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# Senior Software Developer / Perl Developer

- **Company:** Version 1 Solutions Limited
- **Location:** Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Perl (Programming Language), Github, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle (Applications), Scrum Methodology, Standard Sql, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, Backend, Git, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Docker, Jenkins, Programming Languages
- **Published:** November 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/Version1/744000161109449-senior-software-developer-perl-developer

## About the Role

Essential Skills & Experience

 * Strong hands-on experience developing applications in Perl.
 * Experience with modern Perl frameworks and modules.
 * Strong understanding of software engineering principles and design patterns.
 * Experience working with RESTful APIs and system integrations.
 * Strong SQL and relational database experience (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server).
 * Experience with version control systems such as Git.
 * Experience working with Linux/Unix environments.
 * Knowledge of testing frameworks and automated testing practices.
 * Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery environments.
 * Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

Desirable Skills

 * Experience with Python, Java, or other programming languages.
 * Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
 * Knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
 * Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or GitLab CI.
 * Experience working in regulated or financial services environments.

## Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer with strong Perl development expertise to design, develop, maintain, and enhance business-critical applications and services. The successful candidate will work within Agile delivery teams, contributing to the full software development lifecycle while ensuring high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions., * Design, develop, and maintain enterprise applications using Perl.

 * Develop scalable backend services, APIs, and integrations with internal and external systems.
 * Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
 * Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following engineering best practices.
 * Perform code reviews and provide technical guidance to team members.
 * Troubleshoot and resolve production issues and performance bottlenecks.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Architects, QA Engineers, and DevOps teams.
 * Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement.
 * Contribute to CI/CD pipeline development and automation initiatives.
 * Support application deployments, monitoring, and operational excellence activities.