Software Engineer (C#/VB) at Valcon Group UK, London, 6 Months, £450 per day

£450 per day
6 Months or more Information Technology

Contract Description

Software Engineer (C#/VB) - IMMEDIATE CONTRACT £450 INSIDE IR35

Role Responsibilities

  • Maintain and modify the existing Back End services and APIs in .NET C#, and Visual Basic.
  • Ensure high-quality code by implementing automated testing, specially unit tests.
  • Learn the fundamentals of the current system quickly and be able to deliver new features and maintain the system, ensuring continuity and stability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Business Analysts (BAs), QA engineers, and Project Managers (PMs), to deliver solutions that meet business requirements.
  • Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to an agile mindset within the team.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
  • Contribute to the modernisation and simplification of the tech landscape, driving transformation initiatives.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of code, processes, and system configurations.

Experience/Competencies

  • At least 5 years of solid engineering experience, preferably in the finance sector.
  • Demonstrated experience with automated testing frameworks and a solid understanding of unit testing principles.
  • Experience working in agile environments and a strong agile mindset.
  • Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure without being distracted by complexity.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
  • Strong collaboration skills and the ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
  • Passion for code quality and a commitment to maintaining high standards of software development.

Skills

  • Must have experience with: C#, .NET Framework, MS SQL Server, Git, Visual Basic 6
  • Should have experience with: .NET Core, REST API, Docker & Docker Compose, WinForms
  • Experience with Dapper, Entity Framework, Jenkins, Gitlab CI Pipelines, and AWS are desirable
  • Strong grasp of database design and experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases, particularly MS SQL Server.
  • Proficiency in using Git for version control and JIRA for backlog management.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required