Application Developer in London

Ampa are looking to add three Software (Bespoke) Developers to our Applications & Development division on an initial 20-month contract basis. This role is to support the delivery and implementation of a new Azure-hosted technical solution that will transform how our internal debt recovery team operates in line with our product roadmap.

What you will be doing:

• Create, implement, and support reliable data integrations between our new debt solution, third parties, clients and internal systems.
• Ensure seamless data exchange, that automates vital business processes, supports regulatory requirements, and creates new possibilities for insightful reporting and process improvement.
• This role is critical in making the most of the debt solution by ensuring it works as part of a unified digital environment, driving efficiency and organisational growth.

Role Priorities:

• Understand the new solution, architecture design, project purpose and integration requirements.
• Undertake testing tasks within complex development projects to deliver a robust and scalable solution.

Key Accountabilities:

• As an experienced developer you will work on projects across predominantly Microsoft C# .Net MVC, SQL Server technologies and Web APIs.
• Assisting with development phases of new debt solution, validating requirements and ensuring that all aspects of data and solution design are within scope, complete, and deliverable.
• Handover from development and pilot into supported production, ensuring that appropriate documentation and support models are in place.
• Being a champion for innovation, analysing new technology solutions that could bring significant benefit to the business.

What you will need:

• A minimum of 3 years demonstrable track record of successful delivery of complex technical applications and services.
• You will need to have previous experience with the below tech stack: C#, .Net & ASP.Net, Source Control, Azure Cloud development, NServiceBus, and Domain-driven design, Scrum/Agile, API Design and management skills, HTML, CSS, Entity Framework.
• Experience with the following would be beneficial: DevOps, Automated Testing, Application Insights, MS Logic and Power Apps, TypeScript, NodeJS.
• The ability to produce high quality technical material, and to identify and develop opportunities to provide business benefit.
• Strong operational transformation experience with an analytical skillset to assess, identify and exploit opportunities.
• Excellent organisation and the ability to prioritise and carry out multiple tasks.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with the ability to think ahead and anticipate problems, issues, and solutions.
• The ability to build good relationships with stakeholders and colleagues.

Benefits, Agile Working and Additional information:

We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work. We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences and we’re keen to be flexible, after all, we value what you do, not where you do it.

We have the following hubs across the UK: Birmingham, Bristol, Leicester, Lincoln, London, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Solihull, Stratford upon Avon, Sheffield and in the South; Crawley, East Grinstead, Lewes, Brighton, Eastbourne, Seaford, Peacehaven, Storrington, Chichester & Southampton as well as our Scotland office located in Edinburgh.

Equal opportunities:

Ampa Group is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.

About Ampa Group:

Welcome to Ampa - a leading group of legal and professional services brands, home to leading legal services firms such as Shakespeare Martineau, Lime Solicitors, Mayo Wynne Baxter, Marrons and others. Our 'House of Brands' is where legal and professional service brands converge to unlock exciting opportunities for career advancement, collaboration, and comprehensive business services support across various disciplines including HR, IT, finance, and marketing.

Our overall purpose is to act as the cornerstone that facilitates the growth of every brand within our collective, empowering them with enhanced purchasing capabilities, access to specialised expertise, and a cohesive set of values and culture. At our core, we are dedicated to creating an environment where each brand thrives through mutual growth and co-operation. Through our shared infrastructure and central support, we enable our brands to flourish, using the strength of our collective resources.

If you are passionate about driving positive change and immersing yourself in an inclusive, diverse, and supportive culture, then we invite you to join our team as we continue to unlock the potential in our people, clients, and investors.