Senior Systems Developer

Your new companyThis college is based in the Blackpool area and has an excellent reputation not just in the North West, but across the UK for the high standard of education they provide to students in the Fylde area. The college has a technology team of over 25, and the IT Director has recently approached Hays looking to add a Senior Systems Developer to their well-established team. The Systems Developer will become an integral part of the team, being welcomed by the team and fully supported throughout your new role at the college. Your new roleReporting to the Business Systems Development Team Lead, you will be joining a team of 6 where you will be responsible for supporting, maintaining and developing core applications, as well as system interfaces, integrations and APIS. Please note for this role, the team are not looking for a web developer, but for a professional who has experience with Microsoft SQL and experience in troubleshooting various technologies and applications, therefore also allowing you to further develop your knowledge of different technologies and systems. On a daily basis, you will be providing timely, efficient and proactive troubleshooting, diagnostics and resolution of incidents relating to all systems utilised across the college. This will therefore require support with enhancements, integrations and interfaces between existing systems, as well as being heavily involved in the development of new systems and digital processes. In addition, you will also be required to produce documentation which relates to all business systems and therefore also work collaboratively with the wider technology team and senior stakeholders. What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in securing this position, you must have significant systems development experience, with experience working with Microsoft SQL and REST APIs as essential, however with experience in other systems such as Dynamics, PowerBI, PowerApps, SSIS and Powershell are beneficial. You will have a passion for working with systems and technologies, with a proactive approach to troubleshooting and a keen interest in working with a wider IT/Technology team. What you'll get in returnIn return, you will be paid a competitive salary of between £33,000 and £40,500 as well as receive an attractive benefits package. This benefits package includes 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, a local government pension scheme, free parking, access to a car and cycle to work scheme and various additional benefits. You will also become an integral part of this forward-thinking and dynamic team where you will have the opportunity for further growth and development, which will also include future salary reviews. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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