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C# Lead developer

SpeedyBooker

C# Lead developer

£70000

SpeedyBooker, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 37e72470355f439c9c05ea914cad8ac8

Full Job Description

  • You will report directly to the CTO.

  • Improving codebase while implementing new functionality.

  • Lead a team of experienced developers, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.

  • Collaborate with the CTO and Product owner to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.

  • Architect and design scalable, high-performance applications using C# and other relevant technologies.

  • Conduct code reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to coding standards.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, optimising performance and efficiency.

  • Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry best practices to drive innovation and efficiency.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new features and functionalities into existing systems.

  • Support legacy systems built on older .NET frameworks, ensuring compatibility and stability.

  • Provide technical leadership and guidance on server-related tasks, including deployment, maintenance, and optimization.

  • Help move the system to new technologies, e.g upgrading our framework from 4.8 to .net 8.

  • Out of hours cover, resolving infrequent system outages.

    We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Developer proficient in C# to join our team. The ideal candidate will serve as a right hand to the CTO, overseeing development projects, mentoring team members, and contributing to strategic planning. This role requires extensive experience in C#, familiarity with server technologies, and a strong understanding of various frameworks., Qualifications and Skills"Must have" technical skills

  • Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in software development, with a focus on C#.

  • MySQL or SQL

  • JavaScript

  • HTML

  • Css

  • Visual Studio

  • Experience with one of Angularjs/

  • Expertise in .NET frameworks, with the ability to maintain and support older systems.

  • Strong understanding of server-side technologies, such as IIS, SQL Server, and Windows Server.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detai1.

  • Experience with cloud platforms, such as Azure or AWS.

  • Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and deployment.


    • "Nice to have" technical skills / things you might learn
  • ASP.Net

  • MVC

  • Android / iOS apps

  • XML/Json

  • Have used Jira or similar software for managing projects

  • Automation

  • Unit testing

  • Plastic SCM

  • GIT


    • Other characteristics
  • A degree in computer sciences would be an advantage but is not a requirement.

  • We are looking for a talented individual who is organised, methodical, motivated, gives attention to detail, and can envisage building a long-term career within the company.

  • Prior experience in a leadership or managerial role within a software development team would be an advantage but is not a requirement.

  • Proven track record of delivering successful projects on time and within budget.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

  • Willingness to learn new tools and frameworks as needed.

  • Strong English written and verbal skills., Bachelor's (preferred)


    • Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bury St. Edmunds, IP33 1BE

  • We are a technology travel platform located in the centre of beautiful Bury St Edmunds, with exciting plans for the future.

  • We own and operate specialist leisure websites focusing on accommodation but also including activities. They include , and .

  • Our booking engine, internally developed over ten years, also powers third party websites.

  • We are building a property management system (PMS) to provide our properties with additional tools (turbo-pms.com).

  • Revenue grew over 20% in 2023 to reach a new record, and we are on track for over 30% growth in 2024.

  • Our vision is for SpeedyBooker to be the world's leading collection of leisure booking websites that are no.1 in their markets, powered by our platform and TurboPMS.

  • We have an exciting journey ahead.

    Opportunity to join an established profitable ecommerce/software business with exciting growth plans for the future.

  • Above industry average salary (dependent on experience) plus pension contributions.

  • Long-term bonus plan gives employees a share in growth in the value of the company.

  • Bright office on Cornhill in the centre of Bury St Edmunds:dog friendly, ping pong, table football, darts, as much coffee and tea as you can drink!

  • Hybrid working: work from home may be available for up to two days a week.

  • Relocation allowance if you move to Bury to St Edmunds.

  • Free car parking.

  • Employee benefits and rewards scheme.

  • Wellness videos and confidential helpline.

  • Paid for training.

  • Company events & social time.

  • Generous holiday allowance that rises to 28 days over time, plus bank holidays.

  • Support the environment: we donate over £20,000 every year to environmental causes, including a donation from every booking to the World Land Trust.

  • You will be joining a twenty-strong team of fun and hard-working sales people, account managers, and software developers with a high performance culture.


    • Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Pay: £50,000.00-£70,000.00 per year

    Expected hours: No less than 30 per week,
  • Company events

  • Company pension

  • Employee discount

  • Free parking

  • Work from home


    • Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

  • No weekends


    • Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus scheme

  • Loyalty bonus

  • Performance bonus