Web Focused Software Engineer

Company: Express Recruitment
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Location: Nottingham
Job Description:

Express Recruitment are proud to be supporting one of Nottingham’s longest established software companies who specialise in batch processing control systems on behalf of a global client base. Due a recent company merger and continued growth across the globe, our client is seeking the addition of a Web Focused Software Engineer to join their growing and technically evolving development team.

In return, you can expect to receive a generous starting salary of up to £55,000, plus a non-contractual annual bonus scheme, private healthcare scheme, flexible working options, paid overtime and genuine opportunities for progression.

Please note, this role is a full time, office-based role, with very occasional opportunities to attend client sites to provide expert software support during system commissioning phase. Once settled in the role, there is an opportunity to exercise a hybrid working option after a period of 6-12 months.

Due to the nature of the role and the firm’s global client base, the successful candidate will be required to complete weekly ‘out of hours’ overtime, which is paid at £200 per shift. If you complete up to five overtime shifts per month, you can earn an additional £1000 on top of your basic monthly wage.

Skills & Experience

  • Proficiency in C#, JavaScript, HTML, MVC, and Visual Studio
  • Strong understanding of SQL syntax and relational databases
  • Experience with both web and desktop development in Microsoft Windows environments
  • Experience with Microsoft SQL Management Studio, Git/GitHub, C, VB.NET, Crystal Reports, and AI prompting/tools
  • Previous experience in the process control or control system industry desirable
  • Experience configuring and implementing ERP systems highly advantageous
  • Ability to communicate effectively with customers
  • Full driving license and transport highly desirable

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain web applications using MVC (C#, VB.NET, JavaScript, HTML) within Visual Studio
  • Work with SQL databases, writing and maintaining efficient queries
  • Contribute to desktop software development in Windows environments
  • Participate in out-of-hours support (4–5 shifts/month after probation)
  • Communicate professionally with customers and collaborate effectively with the internal team
  • Manage personal workload, meet deadlines, and show initiative in learning the system from a Control Engineer’s perspective
  • Perform occasional site work (primarily UK-based, with some international travel)
  • Be office-based full-time and hold a valid UK driving licence
  • Embrace or be open to using AI tools in daily workflow

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7 Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on https://bit.ly/3NHa9NR or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you.

Job Location

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

Salary

c£55,000 Per Annum D.O.E + Out of Hours Overtime

Job Type and Hours

Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, Full Time, Permanent

How to Apply

Interested candidates can send their resumes to mentioning the Job Title in the subject line. Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.

Posted: April 24th, 2026