| Job Type: | permanent | Duration: | |
| Category: | IT or Software | Recruiter Reference: | JR1895 |
| URL for Applications: | Apply Here | Salary: | £44402 plus benefits |
Are you a talented Software Engineer with a passion for crafting seamless API Integrations? Do you have a knack for leveraging Azure services to build robust and scalable solutions?
If so, we invite you to join our team and play a pivotal role in our journey of digital transformation.
Who Are We?
Not just another building society. Not just another job.
We're the fourth biggest building society in the UK and what makes us a bit different is that we're a mutual organisation. We don't have shareholders; we're owned by our members.
Our colleagues say Skipton's a great place to work, and you could be one of them, bringing with you new ideas on how we can keep customers at the heart of what we do.
Whatever your background, and whatever your goals, we'll help you take the next step towards
a better future.
You will be joining our dynamic IT function, with a department consisting of c120 skilled professionals driving growth within the society.
What’s In It For You?
S
kipton values work/life balance and we are proud to support hybrid and flexible working, where possible. We have a newly refurbished head office which offers a vibrant and collaborative working space.
What We Offer:
Mentorship and Guidance: You will receive hands-on guidance and mentorship from experienced software developers to help accelerate your growth and development.
Learning Opportunities: Access to training, workshops, and professional development courses to enhance your skills and knowledge. Dedicated learning and development time.
Career Progression: Opportunities for advancement within the organization based on performance, skills, and dedication.
Collaborative Work Environment: Be part of a supportive and collaborative team where your contributions are valued and recognized.
If you're excited about the prospect of becoming a vital part of our software engineering team, growing your career, and contributing to our building society's success, please apply by submitting your CV
Skipton Building Society is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
We have a range of other benefits available to you including;
Annual discretionary bonus scheme
25 days standard annual leave + bank holidays + rising 1 day per year of service to a maximum of 30 days
Holiday trading scheme allowing the ability to buy and sell additional annual leave days
Matching employer pension contribution (up to 10% per annum)
Colleague mortgage (conditions apply)
Salary sacrifice scheme for hybrid & electric car
A commitment to training and development
Private medical insurance for all our colleagues
3 paid volunteering days per annum
Diverse and inclusive colleague networks available for you to join including our Carers and Pride Alliance groups
We care about your health and well being – we provide a range of benefits that support this including cycle to work initiative and discounted gym membership
What Will You Be Doing?
Design, develop, and maintain APIs to enable seamless integration between our platform and external systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define integration strategies.
Implement and optimize API endpoints for performance, scalability, and reliability.
Utilize Azure services such as API Management, ESB, App Services, EventHub to build efficient integration solutions.
Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices in API development.
Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues in a timely manner.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in API design and integration.
What Do We Need From You?
Technical Requirements:
Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools.
Certifications in Azure development or integration (AZ204 or AZ400 Qualification, Preferred but not essential.)
Proven experience developing APIs and integrating systems in a professional environment.
Previous experience in integrating with various third-party APIs such as payment gateways etc.
Strong proficiency in C# programming language.
Hands-on experience with Azure services, particularly APIM Management, App Services, ESB, EventHub
Familiarity with RESTful and SOAP API design principles and standards.
Experience with version control systems such as Git.
Data Formats: Familiarity with data interchange formats like JSON, XML.
Documentation Skills, Capability to write clear a nd comprehensive API documentation to facilitate integration for other developers.
Experience in CI/CD and building deployment pipelines in Bicep
Soft Skills:
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Experience in design of requirements and facilitation of discussions.