Role Purpose:

Please note this is a contract role for 10 weeks.

The D365FO Developer will be responsible for designing and developing customised solutions within the Dynamics 365FO platform. This includes coding, unit testing, building applications, and creating, modifying and troubleshooting existing applications. 

They must have the ability to lead on the translation of business needs, into technical specifications, that enable the design, build and deployment of relevant and required solutions.

They would also have extensive knowledge of application architecture and be able to view required changes from a holistic level.

They will have the ability to undertake both technical, and engineering work and also be able to lead project work and requests from various colleagues and divisions within the business.

They will also be able to offer insight and assistance where required to the business on matters specifically to do with the D365FO Application, ISV’s and completed code.

Reports to:  

Senior Core Systems and BI Manager

Key interfaces:

The D365FO Developer will interact with multiple parties across the company - including Fortnum’s Management Group, and other business leaders. In addition to supplying administrative report the role holder will liaise regularly with the central functions and businesses, such as Commercial Finance, Marketing, Hospitality and Retail and our leadership team in Asia Pacific.

They will also liaise with our relevant partners and suppliers where needed.

Key Accountabilities:

*       Translate business needs to technical specifications

*       Design, build and deploy applicable solutions

*       Maintain and support data the D365 platform

*       Conduct unit testing and troubleshooting

*       Evaluate and improve existing developments

*       Collaborate with teams to integrate systems where required

*       Develop and update technical documentation

*       Ability to work on multiple projects and requests

*       Implement data quality checks and ensure adherence to data governance policies

*       Creation and maintenance of relevant documentation

Role Specific Criteria (Experience/Behaviours/Technical Ability)

We expect the successful candidate to have the following skills and experience: 

*       A minimum of 5 years demonstrable experience as a D365FO Developer

*       Demonstrable experience within LCS and ADO

*       Demonstrable experience within the MS D365FO application

*       Demonstrable experience coding within the X++ Language

*       Experience within MS Visual Studio, Azure Portal and Power Platform

*       Experience of customisation, configuration and development of the D365 application

*       Ability to develop required solutions according to functional specifications

*       Ensure the D365FO application is updated as per MS and company schedule

*       Ensure that Code Releases are managed end-to-end minimising any downtime

*       Ability to work within an IT and Transformation technical framework

*       Ability to keep up to date with the latest functionality related to the D365FO application

*       Good experience of D365FO cloud principles

*       Proven ability of working with a diverse group of stakeholders across many business disciplines

*       Ability to independently manage an end to end project or solution

*       BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering or relevant field

*       Retail industry experience is preferred but not mandatory

We are committed to developing your career and nurturing your talent, regardless of age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; sexual orientation. We respect and embrace each other's differences, to create a truly inclusive environment.

In the last year alone, our people have been recognised and celebrated, winning awards for their outstanding contributions to Retail, Technology, Global Hospitality & Tourism, Visual Merchandising & Display, Customer Service and Local Community Awards.

In return, we offer: 

• A competitive salary
• A generous store and restaurant discount of up to 40%
• 25 days holidays (excluded bank holidays) and an extra day off for your birthday
• A fantastic subsidised staff restaurant which uses Fortnum’s ingredients
• A range of opportunities to develop and grow personally and professionally
• Excellent pension scheme