Software Developer

About The Company Reed is a reputable organization dedicated to providing innovative solutions in the fields of affordable housing services and personal care. With a strong commitment to social impact, Reed leverages technology and progressive strategies to create meaningful change in communities. The company prides itself on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity, continuous learning, and professional growth. Recognized for its dedication to social mobility and workplace satisfaction, Reed is committed to making a positive difference through its services and its people. About The Role Reed is seeking a passionate and skilled Software Developer to join its dynamic development team on a 3-year fixed-term contract. This fully remote role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that directly impact the organization’s mission to improve lives through innovative solutions. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining in-house software systems that support the organization’s strategic goals. This role provides a platform to develop impactful solutions, contribute to a collaborative team environment, and advance your technical expertise within a forward-thinking organization. Qualifications The ideal candidate will have proven experience in commercial software development, with a strong foundation in .NET technologies, including C# and MVC.NET. Expertise in SQL, T-SQL, and JSON is essential, along with experience working with Azure DevOps or Git for version control. Candidates should have a solid background in front-end reactive frameworks, particularly Angular, and experience developing cloud-based solutions within Azure. A structured, analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail, combined with a proactive and collaborative approach, is vital for success in this role. A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is preferred, but equivalent practical experience will also be considered. Responsibilities The Software Developer will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including designing, developing, and maintaining in-house software solutions that align with the organization’s strategic objectives. This involves writing clean, reusable, and secure code to power operational processes, conducting thorough testing and quality assurance to ensure bug-free performance, and identifying areas for system improvement to enhance performance and user experience. The role requires close collaboration with IT colleagues and other departments to ensure software solutions meet business needs and are seamlessly integrated across platforms. Additionally, the developer will maintain and optimize systems across multiple environments, ensuring secure and reliable operation, and manage code repositories within Azure DevOps to facilitate efficient development workflows. Benefits Reed offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and work-life balance. Employees enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with flexible hybrid working arrangements to promote a healthy work environment. The organization provides an enhanced pension scheme, private medical care, and a Sharesave scheme to support financial planning. Additional benefits include an Employee Assistance Programme, annual company fun days, exclusive discounts, volunteering leave, and family-friendly policies. These benefits reflect Reed’s dedication to fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace where employees can thrive both professionally and personally. Equal Opportunity Reed is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within its workforce. The company provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reed values a diverse team and believes that varied perspectives and experiences drive innovation and success. The organization actively encourages applications from underrepresented groups and strives to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute and grow.