Software Developer

University of South Wales (USW) - CAPSE; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave

Flexible working

Parental Leave

Childcare facilities

Sport facilities

Excellent pension

Job summary

University of South Wales invites applications for a highly motivated Software Developer within IT Services. You will join the Software Development team and contribute to design, development and maintenance of high-quality software solutions supporting strategic goals.

The role offers a starting salary around £34,610 per annum with 35 days leave, flexible working and a strong benefits package. Applicants may submit in Welsh or English; Welsh applications receive equal consideration.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development and maintenance of high-quality software solutions.
• Deliver scalable, reliable, and innovative applications and integrations to support evolving business needs.

Job description

Salary Starting salary £34,610.00 per annum

We welcome applications in Welsh or English. Applications made in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those made in English.

The University of South Wales is a vibrant and exciting place to work which offers a range of benefits including 35 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), Flexible working, Parental Leave, Childcare facilities, Sport facilities and an excellent pension.

A key enabler for the University’s 2030 strategy is operational transformation that states we will:

• Support and take pride in our focused, talented, and ambitious staff.
• Maintain an inclusive workforce, champion diversity, foster collaboration, and well-being.
• Provide flexible, digitally enhanced environments to encourage innovative teaching, research & collaborative work practices.
• Embrace effective and efficient service delivery to support long-term sustainability.
• Grow and diversify our income to generate surpluses for re-investment in our core purpose.

The University’s IT (Information Technology) Services support delivery of this strategy by providing high quality technology, solutions, and services to support the web presence, corporate, learning and teaching, and research operations of the University and we have a proven record in responding to customer needs using innovative and evolving technologies.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Software Developer to join our Software Development team within IT Services. This is a key role in driving forward transformational initiatives across the University, as we embark on several major projects. You will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of high-quality software solutions that support strategic goals. You will deliver scalable, reliable, and innovative applications and integrations that meet evolving business needs.

For an informal conversation about this post please contact Daniel Taylor, Software Development Manager - [e-mail]

If you are a successful candidate and this position will be your first professional services role at the University (or you are currently employed by PSS Ltd), you will be employed by Professional and Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of South Wales, which provides services to the University and Colleges.

Discover the advantages of working with us at USW: https://tinyurl.com/PSSatUSW

USW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All those working at the University are expected to share this commitment.

We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment. Where colleagues can be themselves and every person is treated with dignity, fairness and respect. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and communities, especially with regards age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race and religion and/or belief. We benchmark our success through equality accreditations with Athena Swan, Race Equality Charter, Stonewall and Disability Confident.

If you’re a Welsh learner or a Welsh speaker, we’d be delighted to receive your application. At USW, you’ll have access to Welsh courses to enable you to develop your Welsh skills further, to provide a bilingual service to our students, colleagues and the public.

We welcome applications in Welsh and English. Applications in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those made in English.