Software Developer

Job Description

A Bit About UsAt AO, we want to make sure our customers are happy. When they have a smile on their face, we know weve done a good job. Its at the heart of everything we do, and its why our logo is always smiling. When it comes to electricals, weve got the lot. Washingmachines, TVs, everything except doorbells (just kidding, weve got those too).We want to change the world for the better. We treat every customer like theyre our gran and make decisions our mums would be proud of. We build diverse and inclusive teams and we value each and every persons contribution. This allows us to better representour customers and the communities we serve.About the Software Developer Role:At AO, were going through an exciting transformation in our development teams. Were creating cross-functional product teams with the freedom to shape how they build software.Weve got over twenty development teams and a tech department of over two hundred people and were not slowing down.At AO, were all about baking quality into our code, building and deploying applications that serve millions of customers. Were rearchitecting our platforms to separate our estate into independently deployable products, and then some!Heres What You Can Expect To Be Doing As Our Software Developer:We work with C#, .NET Core, and AWS primarily. Also working with the likes of Terraform, Node.js, React.js, typescript, and DynamoDB to name a few. Were keen to explore other technologies, combined with tried and tested tech that we know works.Were big fans of automated testing and TDD. We deploy multiple applications and microservice architecture via CI/CD pipelines in a DevOps environment.If you have experience using any of the above thats great. Were keen on elevating AOers to make a positive impact with code and find new and innovative ways of using tech. We provide great training and opportunities for development.Those who thrive here at AO love to learn, share and deliver high quality. Well encourage you to add an extra string to your bow which is why we have launched our AWS Learning Pathways for Software Developers. Well offer you the opportunity to choose apathway towards learning increasingly critical skills and enable the technology direction of AO Tech.A Few Things About You As Our Software Developer:

• You have deep knowledge of C#, along with either ASP.NET or .NET Core
• Youre familiar with development frameworks, tools, and best practice. extensive experience in architecture, API design. You can build scalable, distributable, maintainable, and high-performance software
• You get principles and patterns and how they translate into modern software development
• An agile evangelist, you know everything from ceremonies to WIP & pull systems and care about improving ways of working

Why Choose AO:

• Finding a work/life balance is key so our core hours are 10-4pm. For most roles, you can split your time working from home, the office, or a coffee shop if thats where you thrive the most.
• We also offer 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays). You can take up to 5 days out of the business a year to learn or pursue qualifications and well cover the cost.
• Our Share Save scheme and a bonus pay-out for every AOer if we smash our targets by March 2025. Plus, well help look after the future you with our pension scheme, with our contributions starting from at least 5%.
• Weve set up a Simply Health cash plan, which can help you save towards both medical and dental care. We also have loads of dedicated wellness initiatives to keep your mind, body, and spirit in tip-top shape

Great People Deserve Great Things:Weve designed our benefits to cover everything from big moments to little helps. As well all as the essentials, like pensions and holidays, weve got our own "AO Perks" to help you with the little things that matter.

• 25 days holiday (Excluding Bank Holidays)
• At least 5% contribution pension scheme*
• Dedicated wellness initiatives that support your wellbeing, ranging from our 24hr employee assistance programme to subsidised gym membership

Click Apply now to join our family and find out more about the Software Developer role.