Software Developer

University of Sheffield; Rotherham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Sheffield AMRC Digital is seeking a Software Engineer (Grade 6) to contribute to the build, test, and continuous delivery of responsive web applications using React, Next.js, Azure, and Databricks. You will work with senior developers to implement secure APIs, manage databases, and integrate AI services into workflows via modern Azure DevOps pipelines.

We offer flexible working opportunities and value diversity across teams; candidate growth is encouraged in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Solid foundational web engineering skills.
• Experience building modern, cloud-native web apps.
• Experience delivering secure APIs and authentication mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Build, test, and deliver responsive web applications.
• Collaborate with senior developers on APIs and data flows.
• Integrate AI services into workflows using Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Manage database operations across PostgresDB and MongoDB.

Job description

Job description

Are you a proactive developer looking to build modern, cloud-native web applications and gain hands-on experience with emerging AI integrations?

We are seeking a Software Engineer (Grade 6) to join our software team at AMRC Digital. In this role, you will contribute directly to the build, testing, and continuous delivery of responsive web applications, working with cutting-edge technologies like React, Next.js, Microsoft Azure, and Databricks.

You will work alongside senior developers to implement secure APIs (OpenAPI / Better Auth), manage database operations across PostgresDB and MongoDB, and integrate AI services (Claude / Gemini) into operational workflows via modern Azure DevOps pipelines.

If you bring solid foundational web engineering skills, a passion for clean code, and an eagerness to grow within a collaborative, innovative environment, we would love to hear from you!

We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities which benefit the individual and University.
We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.

£32,080 to £36,636. With potential to progress to £39,906 through sustained exceptional contribution.