Job Description - University of Roehampton

Job Description
Job title:
Analyst Programmer
Reports to: Technical Solutions Architect (Development Manager)
Department: Business Analysis Team – Library, Technology & Media Services
Grade:
RU07
Main purpose of the job:
You will work as part of a small, highly motivated software development team incorporated into
the Business Analysis Team. Reporting to the Technical Solution Architect and working closely
with the Business Analysts you will contribute to all aspects of the design and implementation of
new applications alongside the enhancement and support of existing solutions. You will be
responsible for providing technical expertise and analysis throughout the entire software
development cycle.
Main duties and responsibilities:
 To assist in the support and enhancement of existing business applications and
associated integration components.
 To participate in the development of new solutions, from requirement gathering through
to delivery, providing technical support and analysis throughout.
 To work closely with the Business Analysts in delivering solution documentation
appropriate for each level of the project lifecycle.
 To provide excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills when resolving issues in
conjunction with the Business Analysis and Infrastructure teams.
 To communicate technical material effectively to audiences of variable technical
proficiency both verbally and in writing.
 Through developing a comprehension of the University’s business systems and
processes, to support the creation of solution specifications and deliverables.
 To contribute to the development of a set of standards, procedures and documentation
relating to the work of the Business Analyst Team.
 In conjunction with the other members of the Business Analysis Team, contribute from a
base of professional expertise to the continuing review and development of the
University's Business Systems.
Organisation chart:
Head of Business
Analysis Team
Development
Manager/Technical
Solutions Architect
Senior Business
Analyst
Senior Business
Analyst
Students System and
Data Analyst
Vacant
Business Analyst
Analyst Programmer
Business Analyst
Analyst Programmer
Technical support/training
Analyst Programmer
Vacant
Business Analyst
Vacant
Junior System
Analyst
Person Specification
The Person Specification focuses on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications
required to undertake the role effectively. Please ensure that your application demonstrates how
you meet the essential criteria. You will be assessed by your completed application form (A), at
interview (I) and in some instances through an exercise (E).
Requirements
Essential
Measured
by:
Education and
Qualifications
Educated to degree level or equivalent
OR
Extensive related experience supported by
relevant industry specific qualifications
In depth knowledge of Microsoft SQL from a developers
perspective, including:
A
Knowledge and skills
-
A&I
Database design
Optimisation
Queries and ETL processes
Reporting
Experience of developing with:
Work experience
-
C#
.Net Framework
ASP.NET MVC
JavaScript
REST/SOAP Web Services
-
Experience of Microsoft development tools and
environments.
Experience of contributing throughout the software
development lifecycle within project based scenarios.
Experience of delivering high quality technical
solutions relevant to multiple stakeholders within
project timescales.
-
Managerial skills (all
managers)
Communication skills
Other requirements
Desirable
A&I
No line management responsibilities.
-
Interpersonal skills necessary to sustain effective
working relationships with colleagues across the
university, suppliers and external bodies to ensure an
effective technical approach to business issues and
developments.
- Able to communicate technical concepts to nontechnical people.
- Highly delivery focused with a genuine enthusiasm
and interest in providing best-fit technical solutions in
a timely manner.
Experience with SharePoint (2007 onwards)
A&I
A&I
A
Additional Information
 Salary range: £33,834 - £36,642 p.a. The appointment is usually made at the bottom of the
range
 The appointment is offered on a permanent basis, subject to satisfactory references.
 The annual leave entitlement is 30 days p.a., additionally there are 3 – 4 days when the
university closes for Christmas
 Your normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week, plus a lunch break of one hour each
day.
Job description prepared by: Marina Lim and Paul Hunter
Date: April 2015