Software Developer
Food Standards Agency
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 4th September 2022
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Working across the broad spectrum of food and feed safety issues that impact consumers and businesses alike, the FSA is always seeking to utilise the very best opportunities that new technologies afford us.
We are looking for a Software Developer to join our Data team and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the FSA’s digital services.
You will be involved in the full development lifecycle – from engaging stakeholders to understand their needs and concerns, through to planning, prototyping, developing and testing solutions, ensuring the produced code is high-quality, and the applications are robust and resilient.
You will work in a supportive, multi-disciplinary team and gain experience in a wide range of technologies including JavaScript, C#, python and Azure.
Key projects are likely to include working on FSA flagship services, such as food.gov.uk and Food Hygiene Ratings Scheme (FHRS) as well as being involved in the internal projects, API development and productionalising solutions.
Organisational skills will be paramount as you seek to manage various different priorities. You’ll also need to communicate effectively with colleagues, stakeholders and supplier alike to deliver end to end digital services, ensuring they meet the requirements.
If you are a talented Software Developer who is excited by the opportunity to support the Agency’s vital work by providing colleagues with the tools they need to get the job done well, apply for this exciting position today.
If you wish to discuss the role in more detail please contact Anna.Nikiel@food.gov.uk
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Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Changing and Improving
- Delivering at Pace
- Working Together
Technical skills
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
- Lead Criteria Experience of having designed, developed or improved programs or scripts (at medium complexity)
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Full details of the selection process are detailed in the attached candidate pack. This will consist of shortlisting against the essential person specification criteria stated. If successful at shortlisting stage, you will be invited to the final selection stage consisting of a behaviours based interview and an unseen technical presentation.
In the event of receiving a large number of applications we may close the advert early.
In the event of receiving a large number of applications an initial sift may take place on just the identified lead criteria indicated below:
Lead Criteria 1:
· Experience of having designed, developed or improved programs or scripts (at medium complexity) involving the use of at least 3 of the following:
o High-level programming language, such as C#, PHP, Python, JavaScript or similar
o SQL databases, such as MSSQL or PostgreSQL
o Consuming web APIs
o Source version controlling on GitHub or similar
o Automated testing frameworks
o Familiarity with cloud environments, such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud.
The FSA is committed to being an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible diversity of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. All appointments are made on merit.
We actively review the deployment of talent on a periodic basis in the interests of optimising personal development and the achievement of business plans.
Our candidate pack details the benefits that the FSA has to offer. Please also refer to the attached terms and conditions statement.
Please note if the successful candidate does not meet the minimum SEO level required we may offer a HEO Software Developer opportunity instead. Pay scale for the HEO level: £30,350 (National) £32,350 (London).
Any move to the Food Standards Agency from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare.
Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk
A reserve list will be held for a period of up to 12 months from which further appointment may be made.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.
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Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
- Name : Anna Nikiel
- Email : Anna.Nikiel@food.gov.uk
Recruitment team :
- Email : hr.recruitment.campaigns@food.gov.uk