Ascent Performance Group Ltd
Data & Application Developer
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Are you passionate about developing innovative applications, harnessing the power of data, and driving business improvement through technology?
We're looking for a Data & Application Developer to join our growing team. You'll play a key role in designing, developing, and supporting business-critical applications, reporting solutions, and data platforms that support operational performance and strategic decision-making. Working across software development, business intelligence, automation, and data, you'll help deliver innovative Microsoft-based solutions.
About Ascent
Part of the Lantern Group, Ascent is one of the UK's largest specialist debt recovery law firms. We are recognised as a market leader in providing high-quality, ethically-led services, with a strong focus on customer engagement and rehabilitation.
What You'll Be Doing
- Designing, developing, and supporting applications using C# and .NET
- Creating insightful Power BI dashboards and management reporting
- Building APIs and integrating business-critical systems
- Developing SQL databases, reports, and data models
- Automating manual processes using Microsoft technologies
- Working closely with operational and business stakeholders to solve real-world challenges
- Supporting Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile delivery practices
- Driving innovation and continuous improvement through technology
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What We're Looking For
Essential
- Commercial experience with C#,.NET, SQL Server, and Power BI
- Experience building and supporting production applications
- Strong stakeholder engagement and requirements gathering skills
- Knowledge of Azure DevOps, Git, APIs, and Agile methodologies
Desirable
- Microsoft Fabric
- Azure Data Factory
- Azure Functions
- Power Apps
- Power Automate
- SSRS / SSIS
- AI and Machine Learning exposure
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What We Offer
✅ Competitive salary and benefits package
✅ Company pension scheme
✅ Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
✅ Health Cash Plan
✅ Life Assurance
✅ Critical Illness Cover
✅ Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
✅ Retail and gym membership discounts
✅ Cycle to Work Scheme
✅ Refer a Friend Scheme
✅ Recognition and Feedback Programme
✅ Career development and progression opportunities
Interested?
If you're a talented developer who enjoys combining software development, data, reporting, and automation to deliver meaningful business outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the future of technology and data at Ascent.
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