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# Associate Lead Software Engineer

- **Company:** Gallagher
- **Location:** UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Active Directory Federation Services, Applications Architecture, ASP.NET MVC Framework, HTML5, Microsoft Azure, Bootstrap (Software), C Sharp (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Software Design Patterns, Windows Communication Foundation, JQuery, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, Open Web Application Security, Systems Development Life Cycle, Query Optimization, Software Engineering, SQL Stored Procedures, Web Application Frameworks, .NET Core, ReactJS, Software Security, Backend, AngularJS, Front End Software Development, Software Coding, Web Api
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5857e87ba4f5cdd4

## About the Role

* 4+ years on the .Net Core
 * 3+ years of C# programming experience
 * Strong experience in ASP.NET MVC development
 * Strong experience in full stack development (frontend and backend)
 * Strong experience in front end frameworks (Angular, ReactJS)
 * Strong experiencing JavaScript/Frameworks (jQuery), CSS3/Bootstrap, HTML/HTML5
 * Strong experience with SQL Server development (stored procedures, functions, in memory objects, query optimization)
 * Experience with WCF, Web API, and Console Apps
 * Experience in Azure Cloud Services (Azure SQL, App Services, ADFS, etc.) and cloud-based application development
 * Knowledge of application architecture and design patterns
 * Experienced in the SDLC (processes and best practices)
 * Strong experience with software development principles and best practices (good coding skills)
 * Good understanding of the application security (SDL and OWASP security principles)
 * Experience with techniques to quickly and effectively troubleshoot and resolve application issues
 * Insurance industry experience is a plus, * University Degree and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience, or equivalent experience.

## Description

An Associate Lead Software Engineer is responsible for the:

 * Design, development, implementation, and maintenance of custom applications on the .NET platform
 * Researching emerging technologies, conducting proof-of-concepts, and making recommendations
 * Collaborating with team members and project owners to develop the required custom applications
 * The candidate must have a firm understanding of the importance of information security and ensure that data is protected in accordance with IT Policy and organizational priorities

About you

 * Design, develop, and test custom applications on the .NET Core and .NET Framework
 * Code and test application integrations
 * Work collaboratively with team members and project owners to execute development plans effectively
 * Troubleshoot issues and develop solutions
 * Create proper documentation of designs and code
 * Comply with AJG IT Policies and Procedures and Professional Standards


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