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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer (C# .Net) - **Company:** CGI Group Inc. - **Location:** Manchester, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Contentful, ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Software System Penetration Testing, Computing Platforms, User Authentication, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Storage, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Github, Identity and Access Management, Messaging Application Programming Interface, Enterprise Messaging Systems, Microsoft Software, Microsoft SQL Server, OAuth, Redis, Azure Active Directory, Responsive Web Design, Software Construction, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Web Platforms, Azure Service Bus, Data Storage Technologies, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Software Security, Software Application Programming, Backend, Git, Servicebus, Event Driven Architecture, Deployment Automation, Cosmos DB, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Microservices - **Published:** June 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.free-work.com/en-gb/tech-it/net-developer/job-mission/software-engineer-c-net-5 ## About the Role To succeed in this role, you will bring strong software engineering experience across Microsoft technologies, cloud-native development, and modern software delivery practices. You will be comfortable working within agile environments, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering secure, user-focused digital services. Experience working within government or highly regulated environments would be advantageous. Essential qualifications: * Strong experience developing applications using C# .NET and ASP.NET * Experience building modern front-end web applications using HTML, JavaScript, and CSS * Proven experience designing, developing, and maintaining RESTful APIs * Knowledge of Azure cloud services and associated platform technologies * Experience with SQL Server and other modern data storage technologies * Understanding of event-driven architectures and messaging technologies * Experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment practices * Strong understanding of Test Driven Development (TDD) and software engineering best practices * Knowledge of Git-based version control systems such as GitHub * Understanding of authentication and authorisation technologies including Azure AD and OAuth * Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills Desirable qualifications: * Experience working within GDS standards and Government Digital Service delivery frameworks * Experience with Cosmos DB, Redis Cache, and Azure Blob Storage * Knowledge of NServiceBus or similar messaging frameworks * Experience with Contentful or similar CMS platforms * Exposure to Gov One Login and DfE Sign-in solutions * Experience supporting IT Health Checks and security remediation activities * Knowledge of cloud-native architecture and microservices patterns * Experience working on large-scale public sector digital transformation programmes ## Description In this role, you will work alongside CGI and client delivery teams to design, build, enhance, and support digital services that improve how citizens access critical education services. Working within Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and agile delivery frameworks, you will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, helping to create secure, scalable, and user-focused applications that deliver measurable benefits to end users. You will take ownership of software development activities across web applications, APIs, cloud services, and supporting platforms. Leveraging modern engineering practices, you will collaborate with architects, developers, testers, and product teams to deliver high-quality solutions while continuously improving delivery processes, performance, and user experience. Key responsibilities: * Design & Develop secure, scalable applications using C# .NET and ASP.NET technologies * Build & Maintain modern web applications using HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and responsive design principles * Develop & Support RESTful APIs and backend services for digital platforms * Implement & Enhance event-driven architectures using Azure Service Bus, Queue Storage, and messaging technologies * Manage & Optimise data storage solutions including SQL Server, Cosmos DB, Redis Cache, and Blob Storage * Collaborate & Deliver within agile, multidisciplinary teams following GDS standards and best practices * Apply & Champion modern engineering practices including TDD, CI/CD, and automated testing * Support & Improve identity and access management solutions using Azure AD, OAuth, Gov One Login, and DfE Sign-in * Contribute & Innovate on mobile-first digital experiences and CMS-driven solutions such as Contentful * Maintain & Strengthen application security through remediation activities, IT Health Checks, and penetration testing recommendations ## Related Videos - [Hosting a modern justice system](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/332-hosting-a-modern-justice-system) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [Reducing LLM Calls with Vector Search Patterns - Raphael De Lio (Redis)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1714-reducing-llm-calls-with-vector-search-patterns-raphael-de-lio-redis) - [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) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london)