Software Developer

We are looking to recruit an experienced software developer to join the Web Applications Development Team at the University of Aberdeen. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and supporting applications under the remit of the Web Applications Development Team.

You should be educated to degree level (or equivalent qualification) or have equivalent relevant experience.

School/Section

Digital & Information Services

Staff Category

Administrative

Duration of Post

Substantive

You will have experience working as a software developer, using back and front-end development technologies, including PHP, Vue (alternatively, React or Angular), and Sass to deliver bespoke software solutions.

You will be conversant with object-oriented principles and have exposure to popular PHP development frameworks, such as Laravel.

You will have experience designing, building, and documenting RESTful APIs, following industry standards.

You will have a solid understanding of best practices regarding security, accessibility, and usability in a software development context.

Experience working as part of a multi-disciplined team in an Agile environment is beneficial, as is experience using project tracking tools, such as Jira.

You will possess excellent analytical skills and have a high degree of attention to detail. You will be able to take initiative when needed and can collaborate with a broad range of both technical and non-technical users throughout the University.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 6,  £37,099 - £44,263 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Tracy Stasch-Goode, Web Applications Development Manager, e-mail:  [email protected] .

Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa.  At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Patrycja Bromm, HR Adviser (Graduate Trainee) (e-mail: [email protected]  ) for further information.

To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Job Reference Number:  ITS282A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 04 June 2024

The Directorate of Digital and 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.