About this role
Software Developer Stockport – Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)
Permanent, Full Time
January 2027 start
Salary: up to £50,000
We’re looking for a talented Software Developer to join a growing development team and help build, enhance and support modern, cloud-based software solutions.
This is a great opportunity for a developer with solid commercial experience who enjoys solving real-world problems, working with Microsoft technologies and getting involved across the full software development lifecycle.
You’ll also be joining a team that is embracing AI-assisted development, so we’re particularly interested in developers who are already using tools such as Claude, GitHub Copilot or similar and are keen to explore how AI can make development more efficient and effective.
The Role Working as part of a collaborative Agile team, you’ll be involved in designing, developing, testing and supporting software applications.
You’ll have the opportunity to work across a broad range of development activities while continuing to build your technical skills and contribute ideas for improving both applications and development processes.
What you'll be doing Developing, testing and maintaining high-quality software applicationsWriting clean, secure, maintainable and well-documented codeWorking with colleagues and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective solutionsBuilding and supporting applications using Microsoft technologies and AzureDeveloping and optimising SQL Server databases, queries and stored proceduresWorking as part of an Agile development teamTroubleshooting application defects and performance issuesParticipating in code reviews and contributing to development best practicesIdentifying opportunities to improve applications, processes and user experienceKeeping up to date with emerging technologies, particularly across the Microsoft and AI ecosystems What we're looking for You'll need solid commercial experience with:
C# and .NETMicrosoft Azure and cloud-based developmentMicrosoft SQL Server and T-SQLHTML, CSS and JavaScriptA modern JavaScript framework such as React or AngularThe software development lifecycle, including development, testing and deploymentSecure software development principlesAgile development environments You'll also need good problem-solving and analytical skills, together with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
AI-assisted development AI is becoming an increasingly important part of modern software development, and we're looking for developers who are interested in embracing that change.
Ideally, you'll already have some practical experience using tools such as Claude, GitHub Copilot or similar for activities including:
CodingTesting and debuggingDocumentationResearch and problem solving Just as importantly, you'll understand that AI-generated code needs to be reviewed, tested and validated rather than simply accepted at face value.
You don't need to be an AI expert. We're looking for someone who is curious, willing to experiment and keen to develop their understanding of how AI can improve the development process.
Desirable experience Experience with any of the following would be useful:
Azure Functions, App Services or Logic AppsDevOps and CI/CD pipelinesREST APIs and integrationsAzure AI, OpenAI or Copilot technologiesMachine learningIoT platforms or data-driven applications What you'll bring We're looking for someone who:
Is genuinely interested in technology and continuous learningTakes ownership of their workEnjoys solving problems and finding better ways of doing thingsWorks well with both technical and non-technical colleaguesTakes pride in producing quality softwareHas good attention to detailIs curious about new technologies, particularly AIBrings a positive, collaborative approach to the team What's on offer? Salary up to £50,000Permanent, full-time positionHybrid working – 2 days per week in StockportThe opportunity to work with modern Microsoft and Azure technologiesExposure to AI-assisted software developmentA collaborative and supportive development environmentA variety of projects and technologies to work withOpportunities for continued learning and professional developmentThe chance to make a genuine contribution within a growing technology team If you're an experienced C#/.NET developer with Azure and SQL Server experience, and you're keen to develop your skills while embracing the opportunities presented by AI, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more.