User Interface Developer

Description

The UK Data Archive at the University of Essex is curator of the UK’s largest collection of digital data in the social sciences and humanities. It is also a partner in delivering the UK Data Service, an online portal for social science data, documentation and guidance. Both are vital resources for researchers, policymakers, teachers and students around the world.

The UK Data Archive is seeking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic person to join the Applications Development and Maintenance team within the Technical Services directorate. This includes being part of a small team responsible for the design, development, quality assurance and maintenance of all aspects of the User Interfaces pertaining to the Archive’s product portfolio. The software production environment is predominantly Microsoft based, using Visual Studio, C# .Net, Web API and SQL Server technologies.

This opportunity would suit an established IT systems professional looking to broaden and consolidate their User Interface development skills in an environment which encourages continuous personal development. You should have a first degree (or equivalent qualification) in a computing related discipline, or relevant professional qualifications, together with experience of User Interface development and have a good working knowledge of HTML, CCS and Javascript.

This is a full time, fixed-term contract for two years. The UK Data Archive is ISO 27001, certified for Information Security Management. This post involves access to Government systems, information or data and will be subject to the staff vetting process. Further information can found in the Recruitment Pack.

We particularly welcome applications from minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented at this level.