Senior Web Developer
Hays Travel is seeking a talented Developer or Senior Developer with expertise in .NET and Umbraco to join our innovative Technology Team. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in shaping the digital experiences of our customers. You'll collaborate with our team to craft exceptional web-based applications that enhance customer journeys in the travel sector. As a senior member of the team, you'll also have the opportunity to mentor and guide junior developers, fostering their growth and contributing to the overall success of the team. Key Responsibilities: Build the Future: Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, responsive, and user-friendly interfaces for Hays Travel's websites and digital platforms.Technical Expertise: Leverage your deep knowledge of .NET and Umbraco to build robust and scalable web applications.Streamlined Delivery: Implement and manage efficient CI/CD pipelines using tools like Azure DevOps, ensuring seamless deployments.Collaborative Spirit: Work closely with designers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.Performance-Driven: Optimize applications for speed, efficiency, and cross-browser compatibility.Quality Assurance: Thoroughly test code to ensure a high-quality user experience. Write and maintain unit and integration tests.Security-Minded: Adhere to best practices for information security to protect sensitive customer data.Continuous Learning: Stay current with the latest trends and best practices in front-end development, .NET, Umbraco, CI/CD pipelines, and information security.Mentorship: Guide and support junior and less experienced developers, sharing your knowledge and fostering their professional development. Qualifications: Proven Experience: 3+ years of experience as a developer using .NET and Umbraco. For Senior Developer consideration, a more extensive track record is desired.Core Skills: In-depth knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and Bootstrap..NET & Umbraco Mastery: Demonstrated proficiency in developing web applications using .NET and Umbraco CMS.CI/CD Expertise: Experience in setting up and managing deployment pipelines using tools like Azure DevOps.Security Awareness: Understanding of information security principles and best practices for web development.Problem-Solving Prowess: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Team Player: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Leadership (Senior Developer): Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide other developers. Desirable Qualifications: Front-End Frameworks: Familiarity with modern front-end frameworks and libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).API Integration: Experience in integrating with RESTful APIs.Laravel Experience: Familiarity with the Laravel PHP framework.Security Certifications: Certifications related to information security (e.g., CISSP, CEH). Location and Flexibility: Ideally, you'll be available to work from our Sunderland office at least 3 days a week. We offer flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance. Join Us and Make an Impact: This is an exciting opportunity to build exceptional web-based applications and enhance the experiences of our customers. You'll play a vital role in shaping our digital future while enjoying the benefits of working with a supportive team in a vibrant office environment. If you're passionate about technology, eager to learn and grow, and ready to make a real difference, we encourage you to apply! About Hays Travel As the UK’s largest independent travel agency, Hays Travel specialises in providing good value, quality holidays alongside excellent customer service. We work with all leading suppliers and can package holidays that include hotels, flights, cruises, tours, attraction tickets, and more. We have over 470 Branches throughout the UK and our Head Office based in Sunderland, is home to tour operator teams, finance, marketing, people/HR and IT, plus many more. We have been operating for over 40 years, and continue to grow each year. Our values Our SMILE values are embedded in to our company and ensure our teams work strongly together. You and all of our colleagues will ensure that the Hays Travel values are demonstrated at all times. SupportiveMotivationalInnovativeLoyalExcellent What it’s like to work for us? Whichever location or department you work in, our people are always at the heart of everything we do. We offer a range of training programmes to help you progress personally and professionally, as we know the benefits of promoting and rewarding our hardworking colleagues are extremely important. Of course, it's not all about work. We’re very sociable and there are always lots of team nights-out and company parties. Plus, there are opportunities to travel abroad on educational trips, and you can also take advantage of our colleague discount when booking your own holidays. Hays Travel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all colleagues. As an accredited employer provider of apprenticeships, we undertake basic checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety of our apprentices for all relevant roles.
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