Senior Software Developer

RSM UK; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

We have an opportunity for a Senior Java Developer to lead development of our HR system, RSM People Manager. People Manager is a key part of our strategy as it is an enabler for obtaining efficiencies in our payroll operation. This is an exciting role where you will help steer the direction of the product, working closely with our business line colleagues and technical colleagues who develop our payroll product. You will be instrumental in supporting a significant sales drive of the product.

You will have overall responsibility for this product, ensuring that the roadmap is delivered alongside business-as-usual changes, and ensuring that 3rd line support requests are handled in an accurate and timely manner.

You’ll make an impact by:

1. Being responsible for the development of the product
2. Serving as a technical product expert
3. Providing advice and knowledge transfer to the sales and operational teams
4. Estimating development timelines and delivering to those timelines
5. Working with stakeholders to define requirements
6. Researching and designing new features
7. Resolving bugs and issues
8. Mentoring and developing more junior colleagues
9. Working with the internal functional test team to resolve bugs
10. Performing reviews of other developers' work

What we are looking for

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you!

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

1. Experience of being the lead developer of a whole, or significant part, of a complex system
2. High proficiency in Java with at least 5 years of commercial experience
3. SQL (5 years of commercial experience)
4. JavaScript/JQuery (3 years of commercial experience)
5. Experience in implementing secure systems
6. HTML
7. CSS
8. REST and SOAP interfaces
9. Knowledge of a version control system (e.g. GIT / SVN) and release management
10. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field

What we can offer you

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have a fulfilling experience, both in and out of work:

1. Study Support
2. Hybrid and flexible working
3. 26 days holiday with the option of purchasing additional days
4. Lifestyle, health, and wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP
5. Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our in-house talent development team

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience, and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our clients' needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.