Software Developer

Job Introduction

About Us

We're creating a new team dedicated to delivering and improving the digital products, tools and services that colleagues rely on across Oxfordshire County Council. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape both what we deliver and how we work together.

Bringing together product, delivery and technical expertise, the team will focus on creating practical digital solutions that make everyday work easier, reduce manual effort and help colleagues make better use of technology. Through low-code development, automation and modern digital tools, we'll help drive efficiency and improve the way services are delivered across the organisation.

As we build the team, we're looking for people who are excited by the opportunity to influence ways of working, help establish a positive culture and contribute to an environment where collaboration, learning and continuous improvement are valued.

We believe great outcomes come from working together, embracing new ideas and supporting people to make a difference. This is a chance to play a key role in creating a new capability that will have a lasting impact across the organisation.

About the Role

As a Software Developer, you will design, build and support digital solutions that improve efficiency, simplify processes and enhance the experience of colleagues across the organisation.

Working closely with Product Managers, Delivery Managers, Business Analysts and stakeholders, you will develop applications, workflows, integrations and automations using Microsoft Power Platform and other modern development technologies. This may include Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse, Copilot Studio, APIs and integration services that connect systems and streamline business processes.

You'll help translate business challenges into practical solutions that reduce administrative effort, automate routine tasks and enable colleagues to focus on delivering excellent services.

You'll be involved throughout the product lifecycle, from discovery and design through to development, testing, deployment and continuous improvement. You'll also contribute to technical standards and development practices, helping ensure solutions are secure, scalable and maintainable.

This is an opportunity to have a direct impact on how technology supports colleagues and helps the organisation work more effectively.

Informal discussion: Kathryn Griffiths, Delivery Manager – Kathryn.griffths@oxfordshire.gov.uk

About you

We're looking for a curious, collaborative and motivated developer who enjoys solving problems and building solutions that make a real difference.

You'll have experience developing and supporting digital solutions, ideally using Microsoft Power Platform technologies such as Power Apps, Power Automate and Dataverse. Experience with software development languages, APIs, integrations, cloud technologies and modern development practices would also be beneficial.

You'll be comfortable working with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate business needs into effective technical solutions. You'll enjoy balancing technical development with practical problem-solving and will be motivated by delivering measurable business outcomes.

You'll have a good understanding of software development principles, including solution design, testing, security, supportability and continuous improvement.

Most importantly, you'll be passionate about using technology to improve services, automate processes and help organisations work more effectively.

You'll have the opportunity to work with technologies including:

• Microsoft Power Apps
• Microsoft Power Automate
• Microsoft Dataverse
• Microsoft Copilot Studio
• APIs and integrations
• Microsoft 365 and Azure services
• AI-enabled technologies and automation tools

Rewards and benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Annual leave starting at 30 days per year, plus bank holidays.
• A comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Flexible working.
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support 24 x 7.
• Range of family-friendly policies.
• Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, and a range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health and leisure activities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

Your office base may be subject to change as we are currently transitioning between temporary and permanent office locations due to the closure of County Hall. If this is applicable to you, you will be notified, but no reimbursement will apply in respect of travel.

Our commitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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If you encounter any issues with the application system, please contact: Kathryn.Griffiths@oxfordshire.gov.uk