University of Birmingham - HTRC IT System Developer - College of Engineering and Physical Sciences - 104168 - Grade 6

Developer is needed in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

Client: University of Birmingham

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Contract: Full-time, Full-time

Job Description

The University of Birmingham’s High Temperature Research Centre (HTRC) is seeking a software system developer to join a committed IT Support Team. This role is based in Coventry and is on a fixed-term contract for up to 12 months, with a full-time starting salary range of £31,396 to £33,966, potentially progressing to £38,205. The position involves designing and implementing SQL-based systems for data integration from a small manufacturing facility and developing a SharePoint-based document management system.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with various teams and stakeholders to enhance current systems and will play a crucial role in data management and system integration within a high-quality research and development environment.

Requirements

Educated to A level or equivalent in a computing-related subject, MCSE, or other industry-recognized IT qualifications, along with GCSE passes in English and Mathematics.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft SQL
• Experience of Microsoft SharePoint
• Experience of relational databases, database design, and database programming
• Experience of using REST or SOAP APIs
• Experience in programming
• Experience using source control
• Experience writing automated tests
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent analysis and troubleshooting skills
• A continuous improvement mentality

Desirable Skills:

• Experience of integrating data from different systems
• Experience of Microsoft Power BI
• Experience of document management systems
• Experience of developing and using web APIs
• ITIL awareness

Additional Information

The role involves no direct financial or staff management responsibility and requires collaboration with colleagues to meet the IT support priorities. A DBS check and a BPSS check will be required prior to appointment due to the nature of the work.