Q10275 Senior Developer – London – 1 permanent role
Band A2 Salary £46,532 - £61,255 plus benefits
THE COMPANY
The Parliamentary Digital Service Department forms part of the Parliamentary Administration.
We are the strategic Technology partner to the Commons and the Lords and deliver new
technologies and technology enabled change both through 3rd party contracts/procurements and inhouse bespoke development. We are responsible for all operational ICT support for Parliament
including a complex business applications portfolio and a secure and efficient network / desktop
environment for MPs, Lords and Parliamentary staff.
THE ROLE
As a Senior Developer working in the Development team of Parliamentary Digital Service
Department, you will demonstrate the ability to motivate and lead the development teams,
establishing an effective working dynamic in a short space of time.
The Senior Developer will take responsibility for the design, coding, testing and documentation of a
range of programs: from small components to large, complex or mission critical systems. You will
also evaluate existing system designs and discusses the implementation with the relevant architect
over the course of the project, it is essential you have proven ability to establish positive working
relationships and influence and persuade at all levels
The Senior Developer will ensures all work is documented using the appropriate standards, methods
and tools, including prototyping tools where appropriate. You will support the development and
maintenance of quality assurance policies and look to improve processes where appropriate and in
accordance with the organisation’s agreed standards, methods and procedures.
For more information and the job description please visit www.parliament.uk/about/working/jobs/
Closing date for applications is 22 April 2015
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES
We are currently looking for a Senior Developer who has:
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Ability to motivate and lead development teams, establishing an effective working dynamic
in a short space of time.
Strong sense of customer service and demonstrates an understanding of the needs of
customers, keeping them in mind when taking actions or making decisions
Expert in .NET 4.0 development using C#, ASP.NET MVC Framework
Demonstrably up to date with trends and developments in software development
technology
Experience of HTML5 and JQuery, with WCF or WebAPI webservices
HOW TO APPLY
Please ensure that you send your CV with a covering letter. Your CV should demonstrate broadly
how you meet the criteria in the job description. Your covering letter must specifically address the
five areas listed above. Your application will not be considered if these are not both completed.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
 excellent learning and development opportunities
 generous annual leave,
 contributory pension scheme,
 childcare voucher scheme, on site nursery,
 season ticket/bicycle loans,
 in house gym