Software Developer

By joining our team you'll:

• Develop new user-facing features for our Parkspace product
• Build and consume RESTful services and APIs
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use
• Optimise application for maximum speed and scalability
• Work in a collaborative team with other developers, project managers, graphic designers testers and stakeholders
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximise development efficiency
• Ensures all designs and code adhere to the latest security standards and best practices to maintain security integrity

How we hire for this role

We know your time is precious, so we keep our recruitment process as quick and easy as possible. If we believe you might be a match for a job you've applied for, you'll enter our hiring process as follows:

• Initial pre-screen
• Tech task
• F2F Interview at the office

Cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture is paramount for us.

Recognising we are all different, if for whatever reason you need us to adapt the process, please get in touch via recruitment@holidayextras.com.

Do you have experience in xUnit?, We are currently seeking a talented Software Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be a creative problem solver, passionate about building high-quality software products and committed to pushing the boundaries of technology., What you can bring to our team:

• Professional software development experience in a commercial setting
• Proficient understanding of web markup, including HTML5, CSS3
• Strong proficiency in C#, .NET Framework, and .NET Core
• Experience with ASP.NET web frameworks (MVC, Blazor, Razor)
• Extensive experience with SQL, preferably MySQL / MariaDB
• Good understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks, including jQuery
• Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX
• Familiarity with IIS and its configuration
• Demonstrated experience in developing RESTful applications
• Experience of writing Front End code to be cross-browser, cross-device friendly
• A focus on Responsive/Adaptive/RESS UI development and where each is most appropriate is crucial
• Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git / SVN
• Knowledge of Unit Testing (for example nUnit/xUnit), an advantage but not essential
• Knowledge of cloud services and infrastructure is an advantage but not essential

Why choose the Holiday Extras Group?

We believe that holidays are the most precious time of all, so we create products, tech and services that make travel and holidays memorable and fun. We're on a mission to be the only place to go for your holiday extras, offering unparalleled choice, value and service, turning our customers' ordinary trips into extraordinarily good times.

At Holiday Extras, we're creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, build their careers and reach their limitless potential. As a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025, we're proud to offer a world of benefits designed to enhance your lifestyle and well-being. By joining our team, you'll feel supported and rewarded every day. Learn more about our culture and benefits.

• Time is precious: 25 days annual leave (+BH's), extra holidays through Holiday Buy and your Birthday Day Off
• Parental Leave: Enhanced parental leave - Up to 1 year off, including 13 weeks at 100% pay, 13 weeks at 50% pay
• Road to well-being: Access to Gym Discounts, Private Dental Insurance and Private Medical Insurance (after 4 years)
• Celebrate success together: Enjoy a Profit Share Bonus and a pension scheme with Aviva.
• Good for the soul: Join our Social Club for 25% off any ticket or event in the UK, and discounts on the latest tech
• Plan ahead: Income protection, Critical illness cover and Life assurance