The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
About the Role
We are looking for a talented and motivated ABF Developer to join our technical team at Loqus Group. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a mature, business-critical platform while developing deep expertise in Ingres Application By Forms (ABF) and Ingres C with embedded SQL. Full structured training is provided from day one.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse incident reports and failure logs to identify trends and implement remedies
- Develop and maintain system monitoring tools to proactively identify issues
- Build scripts and tools to streamline resolution of recurring incidents
- Make changes to existing ABF and Ingres C code and develop new functionality
- Collaborate with team members on technical specifications and quality delivery
- Develop and execute test plans for new system components
- Lead the build of a new internal Knowledge Base covering system design, fault investigation, and resolution guidance
- Create user-facing self-help documentation to reduce support dependency
Must-Have Skills
- Proven software development experience (commercial or academic)
- Working knowledge of C programming
- Linux/Unix command-line proficiency
- Strong problem diagnosis and resolution skills
- Ability to work independently and manage own workload
- Clear written communication and documentation skills
- Analytical mindset — able to interpret logs and incident data
Nice to Have
- Java development experience
- SQL / relational database knowledge (Ingres a plus)
- Scripting skills (Shell, Python, or Perl)
- Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g. Nagios, Grafana)
- Experience with knowledge bases or wikis (e.g. Confluence)
- Version control (Git)
- Agile / SDLC methodology exposure
What We Offer
- Structured Ingres ABF and Ingres C training programme from day one
- Opportunity to work on both legacy and modern business-critical systems
- Collaborative team environment with experienced developers and technical leads
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working (UK-based)
Additional Information
This role includes participation in an on-call and out-of-hours support rota, shared across the team on rotation. On-call duties will not begin until at least 6 months after your start date, giving you full time to onboard and get up to speed.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and why this role appeals to you. Applications are welcomed from all levels, including those looking to develop new skills through our training programme.
Loqus Group is an equal opportunity employer. xwzovoh We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.