We’re looking for Software Development Engineers who are passionate about automation, process efficiency, and transforming business processes to join our Enterprise Services team.
You’ll be part of a growing capability shaping how Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and Copilot Studio are used across Yorkshire Building Society delivering smarter, faster, and more efficient services for our members and colleagues.
This is a great opportunity to influence the future of automation and process efficiency at scale, while developing your own skills in a modern Microsoft technology stack.
This is a hybrid role, a mix of working from home plus time in our central Leeds & Bradford offices.
About the role
As Software Development Engineer, you’ll design, develop, document, and create test automation of software and configuration that delivers value to YBS customers. You will -
Build and enhance solutions across Dynamics 365 and Power Platform
Develop and support RPA solutions, helping scale automation across the business
Design and build agents/flows using Microsoft Copilot Studio, Power Automate and Power Apps
Implement CI/CD pipelines and monitoring using Azure DevOps
Contribute to high-quality engineering through code reviews, testing, and documentation
Collaborate with architects, product owners, and analysts to shape solutions and delivery plans
Ensure solutions align with current and future architecture standards
Be part of an on-call team that supports YBS’s services out of hours
About you
You’ll have hands-on experience of code development in Dynamics 365, Power Platform and RPA tooling. This will include -
Developing technical solutions in Dynamics 365 and Power Platform to transform member journeys and drive operational efficiency at scale
Building, evolving and supporting YBS’s RPA capability, embedding automation into core processes to improve service, reduce cost, and increase organisational effectiveness
Experience in building agents/ flows within, and deployable through, the Microsoft products
Strong working knowledge of Copilot Studio
Strong knowledge of modern technologies and platforms used within digital and cloud applications
Understanding of Microsoft Azure DevOps or similar tooling for work management, CI/CD, and deployment
Desirable skills include:
o Hands-on experience of Java and Spring Boot
o Exposure to developing and supporting AI agents in a Microsoft technology stack
o Exposure to API integrations (e.g. Azure API Gateway)
o Experience developing in Automation Anywhere RPA tool
o Experience working across multiple IT teams, collaborating with Architecture, Security, and Operations
About us
At YBS we don’t have shareholders, we have members. We care about people and that includes you. So here, you’ll be respected for who you are, you’ll be able to bring your whole self to work, and you’ll have everything you need to build a long and rewarding career.
Flexibility. We offer a range of flexible working options without unsocial hours, which can help you find a healthy work-life balance. Whether it’s finishing early for an appointment or fitting your studies and hobbies in around your working hours, we can help make it work for you. We’re happy to talk flexible working and you can reach out to us anytime during the recruitment process to discuss this.
Development. We want you to feel challenged here. Whatever your ambitions, we’re committed to helping you develop your skills and move ahead in your career journey. From day one, we’ll set you up for success with a brilliant induction and full training plan, all designed to get you up to speed quickly.
Inclusivity. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. If you’ll go the extra mile to help our members, you’ll fit right in and feel you belong here.
About our Benefits
We offer lots of fantastic rewards that you can make the most of in and out of work, including:
Holiday. You’ll get 25 days plus Bank Holidays, as well as the option to buy up to a further 5 days.
Bonus. At YBS we work collaboratively and share in our success together, so when we reach our goals were all rewarded with an on target bonus of 7% of eligible pay (with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum 15%).
Pension. We know how important it is to save towards the future, that’s why we’ll contribute up 11% into your YBS pension.
Healthcare. Health and wellbeing are an important part of life at YBS, when you join us you’ll have access to a range of health benefits to suit your life including private medical insurance, dental and healthcare plans.
My Benefits. When you join YBS you’ll have access to our self-service benefits portal, where you can access a range of retail, hospitality and health discounts.
Ready to apply?
If you’re excited about this role and want to be part of the YBS team, apply now to send us your application.
Want more information?
If you have any questions about this role, please contact Mike Peel on [email protected]
