Lead Developer

Salary: £48,000 - 53,000 per year

Requirements

• We require extensive experience developing web applications using C# and the .NET Core framework.
• We require extensive experience with SQL Server.
• We require experience integrating systems and developing APIs.
• We require strong project management skills.
• We require strong stakeholder management skills.
• We cannot offer sponsorship for this role.
• We require successful vetting and screening checks, including an enhanced DBS check, as part of our safeguarding commitment.

Responsibilities

• We develop and support our intranet platform using .NET Core.
• We build new features that improve the digital experience for our staff.
• We improve the usability of our intranet and related digital tools.
• We integrate essential systems that support the smooth running of our college.
• We work closely with stakeholders to shape and deliver intranet improvements.
• We contribute to our Data Services team and support our wider digital transformation.

Technologies

• C#
• Support
• SQL
• Web
• ASP.NET

More

We are a vibrant and well-respected further education college in Essex, serving post-16 learners and transforming lives in our local community through education and training. Our college was last graded Good by OFSTED, and we offer a collaborative environment within our Data Services team. This is a hybrid role with 50% remote working and a salary of up to £53,000, alongside 33 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with 21% employer contributions, access to a free on-site gym, wellness activities, 24-hour confidential advice, college courses, and ongoing training and career development.

last updated 23 week of 2026