Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

At Bright, we've engineered cutting-edge software for accounting, payroll, tax, and practice management. We've assembled a team of top talent and stand ready to lead the industry with our superior software solutions and unparalleled customer support. We're brilliant people creating brilliant software! Join us in our mission to create brilliant software that empowers businesses to reach new heights.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Software Engineer at Bright, you will be a key technical contributor within the BrightChecks team. This role will focus on developing high-quality, scalable solutions using C# both on the backend with Javascript on the front end. You will be using a modern toolchain that includes Azure services and Kubernetes to build and host what you produce. The successful candidate will work collaboratively in a dynamic cross-functional team to deliver impactful projects that are core to driving the business forward.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop and maintain web-based applications and services ensuring robust and efficient performance. Appropriately test and document the code you write. Collaborate with product managers, engineers, QAs and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Work with the team to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly. Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies and best practices in software engineering. Identify opportunities to improve development practices, tools, code health and maintainability in collaboration with the wider engineering community. Configure builds and automated tests to execute reliably and efficiently in CI/CD environments. Foster a collaborative environment by working closely within cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software delivery.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Software engineering experience with a focus on API design and development. Deep expertise in C# .NET for building production APIs and services. Strong SQL skills including database design, optimization, and query performance. Proven experience building RESTful APIs for web and mobile applications. Core Technical skills (must-have): C#, ASP.NET Core, Web API, Entity Framework Core, SQL Server. Preferred Technical Skills (nice-to-have): Clean Architecture and general architectural patterns, RESTful API design, Working knowledge of Azure, Experience with at least one modern JavaScript framework (React / Angular / Vue.js)

About Bright

Bright provides a suite of industry-leading software solutions designed for accountants and bookkeepers across the UK and Ireland. Since our inception in 2021, we've acquired and developed best-in-class solutions, all built on one essential foundation—world-class customer support that customers can depend on. Our multi-award-winning, user-friendly, and innovative products empower accountants and bookkeepers to efficiently support their clients while growing their practices. Our vision is to power the digital practice of tomorrow, today. We achieve this by delivering cutting-edge, cloud-based solutions that integrate seamlessly, streamline workflows, and enhance productivity. The success of our people is equally as important to us as the success of our customers. We foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect, and where equal opportunities are championed for all. We are committed to supporting our employees at every step of their journey with Bright.