Lead Software Developer SFIA 5

Anticipated Contract End Date/Length: December 31 2026
Work Set Up: Remote
Clearance Required: BPSS SC Clearance

Our client in the Information Technology and Services industry is looking for a Lead Software Developer - SFIA 5 to lead the development enhancement and support of enterprise applications across server desktop database and legacy technologies. This role requires extensive expertise development Microsoft Access SQL Server and enterprise application support with a strong emphasis on maintaining and modernizing business-critical systems. The successful candidate will contribute to software development troubleshooting end-user support and technical improvements while ensuring secure reliable and high-performing solutions within a public sector environment.

What you will do:

• Design develop maintain and support server and applications.
• Develop and enhance applications using C# VBScript WebAPI and WCF.
• Build maintain and optimize Microsoft Access databases using advanced VBA.
• Develop maintain and troubleshoot SQL Server databases T-SQL code stored procedures and user-defined functions.
• Support Oracle databases and develop PL/SQL solutions where required.
• Configure and support Microsoft Replication Services and legacy Oracle integrations.
• Develop and maintain web-based applications using HTML JSON XML XPath and XSLT.
• Support document generation and formatting using RTF PDF FOP and technologies.
• Integrate solutions with Microsoft Office applications including Word Excel and Outlook.
• Develop configure and maintain Windows Services IIS-hosted applications and SharePoint integrations.
• Manage source control and deployment processes using Git Azure DevOps TFS and Jenkins.
• Develop and support SSIS solutions and file transfer integrations including Quatrix and SFTP-related processes.
• Troubleshoot complex application database and infrastructure issues.
• Provide technical support and guidance to end users.
• Maintain legacy development environments using multiple versions of Visual Studio.
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to deliver secure reliable and maintainable software solutions.
• Ensure applications comply with security quality and operational standards.

Qualifications :

• Strong experience developing and web and Windows Forms applications.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Access including VBA development.
• Extensive experience with SQL Server T-SQL stored procedures and user-defined functions.
• Experience supporting Oracle databases and PL/SQL development.
• Proficiency with C# VBScript WebAPI and WCF.
• Experience working with Microsoft Replication Services and legacy Oracle connectivity.
• Knowledge of HTML JSON XML XPath and XSLT.
• Experience with PDF generation technologies including FOP and .
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office integrations IIS Windows Services and SharePoint.
• Experience using Git Azure DevOps TFS Jenkins and Visual Studio including legacy versions.
• Experience with SSIS and secure file transfer solutions such as SFTP and Quatrix.
• Strong troubleshooting analytical and end-user support skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience supporting public sector or highly regulated environments is preferred.
• Experience with APHA systems or environments is beneficial.

Additional Information: This role requires enhanced security vetting. The onboarding process may take longer than standard due to additional clearance requirements.

Additional Information :

Please submit a CV/resume (mandatory) along with your application.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in the country where the position is based without requiring employer sponsorship.

HelloKindred is committed to fair transparent and inclusive hiring practices. We assess candidates based on skills experience and role-related requirements.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. While we review every application carefully only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

HelloKindred is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race colour religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age national origin disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Contract

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1