Software Engineer

Role SummaryThe 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 BreakdownApplication 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).