Software Developer - Auditor | S2 | Internal Audit

At Santander Internal Audit, we build and maintain innovative applications to power our systems and solutions. We're seeking a software developer to enhance and support our cloud-based digital platform. You'll need to have a passion for learning, problem-solving mindset and experience in developing efficient web-based applications. You'll collaborate closely with business and technical teams to create tools that transform data into insights and automate processes. As part of a multi-disciplinary squad, the software developer is an integral part of creating new visions for the audit function of the future. The difference you'll make:

• Collaborating with subject matter experts to develop a deep understanding of our needs
• Building and maintaining data-driven web applications with modern technologies
• Ensuring quality through testing, documentation and best practices
• Supporting integration of data analysis tools into audit processes through the application
• Being part of a cohesive IA function, actively engaging with all stakeholders, We're happy to discuss specific working patterns and arrangement within this hybrid approach during the recruitment process.
If you're interested in this role but with part time hours or a job-share we would still love to hear from you and discuss these. We are the owners of a cloud-based digital platform hosting a suite of self-serve data analysis tools and business intelligence tools embedded in the Internal Audit methodology. It is built on a Python Flask backend with a PostgreSQL database and a custom HTML/CSS/JS frontend. We are consuming and processing data from our enterprise data lake and our audit management platform to power our application. On the DevOps side we are using Github for source control / CICD and Docker for development and deployment. Inclusion At Santander we're creating a thriving workplace where all colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed. We all help to make Santander a workplace that celebrates diversity and attracts, retains and develops the most talented and committed people through living our values of Simple, Personal, and Fair.

These are the essential requirements you need to be successful in this role:
• Solid understanding of backend development, including APIs, databases, and authentication
• Able to build responsive web interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Familiar with DevOps practices, including containerization (Docker) and Git version control
• Excellent understanding and relevant experience in full-stack web development
It would also be nice for you to have:
• Basic knowledge of data analysis concepts and how they integrate into applications
• Familiarity with cloud-based platforms and infrastructure
• Working knowledge of auditing concepts and risk management
• Educated to Degree level or related professional qualification
What else you need to know: This role is based in Milton Keynes We want our people to thrive at work and home, and also be able to deliver the best outcomes for our customers and to help each other develop. To support this, we offer site-based contracts with a hybrid working pattern and our expected level of attendance in an office is at least 12 days per month (pro-rata for part-time roles).

As well as a salary, we offer a wide range of benefits that you can choose from and tailor to your needs.
• £500 annual cash allowance to spend on our great range of benefits.
• Eligible for a discretionary performance-related annual bonus.
• We put 8% of salary into your pension, even if you don't contribute yourself. We'll pay in up to 12.5% of salary, if you contribute as well, and you can take some of our contribution in cash if you prefer.
• 27 days' holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to 28 days after 5yrs service, with the option to purchase up to 5 contractual days per year.
• Free access to a range of digital health services, including GP.
• Protection for you and your family, with company-funded death-in-service benefit and income protection insurance, and the option to take advantage of discounted rates for additional life assurance and critical illness cover.
• 24/7 access to an online employee discount platform including retailers, entertainment, eating out, travel and more.
• Voluntary healthcare benefits at discounted rates. Including: medical insurance, dental insurance, and health assessments.
• Share in Santander's success by saving or investing in our share plans.
• Support your favourite causes through charitable giving and our community partnerships.
• As a Santander UK employee, you are able to request staff versions of our products like our Edge Current Accounts and Credit Cards with no fees, as well as apply to many other deals and discounts in Santander products and services