Senior Software Developer - Front End (Fixed Term)

Cambridge Judge Business School (CJBS) is seeking a talented Senior Software Developer to join our small, dynamic development team. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing and developing a cutting-edge digital platform from the ground up, addressing the evolving needs of our staff, students, and executive education participants.

At CJBS, you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to innovation in digital learning. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

The role:

• Design and develop fluid, elegant user interfaces that are scalable, reliable, and compatible across all devices and operating systems.
• Leverage your expertise in cross-platform development to deliver a seamless experience on mobile, desktop, and web platforms.
• Collaborate with the team to create a robust digital platform that enhances teaching and learning experiences.
• Engage in dynamic, project-based activities and work closely with other IT functions to plan, manage, and prioritise development tasks.
• Attend project meetings regularly, provide accurate planning estimates, and report on progress.
• Work closely with existing IT teams, the Director of Digital Learning, and the Director of IT for guidance and support.

The ideal candidate:

The ideal candidate will possess full-stack expertise, including C#, .NET, MVC and microservices architecture with advanced skills in modern front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, Bootstrap, or Tailwind CSS. You should have a proven track record of integrating cloud services (particularly Azure) and enterprise platforms like Dynamics 365.

Key requirements include:

• Experience with DevOps practices, particularly version control systems such as Azure DevOps and Git, and the implementation and management of CI/CD pipelines.
• Expertise in programming languages relevant to web and cloud based applications, with strong problem solving and debugging abilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a dedication to quality assurance.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well documented code.
• A degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Willingness to occasionally work outside standard hours as required by project needs.

Desirable skills:

• Experience developing for cross platform environments such as .NET MAUI, Flutter, QT, Uno Platform, or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with cloud authentication methods (including SAML, OpenID, and OAuth).
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and data integration techniques.
• Professional certifications in software development or cloud technologies (e.g., Microsoft Azure) are highly valued.

We anticipate that interviews will be held on w/c 04 August 2025 consisting of both a panel interview and a practical assessment. This role is initially offered on a two-year fixed-term basis.

The advertised salary range reflects the full progression within the grade. Your starting salary will be determined based on how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above.

Applicants are required to provide details of two referees. Typically, referees will not be contacted until an offer has been made. In exceptional circumstances, we may need to contact your referees at an earlier stage of the recruitment process; however, this will only be done with your prior consent.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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