JOB ROLE: Software Developer
SALARY: up to £57,000
ROLE TYPE: Permanent
HOURS: 37
LOCATION: York
At Northern, we’re building a new in‑house development team and are looking for Developers to help deliver innovative digital solutions across our business. You’ll develop and maintain front‑end and back‑end applications, working closely with Business Analysts, Testers, DevOps Engineers and fellow Developers to deliver high‑quality software that meets business needs.
What you’ll be doing
- Developing applications using C#, ASP.NET Core/.NET Framework, React Native and React Web
- Building user interfaces, APIs and data solutions
- Writing and maintaining unit tests
- Troubleshooting and resolving software issues
- Participating in code reviews and knowledge sharing
- Supporting CI/CD delivery alongside DevOps teams
- Collaborating with stakeholders to shape and deliver solutions
About you
- Proven software development experience
- Experience with C#, ASP.NET Core/.NET Framework, React Native and React Web
- Strong problem‑solving and collaboration skills
- A passion for delivering quality code and continuous improvement
- Mentoring other developers in the team.
- Working with Agile methodologies.
Desirable skills include
CSS, Next.js, TDD, Microsoft Azure, Playwright and Appium Tests.
What’s in it for you
- Free Travel: Unlimited free travel for you, your partner, and your dependents on Northern services. Plus up to 75% discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.
- Generous Pension Scheme: We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
- Enhanced Family Benefits: We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 42% on a bike and spread the cost.
- Exclusive Discounts: From shopping to wellbeing, Northern Perks has you covered.
- Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for family, lifestyle, and more.
- Training and Career Development: We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business you’re in.
- Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. That’s why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards, recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.
Why Northern
We’re more than just a train operator. We’re the heartbeat of the North – connecting communities, creating opportunities, and driving sustainable growth. With 2,500 trains running daily, we’re on a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment. Back in 1825, the first passenger train set off in the North of England, beginning a journey that would transform travel across the world. We’ve recently celebrated 200 years of the modern railway and, as we reflect on that legacy, our focus is now on the future as Great British Rail takes shape. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.
A place for everyone
At Northern, we don’t just move people from A to B – we’re building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if that’s something you need. We’re also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer, so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we’ll always offer an interview. We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and a medical assessment. No matter your background, experience, or whether you call it a bap, barm, or cob there’s a place for you here in the railway.
