Lead Developer

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Location: Reading, Thatcham, Havant, Aberdeen, Glasgow, Perth and Inverness

Salary: £62,324 - £71,370 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role of a Lead Full-Stack Developer plays a pivotal role in the development and maintenance of applications and infrastructure to facilitate speedy software development and deployment. With a unique combination of technical support and IT operations, they ensure that critical applications and products are consistently improved and updated to align with business requirements. They will also help to identify and resolve complex incidents and problems while devising technical solutions that cater to the needs of the business.

You will be:

- Designing, developing and maintaining web applications (Python & ReactJS) across the business, focusing on Azure functions, APIs and application integrations.

- Coaching and leading by example within the continuous development team to add value to our products through development and release processes.

- Being a technical lead by turning the product backlog into workable solutions inline with, or via change of, the system design. Working with the team to define, develop, test and deliver business outcomes.

- Defining, implementing and maintaining development standards in line with specifications.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would need you to have:

- Strong experience with designing, building, and operating solutions using Azure cloud technologies: Azure authentication products, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Data Factory, Azure Function Apps, Azure Blob storage, Azure Active Directory and App-Insights.

- Exceptional programming, troubleshooting and analytical skills - following strict coding practise with unit testing, release procedures, coding design and documentation protocol as well as change management procedures.

- Hands-on experience with Python: developing and supporting function apps/web applications, familiarity with a microservices architecture and solid experience of building APIs, experience working with EventHub and NoSQL (Preferably Cosmos).

- Experience in continuous improvement and operational support roles - with full end to end agile product delivery lifecycle (including incident lifecycle) experience, must have the ability to investigate and analyse information with strong technical Debugging skills to find the causes of any production issues and to draw conclusions.

- Good knowledge in ReactJS is preferable but not mandatory.

About our Business

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.
As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Further actions

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact David on 01738 275846.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.