Software Engineer, Cloud Engineer - Software

Software Engineer – Hybrid – Reading

At Guardian, our mission is simple: to ensure every family has protection they truly believe in. We’re challenging the market with a fresh approach and a brand promise Life. Made Better.

We’re looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join our IT department. This role is responsible for developing high-quality applications using C# and the .NET ecosystem, ensuring clean architecture and maintainable code.

As a Software Engineer you will be responsible for managing and adding to our modern and complex Azure estate.

• Technical expertise in Azure cloud, C#, .NET, and React
  
  JS.
• Understanding of Azure Dev Ops and Terraform.
• Managing web and database components of multiple applications.
• Deploy and manage our multiple integrated systems.
• Deploy and manage virtual machines in a highly available setting.
• Deploy and update Power Shell scripts.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure and network‑related issues affecting business.
• Design and implement Azure data protection features.
• Oversee application architecture suitability with our Azure estate.
• Communicate and manage infrastructure partner teams.
• Create and manage virtual networks with high performance and security.
• Find and implement the best cloud‑based solutions.
• Ensure application size, performance, and uptime while upholding strict code quality criteria.

• Experience integrating with Salesforce‑based solutions.
• Additional experience in working with or managing a Java‑based solution.
• Windows and Linux operating system administration.
• Azure certifications in a specialized area preferred.
• Experience using IaaS services.
• Experience using PaaS services such as database services, Kubernetes, etc.
• Understanding of IP subnetting, Network Security Groups, routing, Azure Firewall, load balancing, DNS, and other networking concepts.
• Relational and non‑relational database technologies.
• Background in C#/.NET or Java‑centric development.
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools (JIRA/Confluence).
• Familiarity with domain‑driven design an advantage.

• Private Medical Insurance with rewards for yourself and discounted rates for family members.
• Competitive Company Pension Scheme.
• Access to employee discounted schemes:
• Private dental insurance.
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Comprehensive Europe and Worldwide Travel Insurance.
• Medical Cash Plan.
• Gym memberships.
• 24/7 GP service for you and your family.
• 25 days holiday with option to purchase more.

This is an exciting time to be joining us with plenty of opportunity for professional growth. We invite you to apply to become part of our award‑winning team.

Should you wish to learn more about the role, or have any questions, please contact our HR Team via email.

Mid‑Senior level

Contract

Information Technology

Software Development