Software Developer

Bud is a world-class SaaS platform at the heart of organisations, driving the skills agenda in post-16 education. Founded in 2017 to serve the apprenticeship training market, Bud manages over 80,000 users across an enviable portfolio of training providers and employers. We have recently invested further in our proposition, with venture capital support, to capitalise on the expansion of funded qualifications in the UK.

Are you ready to step into a role that challenges, excites, and rewards in equal measure? As a Mid-Level Software Developer, you'll play a crucial role in an agile team, driving the design and development of robust, high-performance systems. Working closely with the Product Owner, you'll ensure solutions meet acceptance criteria while shaping the Bud platform's technical evolution.

The role in a nutshell, you'll be

• Collaborating effectively within an agile team, ensuring clear communication of progress and proactive resolution of challenges.
• Developing maintainable, robust, and well-documented code, adhering to industry best practices.
• Implementing high-quality, performance-driven technical solutions for the Bud platform, actively participating in design and refinement discussions.
• Ensuring all delivered solutions meet or exceed defined requirements and acceptance criteria, ensuring optimal functionality and user satisfaction.
• An advocate for adopting strategic technology advancements that align with the long-term goals of the Bud platform.
• A mentor and supporter of all team members, sharing knowledge and experience, to foster collective growth.

Do you have the Bud DNA? What we're looking for

Proficiency in .NET (C#, ASP.NET).

Experience with SQL Server.

Familiarity with Azure services.

Strong background in REST/API Development.

Experience with Angular.

Solid understanding of Agile Development, including Scrum.

But it would be amazing if you're experienced in or have knowledge of

NServiceBus or similar.

Docker.

Why Bud?

Be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where learning and growth are constants.

Join a team that's helping to reshape the educational landscape.

Enjoy a role where your contribution directly impacts our success and growth.

What's in it for you?

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), rising to 29 days (FTE).

Additional day Birthday leave, +1 day leave for each year length of service up to 4 extra days.

Private healthcare & subsidised dental care plan.

Company contributory pension scheme.

Cycle to work scheme.

On-site gym.

Purchase up to 5 days additional leave per year.

Department

Technology

Location

Bristol/Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent

To apply for this role

Send us your CV and cover letter and a member of our team will be in touch!