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# Senior Systems Developer

- **Company:** The Guinness Partnership
- **Location:** Oldham, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £39,000.0 - £79,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** ASP.NET, HTML, Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, PHP (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, JIRA, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Software Debugging, DevOps, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Microsoft SQL Server, PRINCE2, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Standard Sql, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, SQL Server Reporting Services, SQL Server Integration Services, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Information Technology, Cloud Integration, BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM), Software Coding, Enterprise Service Bus, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5940373997

## About the Role

* Proven professional experience in development, programming, and integration of Housing Management and/or Repairs Management Systems.
 * Extensive experience across one or more languages such as SQL, .NET, HTML, Java, XML, C++, C#, PHP, or Python.
 * Broad experience with technology solutions including ERP, CRM, ESB, Azure, Cloud, AI, IoT, or RPA.
 * Experience with software or technical development delivery approaches such as Waterfall, SDLC, Agile, Scrum, or DevOps.
 * Experience analysing business requirements, documenting system design, developing code, unit testing, and deployment.
 * Experience delivering within structured development approaches such as Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, or Kanban, using Azure DevOps, JIRA, or equivalent tools.
 * Some experience or awareness of platforms such as Dynamics 365 CE, Power Platform, SQL Server, SSIS, SSRS, and Azure.
 * Proven people management experience.
 * Willingness to learn new technologies, platforms, and programming languages.
 * Strong problem-solving, debugging, and issue resolution skills.
 * Excellent oral and written communication skills.
 * Educated to Level 2 GCSE grade C+ or 9-4, or equivalent, or higher.
 * Desirable: degree-level education in an IT/STEM-related discipline or equivalent.
 * Desirable: IT systems development certifications in Microsoft D365 CRM, Azure Integration Services, or equivalent.
 * Desirable: APM, PRINCE2, Agile Practitioner, Certified Scrum Master, or equivalent.

## Description

* Support all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
 * Design, code, configure, install, test, and document applications that support business operations.
 * Resolve technically complex or business-critical issues.
 * Deliver high-quality solutions consistently.
 * Focus on Housing Management and Repairs Management systems, including NEC, AccuServe, DRS, and Active Diagnostics.
 * Play a key role in our upcoming repairs systems transformation programme.
 * Analyse business requirements and translate them into system design and code.
 * Perform unit testing and deployment activities.
 * Build strong and effective working relationships across the organisation.

Technologies:

 * AI
 * Azure
 * C#
 * Cloud
 * CRM
 * DevOps
 * ESB
 * ERP
 * IoT
 * Support
 * JIRA
 * Java
 * Kanban
 * PHP
 * Python
 * RPA
 * SQL
 * SSIS
 * XML
 * Office 365
 * ASP.NET, We are the Guinness Partnership, and we are looking for a Senior Systems Developer to join our IT and Business Change team at our Oldham office on a full-time, permanent 35-hour week basis. We work in a hybrid pattern, with 2 days in the office and 3 days remotely each week. This role is central to our Housing Management and Repairs Management systems and will contribute to a significant repairs systems transformation programme. We value strong communication, collaboration, and enthusiasm for technology transformation.