Software Developer, Cloud Engineer - Software, Software Engineer

Software Developer

Location:

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire (hybrid working)

We are looking for a talented Software Developer to join our growing digital team within Steam Thermal Solutions (STS). Reporting to the Development Lead, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining secure, high-performance software solutions, with a strong focus on cloud-based and data-driven applications.

You’ll be working on innovative telemetry and data-processing systems, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and reliable software that supports business and customer needs.

• Develop and maintain secure, scalable software applications
• Deliver high-quality code within agreed sprint timelines
• Build and optimise data-processing applications for performance and reliability
• Design and integrate APIs (e.g. RESTful services)
• Support the development of cloud-based solutions, particularly within Azure
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and refine requirements for new features and enhancements
• Contribute to agile/scrum ceremonies and support continuous improvement
• Ensure software solutions meet security and compliance standards
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to support successful project delivery

• Proven experience as a full stack developer, ideally with strong Python expertise
• Experience developing cloud-based software (IoT experience desirable)
• Strong background in API integration and development
• Experience working with SQL Server and strong SQL skills
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools such as Azure Dev Ops or JIRA
• Experience collaborating with stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure for cloud deployments

• Proficiency in:
  Python, C#, Type Script, SQL, HTML5, CSS3
• Experience working with data formats such as JSON, XML, and CSV
• Understanding of API development, integration, and optimisation
• Knowledge of database interaction and secure data handling
• Experience with Azure Cosmos DB or Azure Data Explorer (desirable)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Adaptable, with a flexible and innovative mindset

You will receive a competitive salary (and a discretionary bonus), flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days’ paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free onsite parking, flexible benefits, and access to a personal discounts’ portal.

We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form or notify our recruitment partners.