Software Developer

The Company 
Positioned as Australia’s largest disaster recovery specialist, Johns Lyng Group has been established since 1953 and is a great place to grow and develop your career. Having a reputation for excellence you will be able to utilise your skills on challenging and meaningful projects, supported by other subject matter experts within our own collaborative and supportive team.  A business that values inclusion and diversity, and where you will be an important team member and individual able to make a significant contribution an organisation where everyone in the company is crucial to the business success, regardless of level or function.    
 
We Offer:

• The opportunity to join an organisation with an exciting future
• Stability and job security with an established and respected organisation.
• An opportunity to have an impact across the entire business
• A positive and rewarding team culture
• Career progression where great work is recognised and rewarded.
• Support and guidance from experienced manager
• Discounts on technology, cars, fashion, and leisure
• Up to date technology and a modern office environment
• On-going training and clear career pathways
• Study support & mentorship
• Supportive, social and collaborative team

The Role:
 
Day to day you will be tasked with driving quality, mentoring staff and overseeing the design, development and delivery of a variety of software products and services. This position would be well-suited to an individual who is adaptable, flexible, willing to challenge and be challenged. In addition, your strong communication skills and attention to detail will benefit you in this highly analytical role with a focus on sound problem solving and troubleshooting ability.  
 
Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Software Development team in providing input into system design & development implementation
• Research & introduce proven technologies where feasible to provide technical improvements
• Develop & support business software suites for multiple business units within the Johns Lyng Group of companies
• Provide input on ways to improve code quality, testing quality and software reliability
• Build robust & scalable solutions
• Manage technical debt
• Solve complex problems

Key Selection Criteria:
 
Do you have proven examples of demonstrating drive and energy? Are you extremely motivated and can think outside the box? Being able to demonstrate and highlight examples of these are the key criteria for you to be successful in joining our existing talented and passionate team.  The following selection criteria is also important, but we are happy to teach and mentor you along the way.

• Commercial experience in .NET development technologies & Microsoft application development frameworks.
• Proficient with Object Relational Mapping, LINQ, Entity Framework
• Proven commercial experience with Microsoft .NET, .NET Core, C# .NET, VB .NET, AngularJS & Angular
• Strong knowledge of relational databases and database design, specifically SQL Server including performance tuning.
• A desire to stay updated on modern software development methodologies, tools and architecture
• Proven ability to improve legacy software to conform with modern best practices and integration with 3rd party systems
• Proficient with Git, Azure Devops and CI/CD
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices, coding standards, build processes & source control management
• Demonstrate motivation & expertise in mentoring, managing tech debt, solving complex problems & motivating / empowering team members
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment managing multiple urgent requests
• Strong technical, diagnostic, troubleshooting & problem-solving skills
• Ability to develop & support solutions that deliver customer value
• Inclusive & collaborative interpersonal attributes
• Relevant tertiary qualification highly regarded, however not essential

You will be joining a Software Team which consists of members from various walks of life accompanied by a broad range of skillsets in this highly collaborative environment where teamwork is our most highly valued asset. Our culture of growth, development along with flexible working hours will ensure you have the support you need to make a success of your next career move.
 
It is essential that you demonstrate in your career, proven experience in your field of expertise.  We need forward thinkers, individuals to provide substantiated innovative thinking and solutions to the business.   
 
Please note: A criminal background check and medical will make up part of the recruitment process.