Systems Developer

Cambridge Judge Business School (CJBS) is experiencing dynamic growth, expanding our staff, student body, and educational programmes. Our vibrant and diverse community includes approximately 1,400 IT users, ranging from teaching and research staff to administrative personnel, students, visiting academics, and Executive Education participants.

Our IT infrastructure is extensive and varied, featuring over 800 managed PCs and laptops, a fleet of multi-function printers, five fully digital lecture theatres, and 30 digital seminar/meeting rooms. Our community and numerous external VIPs and visitors utilise these facilities daily, both during and outside of the University's term time. We operate a hybrid infrastructure with the Microsoft technology stack and are continually developing and maintaining custom business applications tailored for Cambridge Judge.

About the role

As a Systems Developer, you will be at the forefront of creating custom software applications and supporting existing development projects. You will bring your expertise in current software development tools and techniques, including client and server-side development, multi-threaded code, RESTful APIs, and user interface design. Familiarity with database development is essential. Collaborating with our team, you will design and build scalable, resilient solutions where quality assurance, design standards, and reliability are paramount. This role encompasses the full software lifecycle, from initial design to development, testing, and deployment.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proficient in database development and version control systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical staff.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to think analytically and creatively.
• Adaptable to a fast-changing environment and eager to learn new skills.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of agile teams.
• Previous experience in the Higher Education sector is a plus.

This role is based in the heart of Cambridge and offers a flexible working arrangement, combining remote work with a regular office presence.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact hrsupport@jbs.cam.ac.uk.

Please quote reference NS45043 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Closing date: 02 March 2025

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