Software Developer (Contract) – Higher Education Projects (UK)

Burman Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for Software Developers to support universities and colleges across the UK as they modernise their digital environments. The role involves contributing to the design and maintenance of software solutions that support educational institutions. Applicants should have a background in web development, application support, or software engineering, with preference for experience in higher education. Right to work in the UK is required; sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Background in web development, application support, systems integration, or broader software engineering.
• Experience in higher or further education is strongly preferred but not essential.
• Right to work in the UK; sponsorship cannot be offered.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of software solutions that support university digital environments.
• Work on projects that directly impact students, staff, and the wider education community.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software systems.

Skills

Web development

Application support

Systems integration

Software engineering

Job description

A recruitment agency is looking for Software Developers to support universities and colleges across the UK as they modernise their digital environments. The role involves contributing to the design and maintenance of software solutions that support educational institutions. Applicants should have a background in web development, application support, or software engineering, with preference for experience in higher education. Right to work in the UK is required; sponsorship is not available.