Developer - #1656906

BUSINESS FUNCTION: Finance (IT)

SALARY: TBC / ML1:SB3

ROLE TYPE: Hybrid

LOCATION: York/Leeds/Manchester

HOURS: 37 per week

Are you passionate about creating high quality, functional software? Do you thrive in dynamic, fast paced environments where you can make an impact?

We are looking for a talented Developer to join our new, high performing in house team. In this role, you'll work alongside experienced professionals to build and maintain cutting edge front end and back end solutions that directly drive our business success.

If you’re eager to contribute to innovative projects and grow your career with a collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you!

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop and maintain frontend interfaces and backend APIs, ensuring seamless user experiences and functionality.
• Collaborate with Business Analysts and Testers to understand requirements and ensure high quality code delivery.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and debugging.
• Write and maintain unit tests for both frontend and backend code to ensure code reliability.
• Stay up to date with new technologies and frameworks, sharing knowledge with peers and contributing to continuous improvement within the team.
  
  
  

About You:

• Demonstrable experience in software development, with strong knowledge of both frontend and backend development.
• Proficiency in.ASP.NET Core or the .NET Framework, React Native, React Web, and UI frameworks such as Material UI or Storybook.
• Experience in frontend technologies including CSS and Next.js.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to debug and troubleshoot complex issues, and a commitment to producing high quality, well documented code.
  
  
  

What’s in it for you?

At Northern, we don’t just value our people - we go the extra mile to support them. Here’s a taste of what you can look forward to:

• Free Travel: Unlimited free travel for you, your partner, and your dependents on Northern services. Plus up to 75% discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.
• Generous Pension Scheme: We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
• Enhanced Family Benefits: We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 42% on a bike and spread the cost.
• Exclusive Discounts: From shopping to wellbeing, Northern Perks has you covered.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme: Buy up to 5 extra days of annual leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for family, lifestyle, and more.
• Training and Career Development: We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business you’re in.
• Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. That’s why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards, recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.
  
  
  

Why Northern?

We’re more than just a train operator. We’re the heartbeat of the North - connecting communities, creating opportunities, and driving sustainable growth. With 2,500 trains running daily, we’re on a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment.

Back in 1825, the first passenger train set off in the North of England, after which rail quickly spread across the globe - and this year, we’re celebrating 200 years of the modern railway. As we look back on the historic events that led us here, we also look towards the future as we move into the era of Great British Rail. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.

A place for Everyone

The best journeys happen when everyone feels welcome on board.

At Northern, we don’t just move people from A to B - we’re building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if that’s something you need. We're also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer, so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we’ll always offer an interview.

We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and medical assessment.

No matter your background, experience, or whether you call it a bap, barm, or cob… there’s a place for you here in the railway.

Please note that Northern reserves the right to close recruitment for this role before the published closing date, if high volumes of applications are received.