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Application Developer
Application Developer
Explorer Road, Dundee -DD2 1EG
Closing date: 24/04/2026
£38,161.67 - £42,831.52 per annum plus benefits
Contractual hours: 35.25
Job reference: REQ000228
The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Hillcrest Homes is recruiting for two Application Developer positions
Interviews will be held on the 7th and 8th of May
Hillcrest’s Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) team sit at the heart of how our organisation operates. We support colleagues by providing the platforms, services and capabilities they need to work securely, efficiently and with confidence. As the driving force behind Hillcrest’s new Digital, Data & Technology Strategy, the DDaT team is leading our digital transformation to a more connected, data‑driven and user‑centred organisation.
Within DDaT, the Applications Team play a pivotal role in shaping our digital services, data and core business systems. Working in a modern, collaborative environment, we configure, develop and enhance Hillcrest’s core applications, integrations and reporting capabilities. We work closely with our Service Desk and Infrastructure colleagues to ensure our applications are reliable, intuitive and continuously improving.
About the Role
As an Application Developer, you will drive the successful delivery of business change across Hillcrest’s application landscape. You will work with teams across the organisation to understand needs, shape system requirements and deliver projects and business improvements that create clear, measurable value.
You will translate business requirements into structured, actionable work packages; configure and test application changes; and co-ordinate supplier engagement to ensure updates are controlled, secure and aligned with organisational standards. You will ensure that each change follows a consistent delivery process.
A significant part of your role will focus on delivering improvements across Hillcrest’s systems, integrations and reporting. This includes configuring system changes, managing integrations, co-ordinating supplier enhancements, and developing reports that support reliable, data driven‑ decision making, all delivered through structured and well documented‑ processes.
About You
You will bring:
- Experience configuring and developing solutions in core business applications
- Strong SQL skills with experience producing SSRS reports and Power BI dashboards
- Ability to gather requirements, translate needs into clear user stories and deliver against them
- Experience co‑ordinating and testing supplier fixes, releases and enhancements
- Experience supporting or contributing to system implementations
- Experience with system configuration and integration, ensuring systems work reliably and consistently across the organisation
- A methodical approach with strong attention to detail and tidy, structured documentation
- Clear communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across technical and non‑technical teams
About the Benefits
- Pension Scheme
- Generous Holiday Entitlement
- Comprehensive Health and Well-being Package
- Free access to online discounts for well-known retailers
- Death in Service Benefit (up to three times your salary)
- Cycle to Work Scheme (great savings from 25% - 39% on bikes and accessories)
- Tech Scheme (great savings of up to 12% on computers or laptops)
Sponsorship
Please note that Hillcrest do not hold a licence to sponsor any visa applications at present.
Hillcrest are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the people we support. All roles are subject to thorough pre-employment checks including references, and a Disclosure Scotland check or PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check to ensure the safety and wellbeing of those we support. All employees are expected to uphold our values and adhere to safeguarding policies and standards throughout their work.
Please visit our website and apply today.
