pension contribution. For added peace of mind, we also offer a Death in Service benefit, providing 2 x your annual salary for your loved ones.

    • Health & Wellness: Our Medicash Health Cash Plans help cover everyday healthcare costs, complemented by an Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support, and Group Sickness Cover for peace of mind.

    • Flexible Working: We champion hybrid working, providing a home office setup budget to ensure you're comfortable and productive wherever you are.

    • Learning & Development: Invest in yourself with access to Udemy Business and a dedicated learning and development budget for continuous growth.

    • Lifestyle Perks: Make the most of our Cycle to Work Scheme, and enjoy exclusive gym and retail discounts.

    • Family First: Our enhanced parental leave policies include support for fertility journeys, recognising diverse family needs.

    • Community & Connection: We foster a vibrant culture with regular fun meet-ups and lunch on us in the office once a month. You'll also have the opportunity to make a local impact through Spirit of Waracle, our initiative for getting involved in charitable causes locally, building strong team bonds and giving back.

    We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.