Software Developer

Job Title:

Software Developer

Line Manager:

Senior Officer & Business Leader – Technology & Facilities

Department:

Business Operations/Technology & Facilities

Location:

18 Meridian Park, Meridian Way, Norwich, with hybrid flexible working options

Hours:

Full-time position or part-time working hours either as full days, part days, or term time working available. Full-time fixed term contract available as an alternative.

Rewards & Benefits:

£45-£60K circa base salary per annum based on skills, knowledge, experience. Benefits include 5-weeks annual leave, day-off on birthday and 4-well-being days per year, Employment Hero reward platform, hybrid working and flexible working, inclusive working environment with open communication, qualification sponsorship and subscription fees, ongoing CPD development through conferences and events, employer and employee pension contribution, industry leading technology.

About Us:

At Watsons Property Group Ltd, we are a leading Chartered Surveying firm working across the UK property market. Established since 1890, we continue to develop and grow our current geographical base and client portfolio.

We are currently seeking a Software Developer to bring significant value to our Information Technology team. This role is critical in architecting software solutions that bolster system reliability, enhance user support, and underpin the ambitious scalability targets of our PropTech stack.

We are specifically looking for a candidate who can introduce extensive systems knowledge of Salesforce to an established business with a rapidly growing footprint in the UK market.

This is a hands-on position that requires collaboration with our front-line sales and property teams, as well as close integration within the IT function. Given the fast-paced and competitive nature of our industry, you must bring strong business acumen to the forefront. You will be expected to juggle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, demonstrating a track record of delivering robust technical results and maximising systems investment across the organisation.

Responsibilities:

• As a Salesforce Developer you will design, code, test, and implement custom applications and solutions on the Salesforce platform to meet business needs, while collaborating with stakeholders, integrating with other systems, and ensuring system performance and data integrity.
• You will build custom features, automating workflows, troubleshooting issues, optimising processes, and maintaining code quality for sales, service, finance and marketing functions.
• You will participate in the full software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, test, and delivery. You will facilitate design and architecture brainstorms and participate in code reviews.
• You will collaborate with team members to define and implement solutions and extend system functionality.
• You will troubleshoot issues, optimise performance, and ensure data quality.
• You will create and maintain technical documentation with release management criteria to assist with deploying new features and updates.
• You will work as a part of an Information Technology team supporting all Watsons systems and software.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven expertise in software development and systems architecture.
• Strong proficiency with JavaScript.
• Deep knowledge of programming languages such as Java, C/C++, Python, SQL.
• Extensive, hands-on knowledge of Salesforce which may include accreditations.
• The ability to interpret commercial needs into technical solutions.
• Experience working within the property sector or a similarly fast-paced, industry.
• Demonstrable experience in managing multiple tasks and projects to deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, capable of supporting stakeholders and non-technical staff in delivering best results.
• One or more years of experience in software development

Personal Attributes:

• Problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a hands-on, multi-disciplined environment.
• Client-focused with a drive to add value and exceed expectations.