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Senior Software Developer - DVSA
Salary: £44,241 + Digital & Data Allowance up to £14,756 (£58,997 total potential package)
Additional: £4,000 London Weighting (Yeading/Uxbridge based roles)
Contract: Permanent
Grade: Senior Executive Officer (SEO)
Vacancies: 3
Closing Date: 9 September
Locations: Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham (Chadderton), Birmingham (Garretts Green), or Uxbridge/Yeading.
The Opportunity
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is looking for experienced Senior Software Developers to help shape and deliver digital services used by millions across the UK. Working within Agile, multidisciplinary teams, you'll design, build, support and enhance high-impact digital products and platforms that improve road safety and public services.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain digital services and software solutions.
- Build APIs for internal and external users.
- Deliver user-centred solutions focused on excellent customer experience.
- Drive continuous improvement across systems and services.
- Mentor and support developers, junior developers and apprentices.
- Contribute to technical leadership and best practice.
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Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience delivering digital services within Agile environments.
- Strong front-end and/or back-end development skills.
- Experience with PHP, TypeScript and/or JavaScript.
- Strong understanding of software design principles.
- Experience coaching and mentoring developers.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts to senior stakeholders.
- Knowledge of testing, troubleshooting production issues and web security.
Benefits
- Civil Service pension contribution of 28.97%.
- 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service.
- 8 bank holidays plus an additional King's Birthday privilege day.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Staff discounts and wellbeing support.
- Professional development and funded qualifications.
Working Pattern
- Full-time (37 hours) or part-time (minimum 30 hours).
- Hybrid working with a minimum of 60% office attendance.
- Occasional travel to other DVSA sites may be required.
Application Process
Stage 1: CV & Personal Statement
Submit:
- CV
- Personal Statement (750 words maximum)
The personal statement should demonstrate:
- Agile delivery experience.
- PHP, TypeScript or JavaScript expertise.
- Technical communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Stage 2: Interview & Assessment
Assessment will cover:
- Behaviours
- Delivering at Pace
- Developing Self and Others
- Technical Skills
- Information Security
- Development Process Optimisation
- Programming & Build
- Modern Development Standards
- Systems Design
- Systems Integration
Candidates will also complete a technical challenge and coding exercise.
Additional Information
- Right to work in the UK is required.
- DVSA cannot provide Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
- A 12-month reserve list will be held.
- Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.
Interested? Apply before 9 September and join DVSA in delivering modern digital services that make UK roads safer for everyone.
Vacancy contact details
Vacancy Holder Name: Bilal Ahmed
Email Address: bilal.ahmed@xpertise-recruitment.com
At Xpertise, we keep things human. Your application will always be reviewed by a real person. We do not rely on AI or automated screening tools. Every candidate receives fair, considered attention from our team.
Right to work in the UK is required for this role.
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