Senior Developer- Business Intelligence

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Developer – Business Intelligence to join us on a permanent basis within our IT Services department.

The Department 

IT Services plays a pivotal role in supporting the University’s digital infrastructure, providing robust technology solutions that underpin world-class research, teaching, and administration. The Data Reporting, Architecture, and Modelling team focuses on architecting and managing data platforms that enable effective decision-making across the University. Within this team, the Business Intelligence (BI) group supports the University’s central Data Warehouse, ensuring timely, reliable access to critical information while providing technical leadership to innovative BI projects that enhance data-driven insight and analysis.

What We Offer

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

• 38 days of annual leave to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous maternity and adoption leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay leave, followed by additional statutory and unpaid leave options.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About the Role

As a Senior Developer – Business Intelligence, you will take a leading role in the design, development, and maintenance of the University’s BI solutions, built on the Microsoft BI technology stack. You’ll work closely with analysts, developers, and end users to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that meet the complex data needs of the University.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing robust ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes, ensuring the effective movement of data from various source systems into the University’s Data Warehouse. You’ll lead the design, coding, and testing of BI solutions, ensuring they are well-documented, reliable, and fit for purpose.

Beyond technical development, you’ll act as a key source of expertise in the BI team, supporting and mentoring colleagues, promoting best practices, and ensuring high-quality support for production systems. With access to cutting-edge BI technologies, you will have the opportunity to broaden your skill set as we progress the migration of out on-premise Data Warehouse to the Microsoft cloud.

About You

We are looking for a skilled and motivated professional with:

• A degree in a computing or IT-related subject or equivalent professional experience.
• Extensive knowledge of the Microsoft BI stack, including SQL Server, T-SQL, and SSIS.
• Strong knowledge of Data Warehousing principles and experience developing ETL processes.
• A solid understanding of the full software development lifecycle, including design, development, and support of production systems.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on the week commencing 03 February 2025.

Interviews will take place on the week commencing 10 February, and will be held either face to face or virtually.

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