Senior Software Engineer

dnata Travel Group, part of the Emirates Group, includes the brands of Gold Medal and Travelbag.

We are now recruiting for a Senior Software Engineer who will be working on all phases of software development, within a team of developers at our Leyland office. Working closely with product/programme management, infrastructure and architecture teams, to deliver high quality robust solutions within agreed timeframes.

The dnata Travel engineering team are responsible for the growth and evolution of in-house developed travel platforms and integrate with a number of 3rd party platforms. These platforms are being developed and rolled out across multiple brands, departments and teams within the dnata Travel group.

You will be joining a smart, experienced, fast-moving team working in an agile environment, who continue to explore new technologies, tools & techniques to both grow the platforms and to service the growing needs of the business that the platforms supports.

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 per week

Job Accountabilities

• Undertake the development of high load, multi-threaded, distributed, enterprise software systems to formal and informally provided design schematics.
• Deliver strong technical solutions with high quality and on time.
• Take ownership of assigned work items and drive to their successful conclusion.
• Provide clear and accurate updates on progress, status and risks.
• Provide representative and timely estimates for future work candidates.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of enterprise software development patterns, practices and methodologies.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of Microsoft web application .NET development technologies, including .NET, .NET Core, SQL Server 2012 and any subsequent versions.
• Stay up to date with technology developments and techniques that provide commercial advantage.
• To work with all members of the Development Team to promote a good team working environment where open communication is invited.
• Respond to live issues raised throughout the business.
• Liaise with the testing and infrastructure teams on technical and support issues.
• Communicate complex technical solutions in a clear and concise manner to members of the development team and IT department.
• Work to continually improve the development team's processes and methodologies.
• Provide On Call support to the business

To be considered for this role, we need you to have the following skills, experience and qualifications:

• A background in delivering web sites / services using .NET technology environment.
• Knowledge of principles and concepts and practical experience of a wide range of technology solutions.
• A strong track record of software delivery.
• Experience of working on multi-tier, high volume, transactional systems and a thorough understanding of the related challenges and how to navigate them.
• Broad knowledge of key technology theories and architectures (e.g. data structures, algorithms, design patterns, application architectures, technologies and solution design).
• Experience of developing and supporting API’s and micro services supplying a service to both internal and external customers.
• Experience of software development within the travel industry.

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Our bright, modern office in Leyland is just 10 minutes from junctions 28 & 29 of the M6. We have some fantastic benefits, making us a great place to work:

• Travel discounts – we have a dedicated Staff Travel Team to help you plan your next adventure
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days after 5 full years of service (+ bank holidays)
• Additional annual leave purchase scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Low-cost health care for you and your family
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Ongoing development – we have an in-house People Development Team
• Industry/social events – including supplier events, office socials & parties and pop-up shops
• Cycle to work scheme
• Reward & recognition programme
• Belong programme - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that play a crucial role in implementing our DEI strategy
• Volunteer days – one day’s paid leave each year to volunteer with a registered charity
• dnata4good – supporting the local communities we work, live and thrive in
• Refer a friend scheme
• Free eye care tests