Job Description

SSP is a leading software company specialising in delivering innovative and comprehensive solutions for the insurance industry. Our cutting-edge technology supports insurers, brokers, and underwriters in optimizing their operations, enhancing customer experiences, and driving business growth. With a strong presence across multiple continents, SSP operates in regions including Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Our global reach and local expertise enable us to address the unique needs of diverse markets, providing tailored solutions that empower our clients to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic protected.  

Our hiring decisions are based on merit and the qualifications of everyone. We are dedicated to creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to their fullest potential. If you need adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.  

Join us in our mission to create a workplace that reflects our Global workforce and the diverse world we live in and where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.  

Want to want to work with great people, in modern offices and can progress and develop your career? Our team is growing, so we are on the lookout for a passionate Software Engineer to join our Development Team based at our Halifax office.  This position will be a remote and the employee will be working from their home location and may be required to visit Halifax office occasionally as per business needs. 

THE PURPOSE OF SOFTWARE ENGINEER WILL BE:  

You will be part of a team that is involved in an exciting phase of strategic development on an existing product in SSP’s portfolio which involves migrating it into the Cloud, both AWS and Azure. The product is used by a large variety of customers, from smaller insurance brokers up to 400 seat call centres. 

• There will be opportunities to work on a range of different activities and exposure to a variety of technologies and at the highest level the product technology solution stack comprises: 

• Linux backend running Bash/Awk/Perl/C/Cobol and Python 

• Database technologies MySQL/SQLite/Postgresql 

• Printing technologies such as Aspose libraries/PCL/Postscript 

• Cloud technologies 

WE’D LIKE TO MEET THE SOFTWARE ENGINEER WITH: 

• Relevant experience or Degree educated, or equivalent vocational qualifications (NVQ, City & Guild) 

• Self-motivated with a desire to learn covering such areas as: 

• Different technologies 

• Agile development best practices 

• Full range of insurance market segments from small brokers to large volume aggregator integrations i.e. Confused.com 

• Has a can-do attitude and likes working in a fast-paced environment 

• Building software in a commercial environment 

• Software development life cycle 

Experience of: 

• Confident communication skills with the ability to liaise at all levels 

• Use of Microsoft tools – Word, Excel and PowerPoint 

• Demonstrate working in a team and collaborate approach to achieving results 

• Experience of design of production strength systems  

Optional Experience: 

• Understanding of: 

• Agile practices 

• Appreciation of cloud concepts 

• Understanding of relational databases and SQL statements 

• Knowledge of the Linux operating system 

• Printing systems/PCL/Postscript/Aspose libraries 

• EDI messaging 

• Cloud technologies 

• Successful candidates will be provided a personal development plan and a comprehensive training schedule to ensure they are quickly on-boarded into the company and their new team. 

THE SOFTWARE ENGINEER RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:  

• Undertakes complete design of simple applications using simple templates and tools. Assists as part of a team on design of components of larger systems. Produces detailed designs including for example: physical data flows, file layouts, common routines and utilities, program specifications or prototypes, and backup, recovery and restart procedures 

• Designs, codes, tests, corrects, and documents simple programs, and assists in the implementation of software which forms part of a properly engineered information or communications system 

• Assists in the investigation and resolution of issues relating to applications. Assists with specified maintenance procedures 

• Applies data analysis and data modelling techniques to establish, modify or maintain a data structure and its associated components (entity descriptions, relationship descriptions, attribute definitions) 

• Contributes, under instruction, to the production and distribution of documentation items, to testing the content and layout of specific deliverables, and to the configuration of documentation items and files 

• Produces software builds from software source code. Conducts tests as defined in an integration test specification, records the details of any failures, and carries out fault diagnosis relating to simple failures, reporting the results of the diagnosis in a clear and concise manner 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? 

• A unique, modern working environment (remote, hybrid and on-premises working mode).  

• Annual and quarterly team building initiatives.  

• Generous holiday allowance (25 days + Public Holidays) and life assurance.  

• SSP flexible benefits, Pension Scheme, annual bonus based on company performance.  

• Parental leaves, Flexible working option including 9-day fortnight working or 4.5 day working week.  

• Complimentary leave on or around your birthday.  

• A clear, personal learning and development plan to develop your career further.   

• Internal and External Training opportunities.  

• Employee Assistance Program.  

• Viva Engage – collaborate on ideas and suggest future business opportunities through various forums.  

BEHAVIOURS: 

We have a strong, clear vision – to be the leading provider of insurance technology software – and our values describe what makes SSP unique and capture the SSP spirit that runs through everything we do.  

Respect – Ownership – Collaboration – Innovation – Energy 

A CAREER WITH US: 

SSP believes the most valuable asset for any business is the people it employs. It is crucial therefore to employ and invest in the best. 

SSP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace for all. We don not discriminate in recruitment hiring, training, advancement, or other employment practices. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.  

How to Apply

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: Not Disclosed.

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