Backend Developer

time left to apply End Date: September 30, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

job requisition id R25_

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Location: Hybrid - London

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Server-Side Developer to work on our Platform. It is a custom-built online quote, bind and formal documentation issuance platform, that also offers a range of analytics to assist with underwriting, portfolio analysis and product performance. You will be working on improving and maintaining our existing platform, with opportunities to support our modernisation initiative by rebuilding the platform with a new microservices architecture.

The day to day:

• Design, develop, and maintain efficient and scalable server-side applications and services.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code using industry best practices and coding standards.
• Collaborate with the frontend team to integrate frontend components with server-side logic.
• Work with database administrators to ensure optimal data storage and retrieval.
• Optimize server applications for maximum speed, performance, and scalability.
• Troubleshoot and debug server issues, providing timely solutions.
• Implement security and data protection measures.
• Keep up to date with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in backend development.

About you:

• Experience as a Backend Developer or similar role.
• Proven high proficiency in ASP.NET, .NET (C#), and SQL.
• Experience with backend frameworks and libraries.
• Familiarity with relational and NoSQL database systems.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and web service technologies.
• Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with testing frameworks and test-driven development.
• Security awareness and the ability to implement security best practices.
• Performance optimization and profiling skills.
• Experience with Azure cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of version control systems like Git.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is advantageous.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively, take initiative, problem-solve, make decisions, and turn ideas into code.
• Good communication skills, attention to detail, and high motivation.
• Familiar with the Software Development Life Cycle process.
• Insurance experience is advantageous but not mandatory.

The rewards:

• A negotiable basic salary and standard benefits (Holiday, pension, etc.)
• A collaborative, open, and honest environment focused on delivering the best outcomes for clients and staff.
• Flexible working arrangements, whether remote or in-office.
• Support for professional development with funding for relevant qualifications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in our diversity and seek applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Founded in 1939, Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO) has grown into one of the world's largest insurance brokerages, built on trust, resilience, and results. Our global, high-performing team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions, emphasizing integrity, teamwork, and trust. We value diversity and are committed to doing what is best for our customers.