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# Lead Developer (C#)

- **Company:** Rowlands Pharmacy
- **Location:** Staffordshire, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** HTML, Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, Web Services, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Test-Driven Development (TDD), Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Terraform
- **Published:** July 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://careers.phoenixmedical.co.uk/VacancyInformation.aspx?VId=45649

## About the Role

+ Minimum 3 years' experience in C# software development.
 + Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and object-oriented design principles.
 + Proficiency with C# .NET, Microsoft Visual Studio, Azure tools and services (including ARM and scaling for performance), and Terraform.
 + Excellent communication and team leadership skills, with a passion for mentoring and technical excellence.
 + Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience (Microsoft Certified Professional Developer qualification also accepted).

Desirable:

 + Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD), Lean or Agile methodologies.
 + Exposure to SQL Server, MySQL, Java, HTML, XML, or Web Services.
 + Experience in the pharmaceutical distribution or retail pharmacy industry.

## Description

+ Act as the technical lead for the C# development team, ensuring alignment with best practice and coding standards.
 + Perform requirements gathering, analysis, design, coding, and unit testing for new and existing self-developed systems.
 + Oversee the maintenance, enhancement, and support of existing applications, ensuring quality and performance.
 + Contribute to the definition and improvement of software development processes, tools, and methodologies.
 + Manage the technical relationship with corporate IT regarding Azure and related infrastructure.
 + Coach and mentor team members, promoting collaboration, knowledge sharing, and adherence to quality standards.
 + Ensure compliance with internal change control systems and maintain robust documentation across all development activities.
 + Drive continuous improvement through performance reporting and process optimisation.


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