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Job Number
SU00268
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Salary
£38,205 to £44,263 per annum
Faculty/Directorate
Digital Services
Location
Singleton Campus, Swansea
Closing Date
19 May 2024
Interview Date
28 May 2024
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About The University

Swansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life.

Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work-life balance.

About The Role

Swansea University is seeking a Senior Solution Developer for SITS to join our innovative Digital Services team, within the Information Systems and Services (ISS) Department. This role is central to enhancing our digital functionalities across the university.
As a Senior Solution Developer, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our digital landscape, ensuring that our technologies and services not only meet current academic and operational needs.


You will be involved in the development and management of our SITS and e:Vision platforms. Your expertise will guide the project, ensuring that all digital solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned with the university's high standards. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop and manage cutting-edge digital solutions on the SITS platform to support university operations.
  • Work closely with stakeholders to ensure developed solutions meet the University's needs.
  • Provide leadership and technical guidance within the project team.
  • Design, develop, and support both cloud-hosted and on-premise solutions.
  • Adhere to best practices to ensure quality, security, and performance of solutions.

We are specifically looking for candidates who possess substantial experience with Tribal SITS and e:Vision systems. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of developing and managing digital solutions within these platforms, demonstrating an ability to navigate their complexities and leverage their capabilities to meet project objectives.

 

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.

As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.

We have an under-representation of women and would particularly welcome applications from women for this position. We also have an under representation of individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds and would encourage applications from these groups. Appointments will always be made on merit.

Welsh Language Skills

The Welsh language level required for this role is Level 1 - A little. The role holder will be able to pronounce Welsh words, answer the phone in Welsh (good morning/afternoon) and use very basic everyday words and phrases (thank you, please etc.). Level 1 can be reached by completing a 1 hour course.

The University is a proud bilingual institution, our Welsh Language Strategy outlines our aspiration to promote the language and enable our staff to engage with the language as an additional workplace skill and as a gateway to new cultural and social opportunities. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. Welsh speakers have the right to an interview in Welsh. Applicants for a role where Welsh skills are essential are expected to present their application in Welsh and will be interviewed in Welsh, if shortlisted.

Additional Information

Applications for this role will take the format of a CV submission and cover letter

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