Description
We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens.
Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration.
Why you will love this opportunity as Senior Software Engineer (Fullstack) at Civica
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer (fullstack) to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of innovative software solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products that meet user needs and business objectives.
What you will do to be successful in this role
Responsibilities:
- Design, development and implementation of software applications, ensuring scalability, performance, and security.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure best practices, maintainability, and adherence to coding standards.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver effective solutions.
- Identify and troubleshoot software issues, implementing effective solutions in a timely manner.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software design, code, and processes.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, advocating for improvements and new technologies that could benefit the team and projects
Requirements
Essential skills:
- Strong experience in ASP, .NET Framework, C#
- Proficient in Test-Driven development, automated testing frameworks and methodologies
- Experienced with cloud technologies e.g. Azure, AWS (preferrable)
- In depth knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD, containerization, etc.)
- Automated IaC experience, e.g.: Terraform, Ansible, ArgoCD
- A “write it, own it” attitude to production environments with experience of observability
- Expert in database design and management (MSSQL).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a knack for debugging complex issues.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across teams.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, with a focus on iterative development.
- Experience in modernising legacy applications
Preferred skills:
- Experience working with Go (Golang) and React.js
- Understanding of observability practices, including logging, metrics, and tracing.
- Awareness of cloud security best practices, including IAM policies and secret management.
- Passion for continuous learning and driving technical innovation.
Benefits
Time Off & Work-Life Balance
✔ 25 Days Annual Leave + bank holidays – plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days!
✔ Days of Difference – Up to 3 extra days off for volunteering.
Financial Well-being & Security
✔ Pension Contributions – 5% employer match to support your future.
✔ Income Protection – Up to 75% salary cover for long-term illness.
✔ Life Assurance – 4x salary tax-free lump sum.
✔ Critical Illness Cover – £25,000 lump sum (extendable to dependents).
Health & Perks
✔ Private Medical Insurance – Fast access to private healthcare.
✔ Health Cash Plan – Claim back physio, therapies & more.
✔ Dental Insurance – Cover for routine & emergency care.
✔ Affinity Groups – Join employee-led communities.
✔ Bounty Bonus – Refer a friend & get rewarded.
At Civica, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and excellence, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure fairness and transparency, so every candidate has an equal chance to contribute to our mission.
If you need any adjustments or accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to support you.
