IT PROGRAMMER (WPF or VB.NET)

An IT Programmer is needed to join a world leading company specialising in innovative PFC-free materials, treatments, and aftercare systems. Working one day a week from their Wadhurst Head Office, with the remainder from home, the IT Programmer will assist with the maintenance and delivery of in-house systems and databases to the latest industry standards, whilst providing 2nd line IT support for development issues.

Proudly standing as the sole outdoor company to be honoured with the Queen's Award for Sustainable Development, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to minimizing environmental impact. Our client are a leading producer of care products and material systems designed for outdoor apparel, footwear, and equipment. They now seek an IT Programmer to join a small, tight-knit team and dive into various tasks to get things done together.

The IT Programmer will play a crucial role in offering comprehensive support for company applications developed in-house across a diverse range of systems, including MS Access, SQL, ASP/HTML, Crystal, Silverlight, and WPF. Responsibilities encompass developing VB.NET software using Microsoft WPF, with a focus on transitioning from legacy systems like ASP.NET and Silverlight. Proficiency in SQL and SSMS is essential for tasks such as writing stored procedures, creating databases, and managing server-related responsibilities. The role involves adhering to change management processes, obtaining approval for software changes, and meticulously documenting them. Bug fixes and maintenance of the intranet, along with report creation, fall within the scope of responsibilities. Maintaining a well-documented Helpdesk log and actively communicating suggested improvements contribute to overall operational efficiency.

To qualify... Whether you call yourself an IT Programmer / IT Support Programmer / Software Support Engineer / IT Solutions Developer / Systems Integration Developer we don't mind, you just need to possess the right attitude and your cv should demonstrate the following:

• An excellent communicator, methodical with a keen attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise and manage your own busy workload.
• Understand the importance of a user-friendly GUI and working with the constraints of a specification.
• Proven experience using either WPF, VB.NET, Visual Studio, Silverlight, ASP.NET and/or Microsoft SQL Management Studios
• Ideally experienced in developing applications within the Windows environment
• Preferably hold relevant Microsoft Technical Certifications or educated to degree level (or equivalent) within relevant subject field.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated IT Programmer looking to progress their career within a first-class business. You can expect competitive benefits and rewards including pension, health cash plan and profit related bonus scheme. Additional flexible benefit options include boosted pension contributions, extra holiday, increased health cash plan or assistance with childcare costs plus much more.