Software Engineer (Salesforce)

• Implement the software development life cycle: You will build, maintain, test, deliver, release and document accessible and customer centric software solutions, as required.
  • Writes clean, secure and well tested software, including method commentary which is evident in peer reviews and automation tools;
  • Completes all documentation in line with their work e.g., application support manual; IT support processes; test and release notes; ICD (interface control document) notes;
  • Takes ownership to investigate and fix faults following agreed procedures and provides route cause analysis and recommendations;

• Deliver to standards: Adhere to and apply Vitality’s defined technical process standards to ensure the effective management of risks and the protection of Vitality’s data.
  • Uses the Vitality standards approach independently and competently in all work.
  • Provides guidance to associate software engineers in the adherence to these standards.
  • Uses automation and peer review to assess the knowledge and application of the standards.
• Provide integrated solutions: You will ensure solutions are user-focused, strategically aligned and effectively integrated across multiple teams and platforms to ensure needs are met.
  • Build and test software in line with the design conditions to ensure required integration and testing of components for other teams prior to completion.
  • Understand the benefits of Salesforce along with the stakeholders involved as well as the vision and direction Salesforce is taking and positively contribute towards that.
  • Support specific activities to improve development processes.
• Engage stakeholders. Collaborate, work with and develop an understanding of the needs and requirements of both internal and external stakeholders in order to achieve the desired outcomes.
  • Engage internal stakeholders independently, working across a number of teams, and acting as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
  • Facilitate meetings and consult stakeholders to understand their needs and requirements and propose and specify solutions.
• Build and transfer skills and knowledge. Take responsibility for developing personal skills and expertise aligned to role.
  • Fully competent in Salesforce and working independently within the framework of Vitality’s modern technology platform (e.g. Micro Services) and assigned coding language/s.
  • Assist more junior Software Engineers to develop their skills and knowledge. Share ideas, provide coaching, support and feedback.

• Salesforce Administrator and Platform Developer I certifications.
• Experience with Agile Software delivery (SCRUM).
• Experience consulting with end users to understand their requirement and proposing best practice Salesforce. solutions, knowing when to use configuration over code.
• Strong knowledge of Apex, Aura, SOQL, Lightning Web Components and Flows.
• Experience with Salesforce DX and CI / CD.

We're really excited to announce that we have recently been awarded "Top 10 Best Places To Work" in The Sunday Times Awards 2024!

Vitality is a multi-award-winning UK insurance brand, here to make the world a healthier, happier place.

We’ve been a purpose and values-driven business from day 1- long before it became fashionable. Our core purpose is to make people healthier and enhance protect their lives. Vitality pioneered shared-value insurance. We incentivise people to live healthier longer lives – they benefit, our business benefits, and society benefits. We’re successful because we attract, develop, and retain the best people – and because we care.

We’re committed to diversity and inclusion because it’s good for our employees, for our business, and for society. To learn more please visit our Careers page.

Vitality’s approach to sustainability

Vitality is a business that drives positive change. We reward people for making and sustaining healthier choices. But healthy people also need a healthy environment. To learn more please visit our Careers page. #LI-Hybrid

If we are fortunate in receiving a high volume of quality applications we may need to close this vacancy early. If you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible.