LDC (Local Data Capture, VB6, VBA) Developer

LDC Developer
Clearance Required: BPSS
Duration: 6 months
Location: Telford - 2 days on site
IR35 Status: Mandated PAYE only

We are seeking a motivated and adaptable developer to join the LDC (Local Data Capture) capability within the wider CESA engineering set-up. This role is well suited to someone with a strong core development background who is keen to learn and work within a complex Legacy estate, supporting the ongoing delivery and stability of critical HMRC services.
CESA is a large, business-critical system supporting the Self Assessment regime, with LDC forming a key part of the data capture process used across HMRC. The role operates within a fast-paced environment, balancing change delivery with the stability of live services.

The successful candidate will work closely with Delivery Leads, engineers, and service teams to develop and support LDC components, while building knowledge of the platform and its associated tooling.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and support LDC components within the CESA estate
Contribute to delivery of changes, ensuring quality and stability across releases
Investigate and resolve defects and production issues
Work closely with Delivery Managers and service teams to align development with delivery and live service priorities
Adhere to established processes, controls, and standards within a Legacy environment
Actively build knowledge of the LDC platform and associated technologies

Technical Skills/Experience:
Strong general development background with a willingness to learn Legacy technologies

Experience or exposure to:
o VB6
o Microsoft Visual Studio 6.0
o NuMega DevPartner Studio
o VB6 ActiveX Components
o VBA

Experience working with integration and tooling, including:
o SOAP Toolkits
o Team Foundation Server (TFS)
o XML
o Edge
o Integrated Single Sign On (ISSO)
Experience working in controlled, production-critical environments is beneficial

Desirable (CESA-specific):
Exposure to (or willingness to learn):
o GovRules Client
o GovRules Integrated Design Environment
o GovRules Native Language (Java-derived)