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.Net Web Developer

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Role Responsibility

  • to undertake the technical development of group owned areas of www.destinology.co.uk and other digital platforms.
  • Liaise with business users to capture and document in a clear and concise way the requirements of change
  • Detailed analysis of user requirements for new systems and the continued maintenance/enhancement of current systems. Provide advice where alternative solutions exist
  • Provision of estimates for fixes/enhancements/new systems requested by the business
  • Produce Functional Specifications using jargon free language which can be understood by users
  • Produce technical specifications where appropriate
  • Programming in relevant languages as appropriate with adherence to best practice in security, usability and accessibility.
  • Unit testing, system testing and user training. Assist users with their acceptance testing.
  • Ensure that all work undertaken has been documented on the correct forms with authorising signatures in place before putting the fix/enhancement/new system forward for application to the ‘live’ environment using the Change Management Procedure (Fast Track or Release).
  • Ensure that appropriate levels of documentation are in place.
  • Any other duties requested by IT Management.
  • There will be project work to complete, which should be done in a professional manner.
  • Manage any risks or controls delegated to this position as detailed in the relevant risk registers, in line with the business's risk policy
  • There will be project work to complete, which should be done in a professional manner.
  • The duties listed are not exhaustive. Additional hours of work may be required, as determined by the needs of the business. Managers and staff may be required to undertake additional duties, responsibilities and projects as appropriate.

The Ideal Candidate

Capability, Knowledge and Experience 

  • Understanding and utilisation experience of core Analysis and Development technologies including C# .Net 4.5 and .Net Core, SQL Server 2016 and SQL as well as prevailing tools for modelling/simulation, planning, prototyping and mocking etc.
  • Working knowledge of HTML, CSS and client-side scripting
  • Experience of Angular V1+ (Version 1+)
  • Understanding of ECommerce specific coding and testing processes and procedures.
  • Good knowledge of windows server application like IIS
  • Test Driven Development knowledge
  • Knowledge and ability to utilise MVC software architecture framework
  • A pragmatic understanding of the project and application lifecycle and how these can be appropriately applied
  • Ability to liaise with business users and 3rd party suppliers to understand requirements and produce positive solution outcomes to technical challenges
  • Able to demonstrate a good understanding and experience in building software solutions
  • Demonstrable experience (both technical and business centric) of application solutions accounted for by this role
  • Understanding of PCI and OWASP security vulnerabilities
  • Good knowledge of W3C usability requirements together with other related legislation such as PCIDSS and cookie regulations
  • Good knowledge of testing methodologies
  • Basic understanding of project management methodologies
  • Minimum of 2 years web development experience

Education and Qualifications:

  • Degree level education preferable

Personal Characteristics:

  • understands competing objectives of commercial benefit and internal quality and when to make effective compromises
  • Communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel
  • Demonstrable experience in the timely delivery of projects
  • Logical approach to problem solving
  • Highly motivated, flexible and organised, with an ability to work under pressure.
  • Takes ownership of deliverables
  • Excellent time management skills – ability to effectively prioritise workloads and to meet business expectations.
  • An enthusiasm for personal development – the desire to extend personal skill sets through continuous self-assessment.
  • Adapts quickly to changing priorities and workloads
  • Recognises opportunities for improvement and uses initiative to introduce them
  • Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects
  • Well organised
  • Team player
  • Proactive and positive approach, supports the company, the brand and the Destinology Way

 

 

Package Description

As a skilled programmer experienced in C# .Net applications, you will be an integral member of the IT Development team and your primary focus is to undertake the technical development of group owned areas of www.destinology.co.uk and other digital platforms.

 

Salary

£30,000- £40,000 depending on experience 

Benefits

  • 22 days plus public holidays (8 per year) - totalling 30 days per year
  • Educational trip opportunities
  • Discounted holidays to our amazing portfolio of products (Destinology holidays)
  • Cycle to work schemes
  • Social Events
  • Free car parking, tea and coffee
  • Employee of the month award scheme
  • Dress down Fridays

After period of service:

  • Workplace pension scheme
  • Life assurance /Death in service benefit
  • Additional Annual Leave purchase scheme

Saga Share scheme

About the Company

Established in 2004, Destinology have grown from a young, ambitious luxury travel start-up, to being bought by the hugely successful Saga PLC in 2014. We’re experiencing year on year growth, but we want more!

We’re a digitally focussed company who believe in doing things a little bit differently as we strive to stay one step ahead, exploring and helping to redefine what luxury travel really means to people. Passionate about our products, places and people, we take great pride the relationships we build - with our customers, the suppliers we work with and our team.

It’s our dedication to customers, technology and people that helps to set us apart and provides the foundations to build success.

When you join Destinology you will see that we are committed to treating all employees fairly and to offering equal opportunities in all aspects of employment and advancement. 

We value diversity not just because it is the right thing to do, but because diverse teams perform better. Creating a culture in which everyone feels welcome and offering equal opportunities in all aspects of employment and advancement is incredibly important to us. Fair consideration is given to applications from all applicants, including those with disabilities. If you need support at any point with your application please let us know as we will be happy to help.

Saga Group

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