Systems Developer (MS6174)

Role Description

Working within the MIS team of Computing Services, we have an exciting vacancy for a Systems Developer specialising in some of the University's core MIS systems. 

The Strategic Systems team aims to provide an excellent service to our key business customers including the sections responsible for Finance, Research, HR and Estates. As a systems developer, you will take responsibility for development projects through the full life cycle including ongoing support, liaising closely with key stakeholders with an emphasis on the Research Innovation Services department. 

Skills

Customer care; providing day to day specialist systems support, as escalated through 1stand 2nd tier level support channels. Ensuring your customers are engaged, informed and empowered by developing tools and documents which promote best practice.Technical expertise; we are looking for you to bring your technical management of software systems to this role. Knowledge of Elsevier Pure would be an advantage. Your role will include support (involving liason with the supplier), development and management of on-going upgrades in order to provide the high level of service required. Project management; managing the life cycle of core system enhancements and key developments. This involves working closely with internal and external stakeholders from requirements analysis through to design, testing and implementation. Effective project management experience is preferred however, we can offer development in this this area if needed.

The University of Bath

We are a leading University, with an international reputation for excellence in teaching and research. We have been number one in the National Student Survey for two years running. With over 3,300 staff and 16,800 students, the campus provides avibrant and rewarding working environment, where innovation and passion for excellence is pursued.

We offer a unique and unrivalled working environment. There is a wide range of on-site amenities ,including world-class sporting facilities. Our campus is surrounded by beautiful countryside and overlooks the city of Bath.

What we offer

The University of Bath is an exciting and engaging place to work. We are committed to personal and professional development. In addition to this we offer the following employee benefits:

18% employer pension contributions (8% employee contributions)39 days holiday(annual leave, discretionary days and bank holidays)A flexible working environmentInformal work dressOfsted outstanding rated onsite nursery and childcare vouchers schemesSalary exchange scheme (cycle to work, fitness plus with our world-class sports training village)Interest free loans for public transport seasons tickets and motorcycle purchases for commutingOnsite private and NHS dentist, onsite medical centreDiscounted physiotherapy servicesOnsite parking

If you’d like to find out more about working for Computing Services please visit our webpage http://go.bath.ac.uk/cs-careers

If you have an interest in the role, or you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please email A.Keen@bath.ac.uk.  However, please ensure that you submit your application through the University of Bath website.

Closing Date: 15 Oct 2018
Type: Management, Specialist and Administration