Junior – Mid-Level C# SQL WPF Developer – Reigate

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary of Role

A C#.Net / SQL developer is required to join the Investment Systems team to help with the continued development and support of a suite of C# applications used by consultants within the global Investment business of Willis Towers Watson.

The Role


We are an innovative and diverse team of around 25 developers responsible for identifying, building and delivering systems that drive efficiency, manage risk and help deliver solutions to external clients.

We employ the Agile methodology, working flexibly and pragmatically to adapt solutions to business constraints while continuously seeking to improve quality and increase our productivity.

Our systems are developed in .NET and MS SQL Server, with every member of the team having a full MSDN subscription and ReSharper licence as well as access to Pluralsight and a team budget for other tools and resources. 

As a software developer with us you will:

·  Contribute to all stages of the software development lifecycle, including requirements definition, design, coding, testing, release, ongoing maintenance and support
·  Resolve technical problems arising during the development lifecycle and after release
·  Provide professional and responsive frontline support to users, answering questions, troubleshooting, controlling access, responding to requests for changes and providing training where needed
·  Actively contribute to the success of the team by sharing knowledge and ideas, striving to improve quality and efficiency and championing best practices such as code maintainability and adherence to design patterns and coding standards
·  Contribute to a strong culture of teamwork through collaboration with fellow developers, business analysts and end users
·  Manage priorities and time effectively across multiple projects

The Requirements

·  Minimum of 5 years’ professional software development experience
·  Minimum of 2 years’ experience in C#.Net using MS Visual Studio, and MS SQL Server
·  Familiarity with all stages of the software life cycle from requirements gathering through to user support
·  Experience and understanding of Agile software development methodologies

Desirable

·  UI development experience in WPF/XAML using the MVVM pattern
·  Practical experience of test driven development

The Company
Willis Towers Watson is a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. With roots dating to 1828, Willis Towers Watson has 40,000 employees serving more than 140 countries. We design and deliver solutions that manage risk, optimize benefits, cultivate talent, and expand the power of capital to protect and strengthen institutions and individuals. Our unique perspective allows us to see the critical intersections between talent, assets and ideas – the dynamic formula that drives business performance. Together, we unlock potential. Learn more atwillistowerswatson.com .

Willis Towers Watson is an equal opportunity employer
Willis Towers Watson believes that effectively managing a diverse workforce is vital to our business strategy. We have an obligation to our organization, ourselves and our clients to hire and develop the best people we can find. We will continually review our policies and practices to ensure that all areas of the employment process (including recruiting, hiring, work assignments, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, company-sponsored development programs and overall workplace experience) are free from discriminatory practices. We are committed to equal employment opportunities at Willis Towers Watson.

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