Software Engineer

Role Summary

The Mid-range .NET Developer is an important member of the Copy Protection program team, responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting software across both legacy and modern stacks. This role is delivery-focused with opportunities to contribute to technical discussions and gain exposure to hardware-integrated systems. The developer will collaborate closely with senior team members, QA, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes and build knowledge of the Copy Protection system.

The role includes Level 2 support responsibilities, assisting with technical investigation and issue resolution, with escalation and design ownership handled by senior developers and the Technical Architect.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain application components using C#, .NET Framework / .NET Core, and VB.NET (legacy system support).
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and web-based components that integrate with internal and external systems.
• Contribute to development of web applications and services, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability.
• Work with Senior Developers and the Technical Architect to translate business requirements into working software solutions.
• Contribute to modernisation efforts of the Copy Protection platform, gaining exposure to SaaS and microservices concepts.
• Maintain awareness of system dependencies, including hardware devices (USB readers / writers, smart cards).
• Assist with Level 2 production support by investigating issues and escalating as needed.
• Follow GitHub source control practices, including branching, pull requests, and versioning.
• Keep Azure DevOps (ADO) boards up to date to provide visibility of progress and blockers.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to a collaborative team culture.
• Write and maintain clean, testable, and well-documented code that adheres to company standards.

Role Focus Breakdown

Application Development – ~60%

Technical Design & Consultation – ~20%

L2 Support / Mentorship / SME – ~20%

Required Skills & Experience

Desirable Skills & Knowledge