Job Opportunities
Developer
Job description
We're on the lookout for an experienced web developer to join the team for an immediate start.
Primarily you'll be working as a C# & VB developer using Microsoft technologies such as .Net, Visual Studio, SQL Server, and Team Foundation Server. You will be building and maintaining financial and other sector back office systems, websites, applications and utilities under the direction of the Project Manager. As a developer, you will be working in a close-knit team team but also have opportunities to work on your own initiative. We embrace code-creation tools such as LLBLGen, Iron Speed Designer and LightSwitch so experience with these would be a distinct advantage.
Personal requirements
Expert knowledge of C#, VB, ASP.NET, SQL Server 2008 and Sharepoint would be ideal, but we are really looking for developers with sound knowledge of the techniques and methodology of programming. You'd call on these attributes to build software solutions to solve business problems. You must be enthusiastic, reliable, resourceful, accurate and have the ability to think logically and creatively. Financial software experience would be an advantage.
Academic qualifications
Microsoft certification (MCPD etc.) is highly desirable. If you don't have this we'll ensure you're on track to attain this soon after joining us.
Unlike being in a large company, as a member of our team your individuality, ideas and contributions count. We value and encourage involvement, innovation and creativity.
Our company, set up in 1997 in the historic and coastal town of Maldon, in Essex, is well situated within a modern office unit close to a supermarket, park and a short walk to the town centre.
We have free parking on site and there are local bus routes to and from Chelmsford and Colchester.
Lights Speed IT Solutions, the software house that trust built, is based on a solid foundation of values and performance. TRUST, a reputation achieved by providing reliable quality products and performance for our customers and TRUST between the company and all who work within it, this is what we strive to achieve on a daily basis.
All members of the LSITS team are encouraged to participate and contribute at all times to important debates and discussions that will continue to influence the progress and achievement of the company.
As individuals and collectively, we support local charities and projects, we often incorporate fun raising events into our own calendar of “FUN” activities held throughout the year. During 2011 we took part in a sponsored walk, London to Southend Bike ride, coffee mornings, car boot sales, book sales etc as well as informal bowling and go-karting afternoons just for fun!
In 2012, some of the guys and girls are taking part in a sponsored parachute jump, we will organise regular pizza evenings, birthdays celebrations and any other activities or event that we can find an excuse for to have a good time.
We want you!........... and in return we will value, listen, stimulate and reward your involvement and achievements by helping to develop your career within the company both professionally and personally.
LSITS The software house that TRUST built
Our team members TRUST the company to:
- develop their skills
- provide the resources needed to achieve their full potential
- continue to have available cutting edge technologies
- give everyone an opportunity to innovate, participate and have their say
- do all it can to continue to grow and to be profitable
- be rewarded for their efforts
- be kept informed
- be empowered
- look after their welfare and best interests
In return the company TRUSTs each individual to:
- meet and exceed their potential
- deliver quality products and services to our customers
- meet deadlines and targets
- celebrate success
- have fun
- grow as individuals and to contribute, innovate and be creative
- meet the challenges that are set with enthusiasm and commitment
To apply for a job
Please complete all sections of this application form. We really do value the personal statement section explaining why you think this job is for you and what you can offer the team, so make sure that reflects you. Email your completed application form to: jobs@lightspeeditsolutions.co.uk
About us
We offer an informal, friendly and fun workplace. Everybody's ideas are welcomed and you'll definitely be part of a team. You will have the right tools for the job - we don't believe in wasting time with the wrong versions of software that lag behind the industry. We are also committed in looking after and nurturing our staff - where appropriate we'll provide training and certification relevant to your role. Benefits include a duvet day and your birthday off, book allowance, training time, free refreshments & snacks, free parking & flexible working hours.
Recruitment policy
It is the organisation's policy to employ the best qualified personnel and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of race, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, disability or age.
Updated 23rd December 2011.