Software Engineer

Open GI

  • United Kingdom
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
It is our vision to connect the insurance community through market-leading technology. Our people are placed at the heart of this, and diversity, equity and inclusion are central to everything we do.We know the key to achieving success is to enable a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working culture, and, as part of our commitment, we have signed up for a number of pledges and programmes designed to support and nurture our people.No matter where you sit or which team you are a part of, we want you to know that you contribute in helping us to shape where the company will be in the future. We would love for each employee to be able to talk with pride about our company and, most importantly, consider Open GI to be an inclusive, fun and fulfilling place to work.Development of solutions which enable OGI to lead the market, whilst continually improving the current technical estate.Please note, this is a hybrid position requiring in-office attendance at our Worcester location twice a week.Your key responsibilities
  • Work with the rest of the team to ensure all change takes us towards our technical goals.
  • Hands on delivery of software working as part of a cross functional scrum team. Advocating and implementing improvements in working practices.
  • Work as part of a collaborative, customer focussed and industry leading Development function.
  • Work collaboratively with our internal and external customers to provide a leading software development service.
  • Work with external suppliers to deliver quality software which enhances Open GI’s market position and technical estate.
  • Act in the role of a key Scrum team member, proactively picking up tasks and following them through to completion.
  • Deliver new customer requirements as quickly, reliably and efficiently as possible.
  • Contribute to a continually improving Agile software development framework.
  • Liaise with Business Analysts, Developers and QA’s, establishing and implementing requirements and/or the resolution of live operational issues.
Experience
  • An understanding of Java technology.
  • Experience of working on production software applications and databases.
  • Proven ability to implement designed solutions in conjunction with the broader Scrum team.
  • Experience of developing software at a high-level in Java.
  • Using and implementing Design Patterns.
Skills
  • Deep understanding and experience of developing using Java, Microsoft, or Open GI proprietary technologies.
  • A good understanding of and ability to work with Java, Microsoft web and Open GI and proprietary technologies.
  • Problem solving and deep analysis skills including ability to diagnose performance issues.
Aptitudes
  • Finds the appropriate balance between technical/architectural fit and delivery of business goals.
  • Self-motivated and driven to get things to done.
  • Methodical, disciplined, and innovative in approach to development tasks
  • Keen attention to detail.
  • Aptitude for problem solving and logical thinking.
  • Able to learn, absorb and implement new ideas or technologies quickly.
  • Ability to create and drive technical innovation.
Mission and ValuesOur values are central to our vision, as they represent how we collaborate to continually deliver for our customers:
  • Accountability: We own our actions and shape our success on the results we deliver
  • Innovation: We tackle challenges with fresh thinking and bold ideas
  • Teamwork: We work together, recognising we can’t do this without each other
  • Trust: We build trust on integrity, transparency and mutual respect
We are looking for an individual who embraces our values in their actions, decisions, communications and processes to inspire positivity and, ultimately, exceptional performance.Benefits package
  • A competitive salary depending on skills and experience
  • Company pension
  • Bonus opportunity
  • Life assurance and critical illness cover
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Perkbox – an exclusive platform offering a wide range of discounts and benefits
  • Holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum, increasing to 26 days per annum after three years of service & a holiday purchase scheme
  • A hybrid approach to work
  • Opportunity for a more flexible approach to start, finish, and lunchtimes to allow you to better manage events outside of work
  • Social clubs - whether you’re into your cycling, crafts, or other hobbies, we have a number of groups at Open GI where individuals who enjoy the same pursuits can get together
  • Wellbeing – wills at work scheme, employee assistance programme and mental health first aiders
Please note, this is a hybrid position requiring in-office attendance at our Worcester or Winchester location twice a week.To apply for this role please fill out the application form and send us your CV.

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