Job Description

A fantastic new opportunity has arisen for a

Senior Developer

to join our Software Development department at Pavers, based at Northminster Business Park, York. This role is offered as a full-time permanent opportunity in a growing business where you are encouraged to develop your skills in a supportive environment.


We are currently embarking on a system modernisation project, which will have an impact across all areas of the business. Your role will be to mentor a team of developers, working under the guidance of the Development Manager, leveraging your technical expertise to help the company achieve its ambition of crafting custom software solutions, that will support its fast-expanding retail estate.


This is a proactive, involved position where you will work in close cooperation with System Architects, Product Managers, Developers, and business stakeholders to comprehend their needs and bring forth scalable, sustainable solutions using cutting edge technologies and best practice methodologies. You will report directly to the Head of Software Development and be an integral part of a versatile, multi-disciplinary team that includes other Developers and Quality Assurance Analysts.


We are looking for a colleague with a solid background in Software Development, including Microsoft, .NET & AZURE tech stacks, who is an excellent communicator and familiar with SCRUM & AGILE ways of working. You'll need to be used to producing high quality documentation & cultivating a culture of innovation and improvement at every opportunity.

Let's see what's in it for you:

Salary Competitive dependant on experience Discretionary Annual Bonus scheme Generous colleague discount scheme, some of which can be shared with your family and friends!

And that's not all, working for Pavers comes with so much more to enjoy:

Free onsite parking at York Head Office Death In Service Benefit Holiday Entitlement (Increases with service) Company Contribution Pension Access to RetailTRUST (Wellbeing & Financial Support) Access to the Pavers Foundation: employee-led grant application and charitable giving scheme Access to wider training and development opportunities through Pavers Academy Some Hybrid Working can be considered but you should expect to be in the office around 3-4 days per week and onsite full time at the start

Want to see a snapshot of your duties?

Draft and assess detailed specifications for system components of various complexity levels to ensure alignment with development goals. Engineer software solutions in alignment with business requirements, operating within an agile team framework. Collaborate with fellow developers to comprehend requirements and convert them into practical software solutions. Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to a development team, creating a culture of technical excellence. Engage in and facilitate code reviews, establishing and enforcing coding standards across the team. Guarantee the creation of industry standard, well-structured, and efficient code. Maintain and produce documentation for new and existing system features. Communicate project progress, outcomes, and technical challenges to the Head of Software Development and relevant stakeholders. Mentor and provide guidance to junior software developers, enhancing their skills and knowledge. Manage and cultivate a culture of innovation within the team, encouraging new ideas that drive improvement and innovation. Act as the first line of resolution for software development issues within your area of responsibility. Oversee the integration of new technology and methodologies to continually improve the development process in line with systems modernisation. Ensure adherence to software quality assurance standards and conduct regular audits to uphold software integrity and reliability. Collaborate with our Quality Assurance analysts to define test strategies and support the implementation of automated testing processes. Encourage and contribute to a collaborative and inclusive team environment that focuses on knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

Here's what we are looking for to be our Senior Developer:

Minimum of 3 years software development experience with a detailed understanding of .NET & Azure Advanced knowledge of T-SQL (SQL Server / MySQL) Familiarity with Microsoft tech stack Familiarity of SCRUM and AGILE ways of working Demonstratable technical history of systems design and development Commitment to high quality, industry standard solutions. Experience scoping and estimating work Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Excellent communications skills at a technical level.

The Pavers story began in York in 1971 when Catherine Paver took out a 200 bank loan (for a sofa she told them) to fund her new business. She had big dreams of changing the world of footwear and a passion to provide comfortable and stylish shoes for all.


Starting small, she sold shoes at village halls and homeware parties before opening the first Pavers shop in Scarborough in 1981, when Catherine's three sons joined the business. One of her sons, Stuart, ran the business as Managing Director for over 40 years, joined by his son Jason in 2016. As of September 2023, Jason Paver is now the Managing Director of Pavers Ltd, with Stuart Paver moving to Chairman, taking the company into the 3rd generation of family run leadership.


From these modest beginnings, Pavers Shoes has grown to be a UK leader in today's footwear industry, with over 180 stores nationwide encompassing our more recently acquired brands including Jones Bootmaker, Herring Shoes, Padders & Van Dal.


We remain acquisitive, highly profitable, and are an ever-growing, independent family-run business, employing over 1,900 people.


We were delighted to receive recognition as a 3Employer with

'World Class'

levels of workplace engagement and the

'2nd Best Retailer to Work For'

by Best Companies in November 2024. At Pavers, we attribute the talents, passion, and dedication of our colleagues as the reasons for our success.

Contact Us:

recruitment@pavers.co.uk