Position: Software Developer

Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world.

Ricardo plc is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and employing close to 3,000 employees in more than 20 countries, we provide exceptional levels of expertise in delivering leading-edge and innovative cross-sector sustainable products and solutions. Every day, we enable our customers to solve the most complex and dynamic challenges to help achieve a safe and sustainable world.

ROLE

​​​​As a skilled and versatile Software Developer you will specialise in building modern SharePoint and Teams solutions using SPFx, as well as developing and modernizing bespoke C# and Java applications.  

​You will have a strong grasp of Microsoft technologies including various versions of .NET, and will be comfortable working in both on-premise and Azure-based cloud environments.  

​Experience in decomposing monolithic applications and designing cloud-native microservices is a key asset as you work with the Senior Software Developer to upgrade and re-implement some key Ricardo systems.  

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• ​​​Design, develop, and maintain SharePoint Online and Microsoft Teams SPFx web parts using TypeScript, and React, ensuring they are extensible and responsive. 
• ​Maintain and enhance existing bespoke C# (.Net 4.5/4.8 and Core 8.0) and Java applications in line with the requirements as specified by the Apps CoE Leadership Team and Business Partners. 
• ​Re-architect monolithic applications into microservices and implement using Azure first with a specific focus on App Services, Azure Functions, Service Buses and API Management​ 

REQUIREMENTS:

• ​​​Strong experience in SharePoint Framework (SPFx), TypeScript, React. 
• ​Proficiency in C#, ASP.NET MVC, and Entity Framework. 
• ​Proven experience with .NET Framework 4.5/4.8, .NET Core, .NET 6, and .NET 8. 
• ​Hands-on experience in modernizing monolithic applications into microservices architectures. 
• ​Experience designing RESTful APIs, domain models, and event-driven service patterns. 
• ​Proficiency in Microsoft Azure, including App Services, Azure Functions, Storage, SQL, and AD integration. 
• ​Familiarity with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Git version control.​ 

Essential/ Desirable 

• ​​​​Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Developer Associate, SharePoint Developer). 
• ​Experience with containers and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS). 
• ​Experience with Microsoft Graph, PnP libraries, and Fluent UI. 
• ​Strong understanding of microservices design patterns (e.g., CQRS, Saga, API Gateway). 
• ​Agile/Scrum experience.​ 

Working at Ricardo

You’ll be joining a workplace where every voice matters. We are a team of diverse thinkers and doers, united by a strong culture of inclusion. You’ll be supported to find your place, use your expertise, and make a meaningful impact. Your insights will help us deliver innovative, practical solutions that improve safety and sustainability for communities around the world.

Work - Life Balance

We recognise that flexibility is essential. Whether you prefer to work from home, the office, or a hybrid model, we’re open to discussing what works best for you. Wellbeing is central to our culture, helping our people thrive both personally and professionally.

Benefits

We value the contributions of every employee and ensure our remuneration and benefits reflect that. Our comprehensive package includes support for both physical and mental health, designed to help you perform at your best.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recognising potential and helping individuals reach theirs. We embrace diversity as a driver of innovation and a key to delivering outstanding service to our clients. We are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident’ employer and are committed to creating a truly inclusive culture.

If you are neurodivergent or living with a disability or medical condition that makes traditional office environments less accessible, we strongly encourage you to apply. We are committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment process and a flexible, accessible workplace that enables everyone to thrive.

Next Steps
After submitting your application, a member of our recruitment team will contact you. Please note that timelines may vary depending on application volume, and we may begin reviewing applications before the closing date.

Ricardo is a Disability Confident employer. If you require adjustments to support you through the recruitment process, please contact us at recruit@ricardo.com.