Senior Technical Operations Developer (Capacity Planning)

What does the average day look like?

In this role you will design, develop and deliver in-house applications to enable planning teams to efficiently and effectively deliver high quality timetables. You will provide technical and subject matter expertise to all customers and stakeholders to improve the accuracy and completeness of timetable planning data to deliver high performing timetables. This includes reviewing and giving technical guidance on the impact of technical upgrades and patches on in-house applications and associated code, providing viable solutions to enable smooth transition to BAU for the planning and data communities.

You will also create supporting documentation for all new and existing tactical tools within Capacity Planning to provide robust processes and in line with Network Rail standards. Day to day you will manage issues and identify resolutions with any in-house application as required in a timely fashion to minimise the impact of application outage and subsequent delivery of timetables. As well as manage the common code library and develop code to establish best practice and create a centre of excellence for coding within Capacity Planning, relating to the production of in-house applications to support Capacity Planning systems.

You will also manage stakeholder communication with the planning community specialists and working groups to manage the requirements for future tactical planning enhancements. This will include leading the development on computer programming and coding requirements for the team to deliver required outcomes and allocate correct resources to deliver desired outcomes

API design and integration

-Azure Cloud Platform

Candidates should have the ability to work collaboratively with industry stakeholders to support their requirements. You will have experience with C#, ASP.NET, SQL, and experience with Windows Forms development. Our back end runs in Azure, so experience of that and having a DevOps mindset would be an advantage. Ideally you will have a sound understanding of development and architectural practices, such as object-oriented programming, relational database design, REST, and test-driven development. You will have he ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical colleagues effectively, while incorporating an attention to detail and a passion for problem-solving., · Degree, or equivalent, in an information management or business-related discipline

· Substantial knowledge of coding languages (e.g. VBA, SQL, Vb.net, JAVA)

· Knowledge of identifying technical solutions from problem statements

· Experience in developing and delivering technical solutions to meet customer requirements

· Ability to manage activities with short timescales while still following established change control processes

· Demonstrated communication skills; verbal, written and presentation.

Are you ready to make a difference in people's lives? At Network Rail, we connect passengers and freight customers, ensuring safe and efficient transportation across the country.

We're dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we're committed to becoming an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace, leveraging the skills and expertise of our talented workforce. Together, we strive to create a safe and accessible railway for everyone.

Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.

Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.

Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.

Defined benefit pension scheme

75% subsidy on train tickets.

️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.

️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.

Plus more….