Software Developer - Manchester [CLOSED]

Software Developer – Manchester

Would you like to join our software development team in Manchester solving real world problems in the built environment?

Project examples include:

• Building insight tools that help City Mayors deal with complex resilience problems in their cities.
• Working with engineers building tools that interface with IOT solutions so that tenants can interact with Smart Buildings.
• Working with our environmental and transport consultants helping to design analytics dashboard to minimise the impacts of new transport schemes.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced software developer with a wide range of knowledge and experience of producing software solutions within a dynamic consultancy environment across the development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, an excellent problem solver, and a fast self-learner able to adapt to new technologies and platforms. The candidate should have experience of working within an agile development environment, and be comfortable with working to deadlines and budget constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Development of innovative software solutions to support commercial projects
• Work with internal technical and domain experts to design and implement software solutions
• Develop and support legacy projects and tools
• Support and mentor junior developers
• Work with project teams to understand requirements and design solutions, identify new opportunities, and support project delivery
• Produce costed bids and proposals for new work and work closely with clients and project teams to develop opportunities
• Provide input on technical reports and systems design specifications for a wide range of projects
• Presentation and documentation of solutions to non-technical audiences


The Team

Our Digital consultancy group includes teams of Consultants, Developers, Data Scientists and Designers. We operate in a wide range of markets within the built environment and consultancy sectors and support a diverse range of clients in the UK and worldwide. We help clients to understand and leverage their data through the production of innovative solutions including web and mobile applications, data visualisations, data analytics platforms, dashboards, and multimedia solutions. Our diverse and dynamic team offers a creative and supportive environment to learn and develop, enabling team members to fulfil their professional and creative interests.

Our independence allows us to look for the appropriate technology solution based upon our clients’ needs. The global experience we have benefits our clients through cross market and cross country lessons learnt and detailed knowledge of the most challenging problems our clients face. We believe that when harnessed correctly, technology has the power to create smarter approaches to shape a better world.


Skills/Experience required for the role

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in Computer Science or other related discipline
• Typically, more than 3 years’ development experience
• Web based technology experience, e.g. javascript/node.js/html/css/php/asp.net
• Angular experience
• Development and support of relational databases platforms (SQL) and/or NoSQL technologies
• Agile Development methodologies
• A keen interest in the use of digital technologies and their application within the built environment
• Ability to communicate complex technical ideas to a non-technical audience


Desirable Skills

• Strong in one or more of C++/Java/C#.net/vb.net/Python
• Use of Kanban and project tracking software like JIRA or Trello
• Full stack application development
• Test driven development


Our Company

Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Through our work, we make a positive difference in the world.


Shape your time with us

How can we best work with you? Whether you’re a parent, a carer, a student, or just have a busy lifestyle, it’s not always easy to commit to standard working hours. At Arup you have access to a range of flexible working options – including flexible start and finish times, working from home or working part-time. If you're interested in any of these options, please let us know when you apply and we'll discuss how this could work in your role.


Reward and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary at all levels, and one of the best benefits package in our sector.

Core benefits include cover under the UK Healthcare Plan (private medical insurance), Life Assurance, Accident Insurance, and Income Protection (long term disability) cover. Core benefits are funded by us and made available to all permanent staff in order to support and safeguard your financial, physical and mental wellbeing. You will also have access to a grade-related Flexible Benefits Fund which you can choose to take as extra cash, or spend on a wide range of Choice Benefits to help with your work/life balance and financial security.

In addition, all permanent employees are eligible for the Global Profit Share scheme. Subject to scheme rules employees can receive two Profit Share payments per year, which are dependent on the firm’s financial performance.