Software Engineer

Software Engineer

Software Engineer (fulltime) - Salary – £37,511 to £44,130 (dependent on experience) - Hybrid working.

Ordnance Survey (OS), Great Britain’s national mapping agency and a leader in geospatial data and technology, is seeking passionate individuals to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a trusted partner to various sectors, OS is dedicated to enhancing quality of life through our expertise and data. With a legacy of over 230 years, we are committed to maintaining our status as the most inspiring and trusted geospatial partner in the world.

Join Our Mission

Our expanding Technology team is integral to keeping OS at the forefront of geospatial capability. We are searching for individuals who share our passion for innovation and customer-centric design and technology services.

Make a Difference

By joining us, you will play a crucial role in projects that have tangible benefits across Britain and beyond. You will be a part of a vision that aims to establish OS as the global leader in geospatial services, creating location insights for a positive impact.

About the Role

We are on the lookout for a Software Engineer with a zeal for technology to join our Data Capture Technology team. This team is pivotal in developing applications that capture real-world changes as they happen. We are currently in an exhilarating phase of expanding our data range and modernising our legacy systems.

Your Impact

• Develop, maintain, and enhance our services to ensure continuous high-level availability and standards for our customers

• Write code that adheres to best practices, ensuring it is clean, secure, and maintainable, and participate in code reviews to maintain quality standards

Who We Are Looking For

We encourage applications from individuals who are enthusiastic about technology and eager to contribute to our team. We value a diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. We are looking for someone with

• A passion for software engineering and adherence to industry best practices, including CI/CD principles, TDD, Agile

• Experience in developing and supporting applications using both on-premise and cloud-based technologies (e.g., Azure, IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)

• Proficiency or familiarity with technologies such as C#, Python, Git, CI/CD, and cloud-based technology like Azure

• Interest or experience in Azure application development, Durable Function Apps, ADO Pipelines, Unit testing, Geospatial technologies (FME/ArcGIS), databases (PostgreSQL/AzureSQL), serverless architecture, test automation, monitoring, and observability is beneficial

At OS, we believe that a diverse team enriches our work and innovation. We want to clarify that meeting every single requirement is not necessary. We are interested in your unique skills and passion for technology. If you meet a selection of the criteria and are enthusiastic about the role, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to providing opportunities for learning and growth.

Please submit your CV and Cover Letter, detailing your relevant skills, experiences, and passion for technology.

The Rewards

We want you to love what you do. That is why our benefits package rewards a job well done. Check out how we support and invest in our employees by clicking here.

• Salary – £37,511 to 44,130 (dependent on experience)

• Performance related bonus up to 10%

• A competitive pension scheme (OS contributes up to ~12%)

• 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays (including 3 days Christmas shutdown), with an extra day’s leave for each year worked up to 33 days

• Free subscription to our award-winning OS Maps app and wider employee discounts

• Support with continuous improvement with access to online learning platforms/e-books, and coaching / mentoring schemes

• Life Assurance cover

• Plus, a suite of excellent additional perks and benefits

At OS, we believe looking after your health and wellbeing means more than posters and events. We empower you to manage your work and life the way you need it by offering things like

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Flexible working

• Annual volunteer day to support the local community and charities

• OS Explorers Nursery discount

• Parking at our modern Southampton HQ, or Cycle to Work scheme for active commuting

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