Database Development Manager

The Database Development Team Manager has a key role in leading the Database Development team to maintain and enhance the University's core systems, which support key functions such as Admissions, Student Management, Finance, HR, and Research Systems.

You should be educated to degree level or have considerable equivalent experience. You should have experience managing, mentoring and supporting a development team, as well as third-party suppliers and contractors.

You should have a strong software development background and extensive experience in Oracle database development, including familiarity with the full development lifecycle, as well as development and architectural approaches.

Experience of working with project methodologies including PRINCE2 and agile methodologies, ideally Scrum, is crucial. You should also be skilled in planning and workload management.

You should possess good analytical skills and the ability to confidently interact with a broad range of people. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are required alongside strong organisational skills.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 7 salary scale (£46,735 - £55,755 per annum).

Informal enquiries should be made to James McIntosh, Application Development Manager, e-mail:  james.mcintosh@abdn.ac.uk

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK.  This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route under the UKVI immigration rules but is dependent on factors specific to the candidate and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.

Information on other visa options is available at www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

Please do not hesitate to contact Patrycja Bromm, HR Adviser (e-mail: patrycja.bromm@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.

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Job Reference Number: ITS291A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 2^nd April 2025

The Directorate of Digital & Information Services embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring.  Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

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