Software Engineer (Backend development)
| Posting date: | 12 December 2024 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 January 2025 |
| Location: | Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5GD |
| Company: | British Gas (Centrica) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | R0063661_1733999788 |
Summary
About the Role
We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our cross-functional team in Digital Technology Services (DTS) at Centrica. This core function provides engineering services across the company. Our teams are responsible for building, testing, and running their platforms in production. You will work closely with Product Owners to define roadmaps and play a key role in delivering new technology, enabling the growth of Centrica with your SaaS platforms.
Key Responsibilities
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Build and drive engineering solutions and best practices across Centrica's Integration platforms.
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Design, build, and manage end-to-end solutions across various platforms including AWS, Azure, and Salesforce.
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Utilize Typescript, Java, Python, and Azure, with services deployed to AWS.
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Host platforms on Serverless architectures or microservices on Kubernetes.
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Use SQL and NoSQL databases, Terraform for IaC, and Datadog for monitoring.
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Participate in innovation projects and hackathons with partners like AWS, Microsoft, and Datadog.
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Influence and define technical strategies and drive specialist areas like Security, SRE, and Quality.
What We Need from You
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Experience building Typescript/Node.js backend applications.
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Experience with Serverless and Event Driven architectures on AWS.
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Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, or similar tools.
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Strong experience with API technologies.
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Knowledge of engineering best practices and continuous delivery.
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Passion for building quality software and delighting customers.
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Proactive in improving deployment, monitoring, alerting, and incident handling practices.
Competencies
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Willingness to continuously learn and improve.
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Good verbal and written communication skills.
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Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work unsupervised.
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Approachable, passionate, and detail-oriented.
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Open-minded about using and discovering new tools and technologies.
What We Offer
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Competitive salary and bonus potential
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Employee Energy Allowance at 15% of the government price cap
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Pension scheme
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Company Funded Healthcare Plan
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25 days holiday allowance, plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
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Flexible benefits including technology vouchers, electric car lease scheme, and travel insurance
How to Apply
If you are excited about this opportunity and meet the requirements, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your application through our careers page.
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