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# Senior Analyst/Developer

- **Company:** University of Strathclyde
- **Location:** Glasgow, United Kingdom
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £47,389 - £58,225
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Application Integration Architecture, Business Systems, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Data as a Services, Data Migration, Identity and Access Management, JSON, OAuth, Systems Development Life Cycle, Standard Sql, Data Streaming, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Virtual Learning Environments, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, Integration Frameworks, Web Technologies, Restful APIs, Legacy Systems
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=98348f56d682c031

## About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Applications Developer with a proven track record in leading full lifecycle systems development, with skillsets in the following areas:

 * Experience delivering large-scale IT transformations, ideally within Higher Education or the public sector
 * Experience managing development teams, technical deliverables and quality standards for major IT projects
 * Strong understanding of complex system landscapes, data flows and integrations across multiple platforms
 * Experience of full-stack development using modern web technologies
 * Strong experience of enterprise systems development, including Java and SQL
 * Expertise in REST API development and system integration using JSON or XML
 * Experience of securing applications and APIs, for example using MS Entra and OAuth 2.0

## Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Applications Analyst/Developer to play a leading role in the technical delivery of this transformation. The postholder will lead the development, configuration and integration workstream, acting as a senior technical specialist within the project, and working closely with the Project Manager., As an experienced Analyst/Developer, you will have a proven track record in system configuration, integration, data migration and implementation across both in-house and third-party solutions. Experience of working with cloud-based SaaS platforms, identity and access management, and modern authentication approaches will be highly beneficial.

The successful candidate will lead the technical design and development of integrations between the new timetabling platform and core University systems, including Student Records, HR, Estates, the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and other key services. You will play a critical role in defining integration architecture, ensuring data quality, and supporting the transition from legacy systems to the new platform.

You will work closely with internal teams, including the Integration Hub and Business Systems teams, as well as external suppliers, to deliver a robust and scalable solution.
The Role:

 * Lead the technical design, development and delivery of integrations for the new timetabling platform
 * Manage the development workstream, including internal and supplier resources
 * Oversee system configuration, data migration and transition from legacy timetabling systems
 * Set and maintain development standards, ensuring high quality technical deliverables
 * Work in partnership with the Integration Hub team to deliver secure, scalable APIs and data services
 * Act as a senior technical lead within a cross-disciplinary project team
 * Provide expert advice on system architecture, data flows and integration design
 * Ensure compliance with cyber security, data protection, accessibility and regulatory requirements