Senior IT Solutions Developer

Oversee the team transforming the services we provide to meet the forces strategic goals.

Technology is ever evolving, and we are too. To ensure we’re at the forefront of emerging technologies and innovations we are expanding our IT team. This means we can consistently improve our services, working together to keep our officers, staff, and communities safe.

As a Senior IT Solutions Developer, you will lead a team of technical experts and work with stakeholders to deliver IT services and software solutions. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, maintenance, security, and budgeting for a range of collaborative systems and interfaces.

What you’ll be doing

You will manage delegated capital and revenue budgets for the delivery and management of software
You will be responsible for the specification, procurement, software development, testing, implementation, support, and documentation of software related IT projects
You will work with IT staff to deploy software into the live environment proactively working to minimise any risks

The must haves

Development of new technical solutions and resolving complex problems
Experience of directing and managing a technical team.
Experience of developing software projects using DevOps methodologies and development tools

What’s in it for you?

At Leicestershire Police, we want to create an environment that puts people first, so you feel supported in everything you do. We have a range of reward and benefits available to all our employees.

What’s next

Please click APPLY to attach your CV and Supporting Statement, telling us how you meet the essential and desirable criteria by highlighting your skills and experience.

To support you with your application we’ve provided some guidance linked here.

We are also holding Insight Events to help you get a feel for the department you want to join!

Vacancy closes 12th February 2025 at 23:55.

Who we are

At Leicestershire Police it’s not just patrolling the streets. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our dedicated team of professional and support staff working behind the scenes. It’s these skilled people, people like you who contribute to the policing of Leicestershire.

To find out more about Leicestershire Police and understand how you can make a difference visit our careers website.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.

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