Neptune North - Software Developer - CS Spec
Neptune North - Software Developer - CS Spec
NEPTUNE NORTH
WHO WE ARE
Neptune North is a newly created Joint Venture specialising in providing software development and consulting
services to businesses operating in the Financial Services and Alternative Investment markets.
We pride ourselves on employing and developing only the very best talent in the North East, ensuring unparalleled
quality and expertise in every project we undertake so that we can surpass our clients expectations, solve challenging
problems and deliver innovative solutions.
If you’re a great developer and great communicator who loves working on demanding initiatives and solving
challenging problems that need to be delivered at pace then Neptune North could be the right place for you.
We do everything from our home in the heart of Newcastle City centre, where we are building a team of exceptional
people and an incredibly intellectually stimulating environment from which to work.
OUR CULTURE
As a newly created business another exciting aspect of joining at this stage is the opportunity to be in from the start
and help define the culture.
Collaboration is key, both internally and with our clients. We believe we do our best work when we are together and
working hand in hand with business users
We want people who are positive and passionate, have proven problem solving capabilities, can work quickly to find
solutions to complex challenges and unlock big opportunities
People need to be able to take ownership and be trusted to deliver, going the extra mile when needed
We want people who are highly motivated and have a high desire to learn
RESPONSIBILITIES
Ownership of technical products and projects – our developers actively engage with a wide range of business
functions to leverage their knowledge and exposure
Exercising judgement and acumen to understand the true business need beyond the stated requirements
Challenging current systems and processes to achieve common goals through technical excellence and innovation
Keeping abreast of industry and technology trends that will keep us at the forefront of what is possible
Having impact from day one – we empower and trust our developers to leverage their skillsets
Excellent programming and technology skills, including an in-depth understanding of and recent programming
experience in C#/.Net or other object orientated languages such as Java or Python
Experience working with SQL databases
Azure or AWS experience
A strong enthusiasm for programming and technology and an appetite to work in a dynamic and integrated team
An entrepreneurial nature, willing to take ownership and run towards problems and someone who thrives on
innovation
The ability to own all aspects of development projects from start to finish
A desire to understand and solve business problems, build domain knowledge and increase market understanding
The ability to communicate clearly and professionally with our clients as well as team members
Financial Services experience a bonus, but is not essential
A minimum 2.1 degree obtained in Computer Science, or a related field, ideally from a Russell Group University
You can have an impact from day one – we empower and trust our developers to leverage their skillsets
Work on a wide variety of projects alongside exceptionally talented people, often closely correlated to world events
and trends
Deliver demonstrable business value working hand-in-hand with the customer Learn from industry experts on how
financial markets and world economies work
Ownership of technical products and projects – our developers actively engage with a wide range of business
functions to leverage their knowledge and exposure
Exercising judgement and acumen to understand the true business need beyond the stated requirements
Challenging current systems and processes to achieve common goals through technical excellence and innovation
Interview Process
1. Coding Challenge – We would like to get a better sense of your programming potential. You will be sent some
questions hosted by Codility to be completed at a time that suits you.
2. Aptitude Test - As a second step you will complete a speed-driven aptitude assessment.
3. Management Interviews – You will meet with members of our Technology Management Team. These will be a
combination of technical questions and an assessment of team and cultural fit.
4. Team Technical Interview – You will meet 1-2 other team members for a technical interview.
At Neptune North we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces diversity, equity and
inclusion at its core. We believe that our people’s diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences will
help us to attract, develop, and retain top talent.
We will not discriminate against any individual on the basis of their gender, age, race/ethnicity, identification
as an LGTBQIA+ individual, religion, or disability (or any other characteristic protected by relevant local law).