Senior Software Programmer

URGENT JOB OPENING Software Lead Programmer for UK based pharmaceutical company for their IT branch office in Ahmedabad

The selected candidate should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with project managers and business users in United Kingdom.

The work hour for this position will be (13:30 to 22:30 [April to October] 14:30 to 23:30 [October to March]. Salary is not a constraint for the right candidate. Please note that the selected candidate might need to travel to the UK depending on the requirement.

Software Lead programmer job description

3+ years experience

1. Software development

1. Software Architecture and Design:

2. Design and develop scalable, robust, and secure software applications using the Microsoft technology stack.

3. Create high-level and detailed software design documents, including architecture diagrams and technical specifications.

4. Implement best practices for software design, including SOLID principles, design patterns, and domain-driven design.

5. Software Development:

6. Develop web applications, APIs, and backend services using C#, .NET Core/Framework, and related technologies.

7. Build front-end interfaces using ASP.NET MVC
8. Leverage Azure services such as Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, Azure App Services, and Azure DevOps for scalable and cloud-native solutions.

3. Database Design and Development:

• Design and implement relational database schemas for performance and scalability using Microsoft SQL Server or Azure SQL Database.
• Develop and optimize complex stored procedures, functions, triggers, and views using T-SQL.
• Build and maintain data models (relational and dimensional) that support software applications and reporting requirements.

• Implement data integrity, indexing strategies, and partitioning for large-scale databases.

• Collaboration and Requirements Gathering:

• Work closely with product owners, business analysts, and stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements.

• Translate business requirements into technical solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

• Facilitate design workshops, brainstorming sessions, and code reviews to enhance solution quality.

• System Integration and Testing:

• Integrate with third-party systems and services, ensuring compatibility and performance.

• Implement automated testing frameworks, including unit testing, integration testing, and performance testing.

• Performance Optimization and Troubleshooting:

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize software performance and reliability.

• Implement logging, monitoring, and alerting using tools like Application Insights or Azure Monitor.

• Leadership and Mentorship:

• Mentor junior developers and provide guidance on best practices and technology adoption.

• Contribute to knowledge sharing within the team through documentation and training.

Technical Skills:

• Programming and Frameworks:
• Proficient in C#, .NET Core, .NET Framework, ASP.NET MVC, and RESTful API development.
• Database Design and Development:
• Expert in Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL Database
• Proficient in T-SQL for writing complex queries, stored procedures, and triggers.
• Strong understanding of database normalization, indexing, and partitioning strategies.
• Cloud Technologies:
• Familiarity in Microsoft Azure services, including Azure Functions, Azure App Services, and Azure Storage.
• Familiarity with Azure tools for database management and optimization, such as Azure Monitor

Tools and Practices:

• Version control with Git and CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of ORM tools like Entity Framework Core.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication skills for working with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

• Team-oriented, with the ability to mentor and lead by example.

• Software delivery management

• Work closely with stakeholders (e.g., business users, product owners, and technical teams) to understand detailed software requirements.

• Conduct interviews, workshops, and brainstorming sessions to identify and prioritize functional and non-functional requirements.
• Analyse and understand process flow documents, Requirement Specification document, Functional solution document, milestones document, resource allocation and schedule document to ensure software delivery according to agreed quality standards and within the agreed timescale.
• Oversee end-to-end implementation activities, including configuration, integration, testing, and go-live support.
• Ensure software solutions are deployed within agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Manage and resolve implementation-related issues.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients or internal stakeholders during the implementation process.
• Facilitate regular meetings to update stakeholders on project status, gather feedback, and address concerns.
• Collaborate with users to drive engagement, adoption, and satisfaction with the implemented software.

Key Competencies:

1. Strategic Mindset: Align software delivery and operational improvements with long-term business goals.
2. Execution Focus: Demonstrated ability to manage priorities, deliver on commitments, and optimize resource use.
3. Operational Expertise: Strong grasp of operational KPIs, including uptime, deployment frequency, and system reliability.
4. Collaboration: Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage diverse stakeholders.

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