Software Developer

Citrus-Lime is an exciting high-growth tech business providing a Cloud-based POS system to small and mid-sized retailers. We compete and win against large tech giants. We are profitable and growing fast.

Our customers are retailers in the outdoor sector, from Cycle through to Equestrian. We’ve revolutionised the way the UK cycle retail works, and helped small companies compete and beat larger businesses. We are now at the early stages of internationalisation but have already secured a solid customer base in Ireland, Europe and the USA. We even have some customers in Australia. It’s certainly an exciting time to join the team!

Citrus-Lime is looking to expand our Software Development team. We’re looking for a person with high attention to detail to help us produce industry-leading solutions through the updates and release cycles of Citrus-Lime products and software. The role will involve working on improving the existing architecture and working on new products and features.

We are working to develop and extend our exciting Cloud-based software platform using the latest exciting technology (Vue.js 3, .Net Core, Docker, Azure Cloud).

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing industry-leading solutions together with your team.
• Write software that is thoroughly tested and adheres to our code review standards.
• Ensure all work follows company standards and is properly managed thru our Jira issue management platform.
• Work closely with your team and other development teams as well as QA engineers, product, and project managers.
• Participating in Sprint meetings in our Ulverston head-office, once a fortnight.
• Attention to best practices, quality and detail, and a personal drive to deliver great results.
• Ensure junior members of the team grow with your help and support.
• Work with your Line Manager to take responsibility for your own continued personal and professional development ensuring your knowledge and skills remain up-to-date and you share best practice with colleagues.

Essential Skills/Qualifications:

• Microsoft .Net – inc. Core, WebAPI, Kestral.
• C#
• Azure DevOps and Git.
• Javascript/typescript, HTML and CSS.
• Entity framework core.
• Microsoft SQL Server.
• CI/CD pipelines (ideally Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions or similar).
• A strong curiosity with a problem-solving attitude.
• A sound grasp of ICT, such as using MS Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong numeracy skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines under pressure.
• Upbeat and friendly attitude.
• The ability to work well in a team as well as independently on individual projects and challenges.
• Ability to be able to pick up new systems with ease.

Desirable Skills/Qualifications:

• Azure.
• Vue.Js
• .Net Core.
• Docker.
• Experience using Jira.
• Legacy knowledge of Vb.Net and ASP Web Forms.

What’s in it for you?

• Position based in Manchester City Centre.
• Competitive salary £40-£45k depending on experience.
• Contracted 40 hours per week.
• 31 days holidays including Bank Holidays and time off at Christmas.
• Private healthcare, including dental, optical, and mental health support.
• Working in a curious team using new exciting technology.
• Work alongside passionate and experienced people.
• Close engagement and support with management.
• A meritocratic environment that demonstrably rewards results.
• ‘Free time’ each week to investigate new technologies

Here’s what one of a Software Developers have to say:

“Coming from desktop software development background, moving to Web and Cloud-based software company was a daunting thought. However, Citrus-Lime has encouraged me from the get-go to develop my skillset on the job and I have learned so much since I joined. Knowing that there is a strong team alongside me for the journey as the software continues to grow and change to keep up with an ever-evolving industry has helped the confidence in my work grow. I am looking forward to seeing what the company does next!”

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Manchester, Greater Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: In person