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Unfortunately, this vacancy has now closed. Other suitable opportunities may be available, please use the 'Search for jobs' page to see a list of our current vacancies.
Job profile
The University is dedicated to supporting an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment - to create better futures, together. The diverse backgrounds, characteristics and opinions within our community are our great strength and are key to our pursuit of delivering educational excellence, enterprise, research and professional services. We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and minoritized groups as they are currently under-represented within our community.
We recognise the value of a fulfilling and balanced work and personal life which promotes wellbeing. We seek to support colleagues in achieving this balance and have family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements and many roles can be suitable for dynamic working arrangement. This includes considering applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.
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Job details
Job title Software Engineer Job reference REQ240979 Date posted 28/10/2024 Application closing date 17/11/2024 Location Loughborough Package Management and Specialist grade 7 from £46485 to £55295 per annum. Subject to annual pay award. Job description
IT Services
Full Time, Open ended
Hybrid: Minimum 1 day in the office
Join us and be part of a vibrant community at Loughborough University.
Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:
We're looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join our Learning Technology Team. As a Software Engineer you will undertake and contribute to in-house software development, system documentation, user support, business analysis, and project administration tasks, related to the University’s suite of learning technology tools. You will also have experience of working in the Higher Education (HE) sector.
Our IT Services department is made up of a wide range of teams all responsible for their own specialism.
As a key member of our Learning Technology team, you’ll support our mission to improve the student experience at Loughborough University by:
* Developing and maintaining our open source virtual learning environment (VLE) based on Moodle
* Creating new learning technology tools to support academic and professional services colleagues in delivering a world class learning experience for our students
Key Requirements:
* You’ll have a track record of developing web applications, using PHP and MySQL or complementary technologies.
* You’ll bring your expertise in agile software development, preferably as part of a team using a product management approach.
* Ability to work to tight deadlines and on multiple projects simultaneously.
* Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Have a degree in a related subject or equivalent experience.
Why should you apply?
With huge amount of variety in the role, there is an opportunity for you to develop and continually grow.
If this role sounds of interest, we’d love to hear from you.
Informal enquiries should be directed to Rich Goodman, Learning Technology Team Manager, via email to R.Goodman@lboro.ac.uk or by telephone to 01509 226047.
For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Loughborough University is committed to allowing its employees to work dynamically with a combination of working on campus and remotely, where possible.
Closing Date: 17/11/2024
Interview Date: 09/12/2024
Our Benefits
* Generous annual leave allowance - up to 44 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays & University closure days).
* Competitive pension schemes.
* A range of childcare support initiatives and benefits including childcare vouchers; on-site university nursery (with salary sacrifice scheme); and holiday play schemes.
* We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies.
* BUPA Cash Plan (100 scheme).
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Season ticket loan scheme.
* On campus parking with charging points for electric vehicles.
* Fantastic range of sports facilities and preferential membership packages available.
* Fantastic CPD and inclusive resources for development.
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