Senior Software Developer

At FCDO Services we protect the UK’s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we’re on. In our world, it all matters., Our Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best-in-class solutions for our customers, helping to shape and support a data driven future for the UK government. Whether it’s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy’s servers to a Cloud platform, no matter the task, they’re on hand to provide support. Now, you’ve got the opportunity to join them., When you join our collaborative and creative team of software developers, it will be your task to design, code, test, correct and document large programmes and modifications from supplied specifications, and provide costs, timescales and estimate the resources required to effect change. Using all your skills as you collaborate with our clients and users on the content and appearance of complex web pages, we’ll also expect you to create and test pages with specified content and layout, and develop web interfaces to new or existing applications.

You’ll have a number of other important responsibilities – these include analysing data requirements to establish, modify or maintain object and data models, evaluating potential solutions and demonstrating, installing and commissioning the selected products. Using application management software and tools to collect performance statistics to ensure targets are met, you’ll perform essential maintenance and identify and resolve any problems you encounter. In addition, you’ll maintain your knowledge of specific technical specialisms, use this to execute a range of specific tasks, and provide detailed advice regarding their application., Your CV and personal statement will not form part of the assessment they will provide an insight into your work history and experience.

Your CV should include:

• no personal identifying details
• career history with key responsibilities
• achievements
• qualifications

Your personal statement should outline your interest in the role.

Candidates will only be sifted on answers provided to the technical/ job specific questions which are outlined in the application form.

Those that are successful will be invited to a MS Teams or Face to face interview.

At the interview you will be asked a blend of questions on technical/job specific skills and behaviours.

Candidates who are judged to be close to meeting the criteria may be considered for other positions in FCDO Services which may be at a lower grade, but have a potential skills match. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check .

See our vetting charter . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Do you have experience in TypeScript?, With Agile and ITIL Foundation level qualifications or relevant practical experience in a similar role to this one, you should hold Microsoft role-based certification and be skilled at working with technologies in a secure enterprise environment. It’s also important that you possess well developed knowledge of database concepts, architectures, software and facilities, such as Azure DevOps Developer / Cloud/Azure Hub,/Git Hub/ Languages - Typescript/Go/.Net/MS SQL Server and have a good understanding of object and data modelling techniques and design principles.

It goes without saying that you’ll have excellent numerical and analytical skills, and extensive knowledge of relevant programming languages. In addition, subject matter expertise in a key technology, tool or product would be desirable, as would experience of working in a variety of ITIL3 environments., * Agile & ITIL Foundation level / relevant experience;

• Microsoft role-based certification – Associate, and relevant product certifications;
• Knowledge of database concepts, object and data modelling techniques and design principles and of database architectures, software and facilities;
• Substantial experience in relevant roles, including technologies in an enterprise environment, and of working within a secure environment;
• Extensive knowledge of relevant programming languages, Agile & ITIL Foundation level / relevant experience - if relevant experience please ensure you add the detail to your application, * Making Effective Decisions
• Changing and Improving
• Delivering at Pace

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Agile & ITIL Foundation level / relevant experience;
• Microsoft role-based certification – Associate, and relevant product certifications;
• Knowledge of database concepts, object and data modelling techniques and design principles and of database architectures, software and facilities
• Substantial experience in relevant roles, including technologies in an enterprise environment, and of working within a secure environment;
• Extensive knowledge of relevant programming languages
• Knowledge of database concepts, object and data modelling techniques and design principles and of database architectures, software and facilities

We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form:

• Agile & ITIL Foundation level / relevant experience;
• Microsoft role-based certification – Associate, and relevant product certifications;
• Substantial experience in relevant roles, including technologies in an enterprise environment, and of working within a secure environment, This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills., Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Pulled from the full job description

• Annual leave
• Shuttle service provided
• Company pension
• On-site gym, But we’re always looking to improve – just like you. That’s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you’ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need., Alongside your salary of £48,801, FCDO Services contributes £14,137 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
• Learning and development tailored to your role.
• Annual leave starting at 25 days.
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.
• A Civil Service pension.
• Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park
• 9 days per annum public and privilege days