About the job

Job summary

Are you looking for your next challenge?

Are you experienced in software development and delivery in Microsoft Dynamics utilising Dynamics 365, Power Platform or Azure DevOps?

Would you like to work on nationally recognised digital projects?

If so, we would like to hear from you! 

You will be part of our expanding internal Application Development team, which develops and maintains mission critical applications for DVSA. 

You will be integral to setting up  a new Microsoft Dynamics capability in the team, taking on the support and development of current and future applications.

Microsoft Dynamics forms a major part of our current and future technical roadmap, and the decision has been made to provision an in-house team with the vision of insourcing support and development of externally built applications, and the ability to produce internally developed applications and solutions.

You will be joining the team from its inception with the ability to fully partake in and influence its structure, training and direction.

Our applications are used by DVSA staff to perform essential activities such as the booking theory tests, roadside enforcement encounters and annual vehicle tests. 

There’s never been a better time to join the DVSA.  

Our Digital-first vision is supported by a clear strategy which allows our staff to develop and grow.   

Click here to find out more the award-winning services we work on and what’s on offer for you, helping drive your career forward.  

If you want to find out more about this role, get tips on the application or ask the hiring manager (Kevin Richards – Lead Developer) any questions, join us for a virtual information session on 07th Feb at 17:30.

Click here to register. 

Job description

As a Senior dynamics Developer, you will be designing, building, and testing software that makes a real difference to our frontline staff and helps improve road safety.

You will work collaboratively with external suppliers and DVSA stakeholders and to ensure the support and delivery of defined solutions.

You will be working within a multi-disciplinary team using Agile delivery methodologies, delivering solutions focused on user needs. 

You will:

• Have proven experience of software development, with a detailed knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics.
• Lead and inspire team members, providing guidance and support to staff, enabling them to effectively deliver on objectives.
• Lead the development of value-driven services to fulfil customer needs, guiding app teams in building solutions.
• Act as a recognised subject matter expert, offering guidance in the resolution of live issues.
• Work to modern development standards, practices and techniques to develop solutions that put the user and user experience first. 

More detail can be found on the Job Description attached. 

Additional info

This role can be based in Birmingham, Bristol, Newcastle, Nottingham, Oldham or Swansea, where your presence at this location will form part of the working arrangements agreed with you.

We operate a hybrid working model with the expectation that you will spend a minimum 60% on a DVSA site or on official business giving you greater flexibility about where and when you work. 

Person specification

As the suitable candidate you will be:

• Proficient in making effective decisions within a fast-moving Agile delivery environment.
• Able to demonstrate the ability to communicate technical designs clearly and concisely through conversations, documentation, and presentations.
• Able to provide technical guidance and direction to less senior team members when needed.

Please take note that DVSA does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. 

Benefits

About Us 

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) helps keep Britain moving, safely and sustainably. 

 

We do this by helping people through a lifetime of safe and sustainable journeys, helping them keep their vehicles safe to drive, and protecting them from unsafe drivers and vehicles. 

We’re working hard to:  

• make roads safer 
• improve services for our customers 
• make road transport greener and healthier 
• harness the potential of technology and data 
• grow and level up the economy 

We’re committed to giving all our colleagues purpose, professionalism and pride in what we do. We work in supportive, diverse and inclusive teams where everyone is valued. You can grow, develop and progress, and make a real difference to society. 

We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice and welcome and encourage applications from everyone, such as ethnic minorities, women, disabled people and those who identify as LGBT+. 
 
To find out more about how we champion diversity and inclusion in the workplace and making DVSA a great place to work visit our Careers website.  

Benefits 

• An environment with flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. 
• Exceptional pension with an employer contribution of an average of 27%.
• Generous Annual Leave - 25 days holiday, increasing by 1 each year of service, up to 30.
• 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.
• Latest IT and Tech devices.  
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
• Excellent learning and development tailored to your role including paid apprenticeships up to Masters level.
• Wide range of discounts schemes on high street names.
• Employee assistance program for health and well being.
• Cycle to work scheme and Gym membership offers.
• For more information see visit our careers page.  

Things you need to know

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.

How to Apply   

To apply for this role, you will need to complete a CV and Personal Statement. 

Please structure your Personal Statement to provide detailed evidence of each of the following:  

• Experience of working with technical teams to deliver user-focused services in an agile environment.
• Experience of coaching and mentoring software developers / test engineers to develop their skills.
• Strong applied knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics CE, Microsoft Power Platform services or Azure DevOps, including an in-depth understanding of their capabilities, boundaries, and constraints.
• Development experience using some of the following: C#, .net, Dynamics Plugin, Power Fx, Model/Canvas Apps, Power Automate, Dynamics 365 CE, Powershell, ALM Pipeline , Azure DevOps, Datavers.

Sift & Interview Dates  

The sift is due to take place on w/c 12th February 2024.

Interviews are due to take place w/c 26th February 2024.

This interview will be conducted via a video interview, details of which will be provided to you should you be selected for interview.     

We will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates will change. You will be provided with sufficient notice of the confirmed dates.  

The selection process will be designed specifically for the role. As a result, your assessment will include: 

• an interview and technical assessment.

You’re encouraged to become familiar with the role profile attached, as you may be assessed against any of the criteria recorded within. 

The Department for Transport recruits using Success Profiles. For each role, we consider what you need to demonstrate to be successful. 

This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, drives up performance and improves diversity and inclusivity.  

You can read more about Success Profiles here.

DDaT Allowance  

This role is part of the Digital Data and Technology profession and attracts an enhanced pay scale which is mapped to capability levels. The successful candidates starting salary will be determined by performance at interview and assessed capability level. There are two components to DDaT pay - base pay and DDaT allowance.  

The role may also attract a DDaT allowance of up to £10,000. The amount, if afforded is determined by several factors one of which is assessed capability level.  

The successful candidate will be required to undergo yearly capability assessments which may result in pay increases or decreases. A drop in capability in any given assessment period results in 12 month pay protection to allow candidates to retain prior capability level.  

Reasonable Adjustments

As a Disability Confident Leader employer, we are committed to ensuring that the recruitment process is fair, accessible and allows all candidates to perform at their best. If a person with a visible or non-visible disability is substantially disadvantaged, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes.

Complete the “Assistance required” section in the “Additional requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need during the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at an interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional.

If you need a reasonable adjustment so that you can complete your application, you should contact Government Recruitment Service via dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.

Document Accessibility

If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section.

This job advert contains links to the DfT Careers website. Our website provides useful guidance and information that can support you during the application process. If you cannot access the information on our website for any reason, please email DRGComms@dft.gov.uk for assistance.

Further Information

For more information about how we hire, and for useful tips on submitting your application for this role, visit the How We Hire page of our DfT Careers website. You can find detailed information about the recruitment process and what to expect when applying for a role.

Pre-employment Checking

Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment. 

A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5-year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.