An exciting opportunity has arisen at the University for an experienced Senior Application Specialist to join the Business Systems team.
Located within University Information Services (UIS), the Business Systems team is responsible for the maintenance and development of the University's critical ERP systems for handling administrative data across HR, Finance, Student, and Teaching & Learning.
Working on both operational support and project activities, you will assist with the development and maintenance of business systems integrations in support of strategic initiatives, whilst improving efficiency and reducing technical debt. You will demonstrate in-depth knowledge of systems integration approaches and associated technologies whilst providing a high level of support to our customers.
Your work will be varied and unique, and will involve working closely alongside other Application Specialists, Database Administrators, Functional Analysts, Testers, and our stakeholders in a constantly changing environment.
What you will be doing:
1. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to review requirements, develop specifications, and design effective solutions.
2. Be a technical subject matter expert in our (SaaS) business systems integrations, including knowledge transfer to/from others inside and outside the team.
3. Take responsibility for the implementation, development, and support of our integrations in operational and project settings.
4. Review and migrate code, including the analysis of both application and integration platform patches and upgrades in relation to their impact on integrations.
5. Work effectively with internal and external stakeholders through all stages of the software development lifecycle.
6. Contribute to our strategic aims of improving efficiency and reducing technical debt.
7. Monitor performance and other operational aspects of the integrations, working with relevant stakeholders to resolve any issues or suggest enhancements.
8. Collaborate with the relevant systems helpdesks, investigate any incidents that are reported, resolve, and advise users where appropriate.
What you will bring:
1. Knowledge of, and proficiency in Microsoft Azure Integration Services (e.g. API Management, Data Factory, Logic/Function Apps, Synapse, Entra).
2. Knowledge of, and proficiency in Azure DevOps functionality (or equivalent).
3. Knowledge of, and experience in relational & NoSQL database design, MS SQL, system design, performance tuning, and integration.
4. Ability to learn new skills independently and proactively, constantly striving to raise technical excellence.
5. Understanding of system and software specifications and the ability to choose appropriate designs to meet requirements.
6. Ability to produce simple, reusable architectures from complex problems.
7. Skill in debugging complex problems effectively, including in new unexplored applications.
8. Drive and commitment to see activities through to completion, meeting deadlines and matching pace to the urgency of the situation.
9. Knowledge of how to approach data and system security.
10. Experience of providing 2nd/3rd line support as part of an operational support team.
11. Experience of coordinating technical change in operational and project settings.
12. Strong planning and communication skills.
It would be great if you had knowledge of:
1. Oracle Fusion application integration functionality (e.g. API, BICC, HDL).
2. Oracle Fusion application environment management (e.g. refreshes).
3. Oracle Visual Builder application development.
4. Oracle Integration Cloud.
5. Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.
We particularly welcome applications from women and/or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our department/institution/Faculty/School/University.
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Please quote reference VC43916 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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