Software Engineer

Role Summary The Mid-range .NET Developer is an important member of the Copy Protection program team, responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting software across both legacy and modern stacks. This role is delivery-focused with opportunities to contribute to technical discussions and gain exposure to hardware-integrated systems. The developer will collaborate closely with senior team members, QA, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes and build knowledge of the Copy Protection system. The role includes Level 2 support responsibilities, assisting with technical investigation and issue resolution, with escalation and design ownership handled by senior developers and the Technical Architect. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain application components using C#, .NET Framework/.NET Core, and VB.NET (legacy system support). Build and maintain RESTful APIs and web-based components that integrate with internal and external systems. Contribute to development of web applications and services, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability. Work with Senior Developers and the Technical Architect to translate business requirements into working software solutions. Contribute to modernisation efforts of the Copy Protection platform, gaining exposure to SaaS and microservices concepts. Maintain awareness of system dependencies, including hardware devices (USB readers/writers, smart cards). Assist with Level 2 production support by investigating issues and escalating as needed. Follow GitHub source control practices, including branching, pull requests, and versioning. Keep Azure DevOps (ADO) boards up to date to provide visibility of progress and blockers. Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to a collaborative team culture. Write and maintain clean, testable, and well-documented code that adheres to company standards. Role Focus Breakdown Application Development – ~60% Technical Design & Consultation – ~20% L2 Support / Mentorship / SME – ~20% Required Skills & Experience 3–6 years professional experience in .NET development (Framework and Core). Proficiency in C#; willingness to support VB.NET for legacy systems. Solid SQL Server skills, including queries, stored procedures, and indexes. Experience developing REST APIs and/or web applications using .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, or similar frameworks. Solid understanding of modern web development practices (HTTP, JSON, authentication, security). Understanding of REST APIs, multi-layered architecture, and asynchronous programming. Experience working in Agile development environments (Scrum or Kanban). Clear written and verbal communication skills to liaise with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Familiarity with GitHub source control practices (branching, pull requests, release hygiene). Desirable Skills & Knowledge Exposure to hardware-integrated systems (USB devices, smart cards, or similar). Experience with Azure services such as Storage Accounts, App Services, or cloud-hosted solutions. Interest in containerisation (Docker) or microservices-based design. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling (Azure DevOps preferred).