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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Developer - **Company:** Planning Inspectorate - **Location:** Bristol, UK (Remote available) - **Salary:** £10,886.0 - £37,579.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Microsoft Azure, Computer Programming, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Programming Tools, Github, Enterprise Planning Systems, Software Maintenance, Web Application Security, Software Engineering, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Stylesheet Language, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a3acfaf6cbc5c962 ## About the Role * Experience of building scalable, secure web applications, preferably in Azure, and knowledge of server-side JavaScript programming or other modern programming languages. * Experience of front-end web development using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. * Experience of agile development methodologies, software design patterns, continuous integration, test-driven development and version control practices, preferably using GitHub. * Experience of developing and working with RESTful APIs. * Experience of researching and applying new programming tools and techniques to support development activities. * Experience of identifying, investigating and resolving software faults, alongside effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders., * Changing and Improving * Working Together * Developing Self and Others * Delivering at Pace Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: * Experience of building scalable, secure web applications, preferably in Azure, and knowledge of server-side JavaScript programming or other modern programming languages., This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills., Successful candidates must undergo a basic (or equivalent) criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. ## Description As a Software Developer, you'll play a key role in designing, building and improving digital services that support important public sector outcomes. Working as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, you'll develop high quality software using modern development practices, contribute to innovative solutions, and help shape services that meet user and business needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a Software Developer looking to expand their technical skills, work with a range of technologies and frameworks, and gain experience in Agile, DevOps and continuous delivery environments. You'll be encouraged to share ideas, drive improvements, and contribute to a supportive team culture focused on learning, innovation and delivering real impact. The Planning Inspectorate has a long and proud history in ensuring a fair planning system for England. The work we do has a significant impact on people’s lives, the communities where they live and the economy. We want our colleagues to be able to work more flexibly and more collaboratively, exploring new and innovative ways to improve the way we provide services., As a Software Developer, you'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team to design, develop and support software products that meet user needs. You'll contribute to the delivery of high quality digital services, working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to develop effective solutions, solve technical challenges and continuously improve the user experience. You'll use modern development practices and technologies, while having opportunities to learn new tools, frameworks and approaches. You'll be responsible for developing and maintaining software that aligns with project objectives, user requirements and organisational standards. This includes applying Agile and DevOps practices throughout the software development lifecycle, providing technical input to inform decisions, and communicating technical concepts to a range of audiences. You'll build effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, contribute to continuous improvement, and ensure that solutions are delivered to agreed quality standards, timescales and security requirements. You'll also take ownership of your professional development, helping to foster a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing team culture., Complete the online application form on Civil Service Jobs which requires the following information: * A CV: The CV section lets you share your job history. List your jobs, how long you worked at each, and briefly describe your roles and duties. Make sure to show how your experience matches the essential criteria of the job you're applying for. Type or paste this information into the 'Employment History' box in the online application. You can't attach your CV. * A Statement against the Lead Sift Criteria (250 words max): This statement should give evidence against the Lead Sift Criteria listed below. If there are many applications, we might use a lead sift. This means we'll first check if you meet the key requirement listed below. If you don't, we won't review the rest of your application. * Experience of building scalable, secure web applications, preferably in Azure, and knowledge of server-side JavaScript programming or other modern programming languages. All shortlisted candidates will be advised of the outcome shortly afterwards. Interview If you are shortlisted, you will: * Be asked to attend an interview to have a more in-depth discussion about your experience and suitability for the role * Interviews will be a blend of behaviour, experience and technical questions Candidates who pass the shortlist stage will receive full assessment details with their interview invitations., * UK nationals * nationals of the Republic of Ireland * nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK * nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) * nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) * individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 * Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service ## Related Videos - [Hosting a modern justice system](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/332-hosting-a-modern-justice-system) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Shifting Stress to Progress— Understanding DevOps to do DevOps Better](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/268-shifting-stress-to-progress-understanding-devops-to-do-devops-better) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [NoLoJS - Avoiding JavaScript Cruft with HTML and CSS - Aaron T. 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