Software Engineer

Digital

This new full–time post is available immediately on permanent basis.  

This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working – some time on campus and some from home. 

Summary of the role  

Digital technologies will transform both ‘what we do’ and ‘how we do it’ at the university, through our workplace design, the skills we develop, and the way we work and collaborate. Our digital transformation will have our people and their needs at its heart. 

As a Software Engineer, you will be a key part of the team delivering innovative digital solutions using modern technologies to enable our staff and students to achieve their goals.  

You will work as part of an agile team using modern technologies and frameworks to develop and support innovative solutions and solve problems. You will lead the development of automated testing capabilities around digital development, deployment and software testing in a DevOps environment. 

You 

The ideal candidate will be technically fluent in programming languages, web services or other appropriate technical skills. You will you have recent experience of managing automated build and deployment tools and proven experience of working in an Agile DevOps environment. You will have the ability to break down barriers and build lasting beneficial relationships. Having the ability to adapt and demonstrate determination and focus within your work is essential.  

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role by clicking on the attachment.  

The University of Exeter   

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 150 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022 and QS World University Ranking 2022). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2017.  

Our research income in recent years means we’re the fastest growing UK Research University with some of the world’s most influential scientists, and we seek to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today through this. 98% of our research is of international quality (2014 Research Excellence Framework). We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City    

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment  

With over 27,000 students and 6,400 staff from 180 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. Reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.  

Benefits   

We offer some fantastic benefits including:  

• 41 days leave per year
• options for flexible working
• numerous discounts at leading retailers 
• onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme  
• sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a new Fertility Treatment Policy  
• stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England   

 The University of Exeter is an equal opportunity employer. We are officially recognised as a Disability Confident employer and an Athena Swan accredited institution. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce.