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).