We are recruiting for a software developer with experience in the PERL programming language on contract to work for a Defence organisation based in Stevenage with some remote working.

We require someone who can create and update text-based templates used in Technical Publications authoring and publishing tasks. Knowledge of the Technical Publications publishing process would be an advantage but not a requirement.

Assistance in updating and in some cases, creating applications and reporting tools using C#, SQL, Java and Powershell and possibly across different coding domain languages.

Responsibilities

Code technical publication stylesheets using PERL language
Develop database solutions to store and retrieve company information
Install and configure information systems to ensure functionality
Analysing, planning, and defining data architecture framework, including security, reference data, metadata, and master data
Migrate data from Legacy systems to new solutions
Improve system performance by conducting tests, troubleshooting and integrating new elements
Optimize new and current database systems
Define security and backup procedures
Collaborating with other teams within the organisation to devise and implement data strategies, build models, and assess shareholder needs and goals
Provide operational support for Management Information Systems

Requirements and skills

Proficiency in PERL is essential
Proficiency in SQL and C#
Experience with data visualization is highly desirable.
Proficiency in MS Excel
Experience in data modelling, metadata management, data synthesis
Experience gathering and analysing system requirements
Proven analytical skills
Problem-solving attitude

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