Digital Developer and Designer (Platform)

United States Digital Space LLC; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 36,508 - 40,958; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing initiatives and employeeNets

Tax‑free childcare

Season ticket loan

Job summary

The Digital Developer and Designer (Platform) role at the council is a permanent, hybrid position based in Slough. You will contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of online services, focusing on the Jadu CMS and its integrations.

You will ensure web platforms remain accessible, reliable, and easy to use for residents and partners. Work with digital and IT teams to implement APIs, SSO, and third‑party integrations to support digital transformation and efficient services.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain user‑focused digital platforms (CMS and integrations).
• Ensure accessibility, reliability and usability of councils’ websites and platforms.
• Collaborate with digital and IT teams to implement APIs, SSO and third‑party integrations.

Job description

• Directorate: Digital Developer and Designer (Platform)
• Pay Level: 6, £36,508 - £40,958 (inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: 37 hours per week
• Location: Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
• DBS requirement: Standard

What you'll be doing:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Digital Developer and Designer (Platform)

You will play a key role in the continued development and enhancement of our online services. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the council’s digital transformation agenda by designing, developing, and maintaining user-focused digital platforms, particularly our Jadu Content Management System (CMS) and its associated integrations.

In this role, you will ensure our website and digital platforms remain accessible, reliable, and easy to use, supporting the delivery of high-quality services for residents, businesses, and partners. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the digital and IT teams, as well as service areas across the council, to deliver improvements, streamline workflows, and implement innovative technical solutions such as APIs, Single Sign-On (SSO), and third‑party system integrations.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping shape a seamless and inclusive digital experience for our communities, supporting the council’s commitment to efficiency, accessibility, and continuous improvement.

What we offer

We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever, and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive.

We understand that everyone has different needs and circumstances. That's why we’re committed to offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements that help you achieve the best work‑life balance and accommodate different working patterns. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and foster a workforce where people are valued and represent the local communities we serve.

Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months’ service in the post, until the maximum spinal column point of the level has been reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your director.

• 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years' service and 33 days after 5 years' service.
• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• Ability to engage with wellbeing initiatives and the opportunity to be a member of our various employee networks.
• Tax‑free childcare and childcare services
• Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to and from work.

Right to Work and Checks

All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks.