Applications Engineer
Location: Headquarters, Northallerton, with the opportunity for hybrid working
Contract: Fixed Term Contract, 12 months
Hours: Full Time, 37 hours per week
Salary: SO2, £40,383 - £42,612
Closing Date: 9am 26th October 2026
Role Profile – Applications Engineer.pdf
The Opportunity
Are you an experienced Applications Engineer looking for a role where your expertise directly supports frontline emergency services?
North Yorkshire Police are seeking a skilled and motivated Applications Engineer to join our Applications & Development Team.
In this vital role, you will help design, develop and support business-critical applications that enable our police officers, fire crews and support staff to work effectively and efficiently. Working within a collaborative team of specialists, you will contribute to delivering secure, reliable and innovative technology solutions that support the delivery of essential public services across North Yorkshire.
Main responsibilities:
- Support the development and delivery of our applications strategy and roadmap.
- Design, implement and maintain secure, robust and highly available application solutions.
- Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
- Support application incidents, problem resolution and service improvements.
- Contribute to projects from initial design through to implementation and transition into business-as-usual support.
- Liaise with suppliers and third-party providers to ensure services deliver the required outcomes.
- Promote innovation and identify opportunities to improve business systems and processes.
- Maintain application security, resilience and compliance standards.
- Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation.
- Act as a subject matter expert, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues across the ICT function.
- Participate in an on-call rota providing 24-hour service support when required.
What we’re looking for:
We're looking for a technically capable and customer-focused professional who enjoys solving complex problems and delivering high-quality solutions.
Essential:
- Experience working with enterprise application systems within a medium to large organisation.
- Experience implementing and supporting application solutions throughout their lifecycle.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills within a technical service environment.
- Experience designing, installing and supporting highly available solutions such as web farms, clustering and load balancing.
- Experience working with:
Windows Server
SQL Server
IIS
Apache
Linux
- SQL knowledge for troubleshooting and problem resolution.
- Experience managing technical projects from initiation through to delivery and support.
- The ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience producing clear and comprehensive technical documentation.
- ITIL Foundation Certificate in Service Management.
- HNC/BTEC qualification in Computing or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
Desirable:
- Experience within the public sector, policing, fire and rescue services, or another emergency services environment.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Enterprise Agreements.
- Understanding of cloud-based architectures and scalability options.
- Experience automating administrative tasks using PowerShell, VBScript or similar tools.
- Project management knowledge or qualifications such as PRINCE2, MSP, Agile or Scrum.
- Experience supporting Microsoft 365 technologies, including SharePoint Online and Microsoft Teams.
- SharePoint administration, configuration, development or migration experience.
Why Join Us?
Working for the emergency services is both meaningful and impactful. At North Yorkshire Police & North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service, we’re committed to helping colleagues reach their full potential in a fair, inclusive, and supportive environment. We value diverse perspectives and actively promote staff wellbeing so everyone can thrive. Please visit our websites to learn more about our organisation.
We’re also proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth:
- Local Government Pension Scheme – secure and competitive retirement planning
- Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme – access to affordable vehicle leasing options
- Generous Annual Leave – 24 days rising to 30 with length of service, plus bank holidays
- Health Cash Plan
- Blue Light Discount – enjoy savings at major retailers and services
- Flexi-Time for Staff Roles – tailor your working hours to suit your lifestyle while meeting team objectives
- Access to Trade Union Membership – opportunity to join UNISO
- Inclusion & Diversity Networks – connect with colleagues and contribute to a culture of belonging
- Health & Wellbeing Services – access to resources that support your physical and mental health
To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- You must have the right to work in the UK, with no restrictions on your employment
- Hold a full UK manual driving licence
- Internal applicants must have successfully completed their probation period
- Meet residency requirements for vetting:
o MV Level Vetting – minimum 5 years UK residency
Your Application
North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are equal opportunity employers. Both organisations are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within your role, please declare this within your online application. A member of our team will contact you prior to your interview to ensure appropriate support is in place.
While AI can support you with structure, spelling and grammar, your application must still reflect your own genuine skills, experience and achievements, as our selection process checks for authenticity. It’s acceptable to use AI to help with clarity, research, interview preparation and structuring your real‑life examples, provided the information is accurate; however, it must not be used to exaggerate your abilities or generate false or AI‑written responses.
Safer Recruitment
North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding is a core part of our recruitment process, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All successful candidates will undergo a thorough recruitment process and must obtain satisfactory pre-employment clearances before commencing employment, including satisfactory Vetting or DBS checks, references, and a medical assessment, including absence history. Adherence to our safeguarding policies and procedures is essential.
Ready to Apply?
As part of our selection process, we’ll assess your skills and experience against the requirements of the role. We therefore encourage you to take your time to tailor your application, ensuring your responses align with the job advert and role profile.
We look forward to receiving your online application.
