C# and VB.Net Software Developer

Stratospherec ,
Horsham, West Sussex
Salary: From £40,000 to £50,000 per annum plus excellent company benefits

Overview

C# and VB.Net Software Developer A highly successful global software company who produce a market leading Financial software suite of products are looking to hire a .Net Developer to work on a new project to modernise their software applications. This Developer role will be based in modern offices in Central Horsham and is a great job opportunity for an experienced Software Developer or Analyst Programmer who is looking for a challenging and interesting development role. Your primary responsibility is to develop and support our Line Of Business systems for companies in the Financial Services industry. This means working on a mixture of components; Windows and web applications and services, developed mainly in .NET, Oracle PL/SQL and VB6. You will work in a highly motivated, multi-disciplinary team of programmers liaising closely with Business Analysts and Testers. Main activities Working on new projects, core components or supporting existing clients, your focus will be on high quality programming, but encompassing the whole Software Delivery Life Cycle, including: Production of detailed technical specifications/documented analysis. Development work, which may vary from developing substantial new modules, to enhancements to existing systems, to bug fixing for support issues and during testing phases. Completion of programmer QA and secondary QA for colleagues. Preparation and deployment of system builds for internal testing and to client environments. Production of estimates for costing and/or planning purposes Providing assistance with client queries, remotely or face to face on client site and/or at our office. Developers are required to operate in accordance with the company’s programming standards and follow established Project procedures. It is important that all Developers achieve an understanding of the financial aspects of the system. Other activities As required and depending on your skills, knowledge and experience, you may also be involved in any/all of the following activities, for which training is provided as appropriate: Contributing to matters relating to the future development of the product and the introduction of new technology Providing team DBA support, ensuring effective management and control of client/project schema. Completion of physical transfer of data from clients older systems including analysis required to identify and resolve issues. Business analysis and production of documentation suitable for internal use and/or client review and sign off. This can include face-to-face discussions with clients and system demonstrations. Production of training materials & delivery of training on client site or at our office. Mentoring and training of colleagues. Skills and Experience 3 years plus development experience in .Net (Windows, Web or Services) and or VB6, Oracle database or MS SQL Server. Ideally you will have experience of the finance industry or related businesses such as banking, insurance, and accounting. Able to work effectively in a team as well as independently e.g. in complex problem solving, detailed specifications. Able to produce work of consistently high quality, including handling complex algorithms and other calculations. Remuneration and Benefits Starting annual salary between £40k to £50k 25 days annual leave per year in addition to statutory public holidays. Option to carry over 5 day’s holiday to be used in the first 3 months of the following year (pro rata for part time staff). Option to take additional 5 days unpaid leave (pro rata for part time staff) Company auto-enrolment pension scheme currently with Royal London. Company contribute 5% of annual salary. Entitlement to join the Company Group Income Protection Insurance.75% of annual after 13 weeks long term sickness Eligible to join the company's Private Healthcare scheme currently with BUPA Option to take world Travel Insurance through BUPA. Life insurance – paying 4 times salary to named person(s) Free onsite parking Please apply with your CV to find out more. Please apply with your CV to find out more. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89252186