C# .NET Software Developer (Up to £55,806) – Department for Education
UK-Based Applicants Only
The UK Department for Education (DfE) is recruiting a C# .NET Software Developer to join its Digital and Infrastructure Group in Coventry. This permanent Senior Executive Officer role offers a starting salary of £42,806, with the opportunity to earn up to £13,000 in additional Digital, Data and Technology (DDT) Capability-Based Pay, bringing total earnings up to £55,806.
If you have experience with C# .NET, SQL, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, REST APIs, Agile development, and DevOps, this is an excellent opportunity to build digital services that support millions of learners across the UK.
Job Summary
- Employer: Department for Education (DfE)
- Job Title: C# .NET Software Developer
- Reference Number: 470584
- Location: Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2WT
- Salary: £42,806 per year
- Additional Allowance: Up to £13,000 DDT Capability-Based Pay
- Potential Total Salary: Up to £55,806
- Job Grade: Senior Executive Officer (SEO)
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible Working, Job Share
- Application Deadline: 22 July 2026 (11:55 PM)
About the Role
As a Software Developer, you’ll work within agile, multidisciplinary teams to design, build, and support secure, scalable, and user-focused digital services.
You’ll contribute to major government platforms, including:
- Submit Learner Data
- Learning Records Service (LRS)
- Personal Learning Record (PLR)
- Funding and learner data systems
This role offers the opportunity to modernise public services through innovative software development.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop applications using the C# .NET technology stack.
- Build secure, scalable, and high-quality digital services.
- Develop automated tests and support CI/CD pipelines.
- Work in Agile delivery teams.
- Design and maintain RESTful APIs.
- Support live services and troubleshoot software issues.
- Promote Test-Driven Development (TDD).
- Collaborate with developers, architects, testers, and product teams.
- Help improve development standards across government.
Essential Requirements
Applicants should have experience with:
- C# .NET
- SQL
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- RESTful APIs
- Object-Oriented Design (OOD)
- SOLID Principles
- Design Patterns
- GitHub
- CI/CD
- DevOps
- Test-Driven Development (TDD)
- Agile software development
- Web application security
Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Salary from £42,806
- Up to £13,000 annual capability allowance
- Civil Service Pension with 28.97% employer contribution
- 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days
- King’s Birthday holiday
- Bank holidays
- Flexible working arrangements
- Hybrid working
- Professional development opportunities
- Career progression within the Civil Service
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes:
- Civil Service Numerical Test
- Civil Service Verbal Test
- CV Submission
- Statement of Suitability (Maximum 1,250 words)
- Behaviour Example (250 words)
- Interview
- Capability Assessment (for DDT allowance)
Security Requirements
Successful applicants must:
- Pass a Criminal Record Check.
- Meet Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) requirements.
- Have the legal right to work in the UK.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: 22 July 2026
- Expected Sift: Week commencing 27 July 2026
- Expected Interviews: Week commencing 10 August 2026
How to Apply
Submit your application through the UK Civil Service Jobs portal before 11:55 PM on 22 July 2026.
Ensure you complete both the Numerical and Verbal Tests before the deadline, as incomplete applications will not be considered.