Software Developer, .NET Developer, Software Engineer

The successful candidate will join the IT Development team, contributing to a diverse range of projects that support services across the organisation. The role will primarily focus on the Microsoft technology stack, including Windows, SQL Server and .NET, while also providing opportunities to work with web-based and other emerging technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the ongoing digital transformation of the Service, helping to develop and support innovative solutions that enhance and modernise IT services across KFRS.

Working within a collaborative development environment, the post holder will contribute to the delivery of high-quality software solutions using Agile methodologies, continuous integration and deployment practices, and automated testing.

• Develop, enhance and maintain a diverse portfolio of in-house software applications, services and system integrations, supporting both existing business-critical solutions and the delivery of new development projects.
• Analyse complex technical challenges, breaking down problems into manageable components and delivering effective, scalable solutions that demonstrate strong software design principles, coding standards and industry best practice.
• Translate business requirements and technical specifications into high-quality, maintainable code, using a range of modern programming languages, scripting tools and technologies. This includes Microsoft .NET technologies, web development frameworks and database technologies to deliver robust and reliable solutions.
• Produce clear and accurate technical and non-technical documentation, ensuring information is tailored appropriately for a variety of audiences, including developers, support teams, stakeholders and end users.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the development team, actively participating in quality control reviews, code reviews, team meetings, Scrum ceremonies and other Agile development activities to support continuous improvement and successful project delivery.
  Software Engineering HND or equivalent
• C# programming language and a broad knowledge of at least two other languages and/or data description/markup languages (e.g. json, XML, etc).
• Good knowledge of software engineering methods and techniques and best practice.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work autonomously and creatively; sharing thoughts, ideas, designs effectively to colleagues
• Shows enthusiasm for emerging technologies, including AI, and a commitment to staying informed of developments within the software industry to support innovation and continuous improvement.
  Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We know that great minds don't think alike, so we rely on diverse thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and backgrounds to create the best working environment that we can possibly offer.

Kent Fire and Rescue Service, its employees, and volunteers are committed to safeguarding, protecting, and supporting children, young people, and adults  part of our safer recruitment process, we will undertake pre-employment checks to verify your suitability for the role. These checks will include your references and a standard or enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Enhanced DBS check with barred lists are carried out for roles with direct and unsupervised access to children, young people, and adults k assessments will be undertaken on any disclosures identified as part of the pre-employment checks.

As a Public Sector organisation with added responsibilities under the Equality Act, 2010 the candidate must demonstrate an understanding of what is meant by Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and how this fits in with their everyday work.

Location:

Service Headquarters, Tovil,…