Job Description

The Role

Post: Senior Application Developer

Salary: 46,941 per annum

Grade: FRS E

Salary range: 46,941 - 56,071 per annum

Contract type: Fixed Term until 31 December 2026 (possibility of extension)

Working pattern: Full-time

Application closing date: 4 PM on Thursday 29 January 2026



London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London's Fire and Rescue Service - one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city.



We employ over 5,500 people, across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer your 999 calls) and our non-operational team (our teams who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, including HR, IT, Finance, Procurement, Communications etc.).



LFB is seeking a talented Senior Developer - Applications to join our busy Application Development Team.



The ideal candidate will have advanced expertise in PowerApp and Power Automate development as well as a proficiency in the use of Azure Logic Apps and custom API Integration to extend the Power Platform capabilities. They will also have a knowledge of the use of AI automation models and how can they drive efficiency and productivity in the organisation. C#, ASP.net, SQL, HTML, CSS and Javascript/JQuery skills will be a bonus. A willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies in this dynamic environment is essential.



We value a proactive approach to learning. The successful candidate should demonstrate a keen interest in building on prior knowledge, adapting to evolving technologies, and contributing fresh perspectives to our team.



The candidate will be joining a small innovative team of close-knit developers and dedicated to improving business processes. The candidate will be building intuitive, user-friendly apps that will streamline operations and drive efficiency. Providing an end-to-end service from scoping to developing and delivering apps, you will have a talent for problem solving and a keen eye for detail to craft robust, scalable applications.



You will need:

Demonstrable skills in PowerApps, Power Automate and API integration A good knowledge of extracting and transforming data. A good understanding on how to assist stakeholders identify issues, document requirements and provide solutions to improve processes. A willingness to delve into new areas and technologies to expand your skill set.

This role is hybrid based, working at our central London headquarters and remotely from home.



Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs-london-fire-gov-uk.jobsmarket.site/pages/en-gb/jobs to access the full advert.



We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Eligibility

LFB employees on probation are not eligible to apply.

Assessment Overview

Stage 1

To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:



1. Practical experience designing and developing process improvement solutions using industry standard development technologies (i.e., SQL, C#, ASP.Net, JavaScript, JQuery, HTML, CSS etc.) or Microsoft PowerApps (Canvas and Model Driven) and Power Automate.

2. Proven experience of managing extraction, transformation and loading (ETL) processes using SQL or Power Automate.

3. Knowledge of Power Fx, JSON, REST APIs, and Microsoft Graph API.

4. An understanding of Azure Logic Apps, Functions, API Management and AI Builder.



Please note that we will score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above.




Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend stage 2.




Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.



Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.



Stage 2



Assessment for this role is due to take place week commencing 23 February 2026. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Additional Information

Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

up to 26 days' holiday plus bank holidays Additional leave between Christmas Day and New Year Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave Hybrid working is available, subject to business need. Free access to the Brigade gym Use of the Brigade's Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers Free counselling Season ticket loans Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups Contributory pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Staff discount scheme including access to Blue Light Card retail and hospitality discounts Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

Criminal records check

In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.

Job Reference: FRS01361