Principal Developer – RSR 8742
Location: Aspiren, London
Salary Grade: G
Closing date for internal applications: 18th March 2010
Job Purpose and Context
SunGard Public Sector (Aspiren) is continuing to expand the service it provides to Local Authorities in the UK. As part of this expansion, further functionality will be provided to the portfolio of SaaS hosted Aspiren systems, covering decision support, performance management reporting and statutory reporting to central government.
To help facilitate this continued growth, SunGard Public Sector are looking to recruit an additional senior C# /ASP.net developer to the team.
Outline of Routine Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities
The role includes:
- Developing web applications used by our wide client base
- Taking the business requirements, and developing the solution architecture with other team members
- Working with front end developers to deliver the entire solution
- Utilising agile development methodology
- Provide 3rd line support for live systems
Duties will include:
- Development of components for variety of web based applications
- Working with product manager to clarify requirements, proposing alternative solutions and identifying opportunities for future development
- Working with other senior developers to develop the overall solution architecture
- Utilising agile development methodology
- Working with test team to resolve issues and bugs, and complying with various quality processes
- Work on directed research topics as required
Other Information
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior developer who is looking to move to the next stage in their career.
A career with SunGard Public Sector will provide development opportunities in a number of areas including website construction, backend system integration, large scale database development and B2B projects.
Core Competencies:
Communication & Teamwork
Customer Focus
Judgement & Decision Making
Delivery & Ownership
Enthusiasm & Drive
Essential Skills:
- 5+ year experience of server side technologies such as C#, MS-SQL, Web Services, ASP.NET.
- Javascript, css and xhtml knowledge
- Leading server side technical design
- Passion for emerging web trends and technologies
- Energy, drive and enthusiasm to exceed customer expectations
Desirable Skills:
- Knowledge of modern JavaScript frameworks and libraries such as Extjs or JQuery.
- Knowledge of modern development techniques such as TDD, Continuous integration and related tools.
- ASP.NET MVC.
Academic / Vocational Qualifications:
Microsoft MCPD Web Developer, MCSD, or MCAD certification.
For any additional information, please contact The SunGard Public Sector Recruitment Team on 0161 929 4343.
As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of gender, trans gender status, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, age, race, colour, national origins, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.