Systems Engineer II
12 Months Contract
To provide specialist technical expertise and support in installing; testing; tuning; optimising; diagnosing problems; repairing; upgrading and maintaining both externally and internally supplied hardware and systems software (i.e. operating systems; data management products; office automation products; embedded systems); and other utility enabling software and related equipment.
Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-quality software solutions using C# and .NET technologies. The role emphasizes automation (including test automation), DevOps integration, and system reliability to enhance operational efficiency within an enterprise environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Design, develop, and maintain applications using C# and .NET frameworks
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Build and enhance automation solutions, including test automation frameworks
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Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts (Selenium preferred)
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Integrate test automation into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and Azure Test Plans
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Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and backend services
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Ensure code quality through unit, integration, and automated testing
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Participate in system design, code reviews, and technical troubleshooting
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Support production environments, including incident resolution and root cause analysis
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Dev, QA, Infrastructure, Business)
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Adhere to governance, security, and compliance standards
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Contribute to Agile delivery and continuous improvement initiatives
Technical Skills Required
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Strong proficiency in C# and .NET / .NET Core
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Experience with test automation (Selenium preferred)
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Experience integrating test automation within Azure DevOps (CI/CD pipelines)
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Working knowledge of Azure Test Plans for test management and execution
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Experience in automation development (process automation, scripting, or RPA exposure)
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Solid understanding of API development (RESTful services)
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Database experience (SQL Server or similar)
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Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git)
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Understanding of SDLC, DevOps practices, and Agile methodologies
Experience & Qualifications
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Minimum 5 years' experience in software development
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Proven experience in C#/.NET development and automation
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Diploma or Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
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Experience in the financial services sector advantageous (not mandatory)
Soft Skills
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Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
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Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively
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Attention to detail and commitment to quality
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Ability to operate in a high-pressure production environment
Preferred / Advantageous Skills
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Exposure to Azure cloud platform
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Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
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Knowledge of containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
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Exposure to enterprise systems and integrations
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Understanding of secure coding practices and regulated environments
Key Success Measures (KPIs)
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Delivery of high-quality, well-tested code
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Improved test automation coverage and execution efficiency
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Successful integration of automated testing into DevOps pipelines
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Reduction in production defects through proactive quality engineering
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Timely resolution of incidents and issues
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Contribution to overall system stability and performance
Work Environment
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Agile and DevOps-driven delivery model
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Enterprise-scale systems with governance and compliance requirements
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Collaborative, cross-functional team environment
