Software Engineer

DP World is seeking a Software Engineer to join our UK IT team, supporting Ports and Terminals operations across the UK. This role is ideal for a technically strong and detail-oriented software professional who enjoys designing scalable systems, solving complex problems, and delivering high-quality solutions that improve operational efficiency. You will work in a collaborative, high-visibility environment, contributing to systems that are critical to business performance, while also supporting and developing fellow team members.

How you will contribute

• Contribute to the design, development, and delivery of end-to-end software solutions
• Build scalable, secure, and reliable systems aligned to business needs
• Work closely with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, ensuring high-quality and consistent delivery
• Apply and promote best practices across DevOps, CI/CD, containerisation, and cloud development
• Maintain high standards for code quality, system performance, testing, and documentation
• Troubleshoot and provide ongoing support for live systems
• Conduct code reviews and contribute to technical discussions and knowledge sharing
• Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend innovative improvements
• Help ensure systems meet requirements for operational uptime, data integrity, and compliance

What you will bring

• Hands-on experience with Navis N4 customization in a port terminal environment is required
• Strong experience with C#, .NET, and modern software development practices
• Solid understanding of software architecture, object-oriented programming (OOP), and clean code principles
• Solid understanding of SQL Server and NoSQL databases
• Experience with containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS
• Experience developing applications using modern front-end frameworks such as Angular or React
• Strong understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and TDD
• Proven experience delivering software in complex or enterprise environments
• Experience working within or alongside logistics or industrial systems (desirable)
• Understanding of operational or supply chain systems is an advantage
• Experience leading or mentoring engineers or development teams
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively across technical and non-technical team
• Confident decision-making and a proactive approach to challenges
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly