Software Developer
Permanent
Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000
Hybrid/Smart Working
Closing date: 22nd November
Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below.
What you'll do:
You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life.
Why you'll succeed:
* Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles.
* Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT
* Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks).
* Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events.
What's in it for you:
At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes:
* Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home.
* Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year.
* Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart.
* Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions.
* Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme.
* Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice.
* Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover.
What next?
If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response!
We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early.
AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique.
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