Academic Systems Development Analyst

Northampton Ukulele Group; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Northampton seeks an Academic Systems Development Analyst to configure, develop and operate systems used for teaching, student administration, attendance and CRM. You will support incidents, upgrades, testing and documentation across on-prem and cloud environments.

Working with Academic Registry, faculties and IT colleagues, you will deliver work packages, develop new functionality and ensure a resilient service with Smarter Working flexibility and remote arrangement to be

Qualifications

• Degree-level education or relevant IT experience demonstrating competence in similar IT roles.
• Strong SQL capability and experience supporting enterprise-class academic business systems.
• Experience installing, configuring and developing integrated solutions across on-premises and cloud environments using scripting.
• Understanding of APIs, database links, XML, XSL, JSON and CSV.
• Experience with Boomi, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, data migration, HTML/CSS/JavaScript, Power BI or Power Automate is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Configure, develop and ensure reliable operation of academic systems for teaching and student administration.
• Provide technical and project support, test changes and transition developments into BAU.
• Lead upgrades, patches and improvements and manage incidents and service requests.
• Produce system documentation, knowledge articles, performance monitoring and change control.

Skills

SQL capability

Enterprise systems support

Scripting (PowerShell/Python/Perl)

APIs/XML/JSON/CSV knowledge

Power BI/Power Automate

Education

Degree-level education

Tools

Boomi

Microsoft Dynamics CRM

Power BI

Power Automate

Job description

About the Job

Interview Date: W/C 30 November 2026

The Academic Systems Development Analyst will support the configuration, development and reliable operation of systems used for teaching and student administration, including attendance and engagement, VLE integrations, research and student futures platforms, and CRM. The role provides technical and project support, develops new functionality, manages incidents and service requests, and leads upgrades, patches and improvements.

The postholder will work with Academic Registry, faculties, professional services and IT colleagues to deliver work packages, test changes and transition developments into business-as-usual support. Responsibilities also include system documentation, knowledge articles, performance monitoring, change control, information security, disaster recovery and business continuity.

This is a full-time, permanent role working 37 hours per week.

We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working, you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like, which can support greater freedom and autonomy.

Remote working arrangement: To be agreed in line with the University's Smarter Working framework and service requirements.

About You

You will have strong SQL capability and experience supporting enterprise-class academic business systems, together with practical knowledge of Oracle or SQL Server. You will be confident installing, configuring and developing integrated solutions across on-premises and cloud environments, using scripting such as PowerShell, Python or Perl. You will understand integration platform methods including APIs, database links, XML, XSL, JSON and CSV.

You will be customer focused, organised and able to manage incidents, projects and day-to-day priorities to deadlines. Clear communication, collaborative working, initiative and the ability to adapt to organisational and technological change are essential. Experience of Boomi, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, data migration, HTML / CSS / JavaScript, higher-education processes, Power BI or Power Automate would be advantageous.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree-level education, or relevant experience demonstrating competence and progression in similar IT roles.

Desirable

• Oracle PL/SQL Developer Certified Associate
• Microsoft database/networking certification or equivalent
• ITIL Foundation
• PRINCE2 Foundation

Department

The role sits within IT Services and supports the University's academic systems portfolio. The team works with Academic Registry, academic faculties and professional services to ensure that systems and integrations supporting teaching, student administration and engagement are secure, reliable and responsive to institutional needs. The service manages development, technical support, upgrades, service transition, application performance and continuous improvement, working to service management, change control and information security standards. The post contributes to a collaborative, customer-focused Application Services function and helps maintain effective data, process and system integration across the University.

About Us

At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff.

Our People

Our staff are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes wellbeing, and supports personal and professional growth. By developing a first-rate People Strategy, we aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and ensure that every colleague feels empowered to achieve their best.

Our Values

• Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
• Sustainability: We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
• Aspiration: We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
• Trust: We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.

Together, we are creating a future where our community, our work, and our impact truly make a difference.

Right to Work

All candidates will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK during the interview process. The University is open to considering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided that the eligibility criteria of the points-based immigration system are met.

Equality

We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical, and sustainable environment that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment ensures an inclusive atmosphere for staff, students, and the public. We manage equality and diversity through key committees and formal policies, extending our responsibility to subsidiary companies and partnerships.

Together @ UON

Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion

Together @ UON affirms our dedication to creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equality. We aim to foster a space where all can thrive, aligning with our mission to transform lives and inspire change.

Commitments Include:

1. Creating an Inclusive Environment: Adopting a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination and ensuring all activities are inclusive.
2. Supporting Students and Staff: Strengthening mental health support, enhancing disability confidence, and ensuring academic and professional support.
3. Tackling Inequalities: Involving students in recruitment, integrating forums for equality data analysis, and supporting networks for protected characteristics.

UON’s Major Commitments:

• Disability Confident
• Standalone Pledge
• IHRA Working Definition

For more details, visit: Equality and Diversity at UON