Poundland seeks a talented and motivated Delphi Software Developer to join our in-house IT team at our Walsall Head Office. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain bespoke applications that meet the evolving needs of our business. Collaborating closely with business stakeholders and team members, you’ll ensure the delivery of reliable, high-quality solutions that support our retail, warehouse, and head office operations.
We uphold three core behaviours that guide all our actions:
1. Love Our Customers: We strive to delight our customers, listening and responding to their needs because they are our priority.
2. Care for Our Colleagues: We support each other to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive.
3. Protect Our Pounds/Euros: We are committed to cost-efficiency and value, ensuring every penny counts.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
As a Delphi Software Developer, your contributions will directly support Poundland’s operational success. You will:
* Design, develop, and maintain software applications that meet defined business requirements.
* Provide technical support for internally developed systems, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
* Collaborate with colleagues to identify and implement process improvements.
* Document technical processes and systems to ensure clarity and consistency.
* Liaise with business stakeholders to gather, analyse, and refine requirements for new and existing projects.
* Deliver software solutions on time, adhering to quality standards and agreed deadlines.
* Work with the Software Development Team Leader to reduce repeat support requests.
Essential Skills:
* Proficiency in Borland Delphi (Version 5 onwards).
* Strong knowledge of .NET & C# (WinForms), with experience in Visual Studio.
* Expertise in SQL (Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle), including stored procedures, functions, and views.
* Experience using collaboration tools such as TFS, Git, or DevOps.
* Competency in producing high-standard technical software documentation.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience with EPoS solutions and web development using .NET Core.
* Familiarity with the MVC development model.
* Knowledge of SSIS package development and file transfer management (e.g., SFTP, JSON, CSV).
* Understanding of test-driven development practices.
Personal Attributes:
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Analytical mindset with a focus on delivering optimal solutions.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
* Positive, proactive attitude aligned with Poundland’s customer-first values.
Apply Today
Be part of a team that drives innovation and delivers solutions for one of the UK’s favourite retail brands. If you are passionate about software development and keen to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
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