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.NET Developer - Fastest Growing Social Media Firm - York (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 10.0, ASP.NET Core, C# 14, Azure DevOps, Agile, Blazor, JavaScript, React, Multithreading, RESTful, ML.NET, Azure AI, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer) Our client is on a quest to transform how people discover, view and share content by combining the beauty and ease of print with the power of social media. Their key management team comprises of former top performers from Google, Apple, MSFT, NetFlix, Yahoo, Facebook, BBC Worldwide and Sony. Having raised over £300 million from well respected investors they have recently opened new offices in the UK and are on the lookout for the very best .NET Developer. .NET Developer applicants should be experienced in: .NET, .NET Core, C# and Azure SQL. You should have a strong grasp of object orientated (OO) development principles. Our client can provide you with industry recognized training in: .NET 10.0, C# 14, Azure DevOps, Agile, Blazor, JavaScript, React, Multithreading, RESTful, ML.NET, Azure AI, Bootstrap and MongoDB. Our client has a flat organization, which means that they believe great ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. From the beginning they've been uncompromising in creating a culture that inspires great work and values the health and balanced lives of their staff. If you are as excited as they are about building the first social magazine and transforming the social media experience, then apply without delay! Location: York, Yorkshire, UK / Remote Working Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Applicants must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK even though remote working is available. Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC NC/NET/YORET

Simpson Associates transforms raw data into actionable insights that drive positive change. Our Microsoft data expertise, our specialist sector knowledge, plus our innovative and trusted advice and guidance are just some of the reasons clients choose to work with us. Our mission is to help purpose-led organisations from within the public and private sectors to harness data as a lever for change and enable them to realise business value more quickly. We provide the full range of services to support organisations on their data transformation journey. From advisory support and data strategy, to developing Data & AI solutions, right through to providing a range of managed services. We are a Microsoft Solutions Partner, holding Specialisations in AI Platform on Microsoft Azure, Analytics on Microsoft Azure, Data Warehouse Migration to Microsoft Azure and Migrate Enterprise Applications to Microsoft Azure, as well as holding Solutions Partner designations in Data & AI (Azure); Digital & App Innovation (Azure); Infrastructure (Azure) and Security. But it's not just about the badges. We are proud to be recognised as the winner of the 2024 Microsoft Community Response Partner of the Year award, reflecting our dedication to using technology for positive change. We are also a Databricks partner, and an IBM Gold Partner, specialising in Cognos Analytics and Planning Analytics. With offices in York and Sheffield, and a team based throughout the UK – we champion creativity, innovation and collaboration in the workplace. The Role As a Level 2 Senior Data Consultant, you will act as a trusted advisor for key Managed Services clients, owning relationships and leading on complex incidents. You will mentor junior colleagues, provide technical leadership, and ensure proactive management of client environments. This role combines advanced technical expertise with strong leadership and communication skills to deliver seamless service and long-term value. Key Responsibilities • Act as primary contact and trusted advisor for key Managed Services clients., • Lead resolution of complex, multi-system and mission-critical issues., • Proactively manage support contracts, anticipating client peak periods, change governance and escalations. Work with Service Delivery Management to pro-actively work internally and with Client to provide world class Service., • Perform advanced monitoring, maintenance, and health checks; identify and manage risks within the managed service contracts., • Produce and maintain comprehensive documentation to support client-wide knowledge sharing., • Mentor and support Microsoft Consultants, developing their troubleshooting and communication skills. Acting as a technical escalation point as required., • Identify optimisation opportunities, upgrades, and best practice improvements within the Managed Services client., • Work closely with Consulting and Delivery teams to ensure smooth project handovers., • Support internal teams when needed and contribute to the knowledge base and process improvement., • Communicate clearly during major incidents, planned maintenance, or service changes., • Manage utilisation and provide accurate reporting on support, by maintaining your understanding of the key elements of client contracts as they relate to your responsibilities, and work with the client and internal teams to establish commercial cover for requests which fall outside of contractual entitlements. Skills and Attributes Required • Strong working expertise across: T-SQL, Azure SQL, Synapse Serverless DB, Data Factory/Synapse Pipelines, SSIS/SSAS/SSRS, Power BI, Databricks, Python, .NET, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Fabric., • Experience operating as part of a Service Integrator., • Skilled at managing solutions across hybrid on-prem and cloud environments., • Deep understanding of Data Warehousing principles, DR/HA concepts, patching and installation strategies., • Ability to foresee possible trouble points and define mitigation strategies., • Provides technical guidance to others and assists with capacity, scaling, and cost management. Professional Skills • Rapid absorption of complex technical and organisational information., • Ability to evaluate multiple solution paths and consider long-term impacts., • Strong leadership in troubleshooting situations., • Excellent interpersonal skills to build trust and credibility with clients., • Clear and confident communication, both written and verbal, across technical and non-technical audiences., • Empathy and patience when guiding junior colleagues and supporting clients under pressure., • Resilience and adaptability in high-stakes, fast-paced environments., • Collaborative mindset, fostering teamwork and knowledge sharing across departments., • Strategic thinking with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation., • ITIL4 Foundation., • Project management certification (Prince2, Agile, or equivalent) Advantageous Qualifications and Skills • Terraform, Bicep, Git, DevOps, Azure IaaS/PaaS., • Experience with automation and infrastructure-as-code practices., • Familiarity with modern DevOps pipelines and CI/CD approaches. Simpson Associates reserves the right to close the recruitment process at any time.

Salary: Up to 40,000 depending on experience, plus competitive packageWork hours: Office Hours Monday to Friday, Full Time ABOUT THE ROLE To be part of an exciting collaboration between Northumbria University and Identity Consult, we are looking for self-motivated and innovative Software Engineering Associate who is passionate about developing impactful digital solutions and working at the intersection of academia and industry. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in software engineering or design (preferably at postgraduate level) and bring strong software and database development skills, combined with the ability to manage their own work and deliver high-quality outcomes to deadlines. They will be curious, adaptable, and enthusiastic about technology, with an interest in applying their expertise to real-world challenges within an industry setting in this case the built environment. Experience with agile development, UX/UI design, data structures, and data visualisation would be highly beneficial, alongside an ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and communicate complex ideas through clear reports and publications. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who enjoy problem-solving, learning new tools and concepts quickly, and building productive relationships between academic researchers, industry partners, and wider stakeholders to deliver meaningful innovation. You will be delivering an ambitious innovation project to develop a sector-leading multi-modal platform that integrates proprietary carbon and cost data into a centralised, client-facing system. The project will demand enhanced expertise in software development, database architecture, carbon-cost modelling, and user design. Critical supporting capabilities include data governance, cybersecurity, and AI-driven analytics for managing proprietary datasets and extracting new value. You will be joining Identity Consult, an award winning, independent development and construction consultancy who deliver innovation to the built environment, working with them at their base in Quay West Business Village in Sunderland. You will lead a transformation project a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP). Based at Identity Consult, you will also work with an academic team from Northumbria University. The opportunities available to you: • Leading and delivering a challenging and strategic R&D project on decarbonisation of the Built Environmentthat directly impacts the business and their clients, • Support from an academic team with specialist knowledge and experience relevant to the project, • Potential to be retained in a permanent position within the company at the end of the project Start date: estimating August 2026 (to be agreed) Contract duration: 18 months Interview date: The interview will take place approximately 2-3 weeks after the application closing date ABOUT THE TEAM Please note that this job is located at the company premises inQuay West Business Village in Sunderland. Sunderland is a vibrant place to work and is currently undergoing an ambitious 2billion investment, development and urban regeneration programme. Riverside Sunderland's ten-year growth plan, adjacent to Quay West Business Village, is now well underway, aiming to boost the business, tourist and cultural economies, whilst helping to improve, reimagine and build attractive and sustainable homes and communities for generations to come. More information can be found here: Findout more about Identity Consult at the following link: Find out more about the School of Architecture and Built Environmentat Northumbria University at the following link: To arrange an informal phone conversation with one of the project team, please contact: Dr Kevin Muldoon-Smith: To apply for this vacancy please click 'Apply Now ', and submit a covering letter, CV including research /education statements, and publications list. ABOUT US Join Northumbria University, a research-intensive institution unlocking potential and changing lives locally and globally. Named Times Higher Education's___in 2022 and___in 2025, we rank top 25 in the UK for research power.Discover more___. With over 37,000 students from 140+ countries, we offer world-leading research, award-winning partnerships, and an outstanding student experience. We empower our exceptional staff, promoting a positive work-life balance and offering great benefits, including excellent pension schemes, flexible working, generous holiday entitlement and___. Our Northumbria Values, co-created by our team, define who we are: Academic Excellence, Innovation, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Ambition. Our Behavioursshape our work culture: We listen and learn, support one another, respect everyone, trust each other, and are bold. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne and London, we are an on-campus organisation and offer flexible hours and location where the role allows. We pride ourselves on diversity and inclusivity, holdingnumerousawards for gender and race equality, disability confidence, and research excellence.We also hold the HR Excellence in Research award for implementing the concordat supporting the career Development of Researchers and are members of the___initiative to deliver information and support to professional researchers. The University has implemented a range of flexible working arrangements, and we are happy to explore candidate requirements as part of the recruitment process. Apply now and join a community committed to transforming society and the economy.Explore "" page to learn more about our commitments and seeour___for further details

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). Digital Services is at the heart of delivering life-changing learning experiences that enrich society. We combine trusted design, data expertise, and cutting-edge technology to support lifelong learning. Our objectives are to: • Enhance the student and staff experience through simple, evidence-based solutions., • Deliver value iteratively, securely, and at speed. With our ethos of being open to people, places, methods, and ideas, we proudly support students in every setting imaginablefrom submarines to prisons, and everywhere in between. We take pride in enabling our academics to teach and our students to learn, no matter the circumstances. We are recruiting multiple Senior Engineers across different teams. These roles sit in teams delivering a range of businesscritical digital products, typically involving .NETbased systems hosted on Azure and operating in a modern DevOps environment. While the core expectations are consistent across all roles, the specific context will vary: most positions will work within product teams delivering and evolving userfacing services, while at least one role will operate in an integrationfocused context, where the Senior Engineer will work on the design, development, and support of APIbased services using C# and a modern Azurebased technology stack, enabling secure access to institutional data for consumption by other systems across the University. Candidates are not expected to have experience across all contexts, and rolespecific focus and technologies will be discussed during the recruitment process. As aSenior Engineer at The Open University, you will lead the design, development, and delivery of innovative software solutions that drive our organization forward. Collaborating with product managers, designers, and other engineers, you will create scalable systems that meet user needs and support our growth. Youll be responsible for driving technical excellence, making key architectural decisions, and ensuring best practices across all projects. Leveraging your extensive experience, you will mentor junior engineers, provide technical leadership, and solve complex problems to build secure, efficient, and high-performing systems. Were looking for a proactive and passionate engineer who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to continuous improvement. If youre excited about exploring emerging technologies and making a significant impact, this is your opportunity to advance your career and contribute to meaningful projects. Join our agile engineering team and help shape the integration of cutting-edge solutions across a diverse technology stack, including both on-premises and cloud platforms like AWS and Microsoft Azure. We embrace DevOps practices, supporting seamless development pipelines and deployments as part of our commitment to innovation and professional growth. The role may be applied across teams operating in different technical contexts, delivery models, and technology stacks, with emphasis varying according to team and service needs. At The Open University, we never stand still. Be part of our journey to push the boundaries of technology and make a real difference. • Lead Software Development Projects : Guide the design, development, and implementation of software solutions, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and aligned with The Open University objectives. Provide technical leadership and mentorship, and may include line management, to junior team members., • Architect and Design Systems : Develop and refine system architectures and software designs that meet requirements and technical specifications. Ensure that all designs are maintainable, secure, and optimized for performance, and systems are designed to be observable, supportable, and resilient in live operation, with appropriate monitoring, alerting, and operational documentation in place., • Drive Technical Excellence : Champion best practices in software development, including coding standards, TDD and automated testing approaches (e.g. unit and integration),, and version control, to ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable and maintainable software products., • Oversee System Integration : Manage the integration of multiple software components, ensuring seamless interaction and functionality across the system., • Data Management and Analysis : Lead efforts in data modelling, database design, and business intelligence to support data-driven decision making and improve system performance., • Enhance User Experience : Collaborate with UX designers to ensure that user experience is a key consideration in the development process. Translate user needs into functional software features that deliver value., • Monitor and Assess Emerging Technologies : Stay informed about new and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential to enhance current and future projects., • Implement Security and Compliance Standards : Ensure that software solutions comply with security standards and industry regulations. Implement best practices to protect data and maintain system integrity., • Quality Assurance and Testing : Oversee comprehensive testing strategies, including functional, non-functional, and security testing, to ensure software reliability and performance., • Support Operational Excellence : Contribute to the stability and performance of software applications by supporting incident and problem management, utilising observability data, as part of a buildrunown approach, including out-of-hours as required, as well as service level and capacity planning., • Conduct Services, Products and Requirements Analysis : Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs, define technical requirements, and assess the feasibility of proposed solutions. Document and manage requirements to ensure alignment with project goals., • Resource and Supplier Management : Assist in managing resource allocation and collaborate with external vendors to ensure project needs are met effectively and efficiently. Key Skills and Experience: • Proven Software Engineering Expertise : Extensive experience in software development (coding, test writing and debugging), reviewing other peoples work, with a deep understanding of programming, system design, and testing practices., • Strong System and Software Design Skills : Ability to design scalable and efficient systems, ensuring architectural integrity and alignment with The Open University objectives, with experience contributing to systems built using modern architectural patterns such as microservices, APIfirst design, and cloudnative platforms., • Advanced Data Management : Skilled in data modelling, database design, and implementing business intelligence solutions to support analytics and decision-making., • User-Centric Development : Experience in integrating user experience design principles into the software development process to create intuitive and effective user interfaces., • Emerging Technology Enthusiast : Passion for exploring and integrating new technologies to enhance software solutions and business capabilities., • Security and Compliance Focus : Knowledgeable in implementing security protocols and ensuring compliance with industry standards to protect systems and data., • Quality Assurance Leader : Strong focus on quality, with experience in leading comprehensive testing strategies to ensure the reliability and performance of software products., • Effective Analysis and Requirement Management : Proven ability to translate user needs into technical requirements and assess the feasibility of proposed solutions., • Operational and Resource Management : Experience in managing resources, supporting application operations, and working with external suppliers to meet project demands., • Leadership and Mentorship : You lead by example, providing guidance and support to team members, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment., • Analytical and Strategic Thinking : You are capable of understanding complex business challenges and developing strategic technical solutions to address them., • Proactive and Innovative : You actively seek out opportunities for improvement and are eager to integrate new technologies and methodologies into your work., • Attention to Detail : You ensure accuracy and quality in all aspects of your work, from coding and testing to documentation and analysis., • Effective Communicator : You are able to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding and alignment. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where the successful candidate can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office it is expected that some attendance in the office will be required when necessary and in response to business needs. Wed anticipate this to be on average once per month. We anticipate that interviews for this role will be taking place online via Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 8 or 15 June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications have been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following documents: • CV

* * LOCATION: Milton Keynes with occasional travel HYBRID WORKING: Our current hybrid working policy requires a minimum of 60% of working time to be based in the Milton Keynes office however flexibility is expected to meet the needs of the business and the role. CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent opportunity CLOSING DATE: 22/5/26 We reserve the right to close the advert earlier If we receive a high volume of applications. Were looking for a highly experienced and inspirational commercial leader with a significant sales based background within a Captive Automotive Financial Services organisation and/or OEM. You'll report into our CEO and will drive our business forward through our teams in Sales, Sales Compliance and Development and, through strong, productive relationships across Volkswagen Group, our dealer network and brands. In this pivotal and influential position you will use your extensive commercial leadership skills to develop and deliver the Retail Sales strategy to maximise distribution channels, while creating opportunities and optimising new routes to market. You will role model our Guiding Principles, build a culture of psychological safety and inclusion and, provide ethical leadership to deliver great customer outcomes. What youll bring: Youll be aforward thinking, strategic and motivational leader who delivers results through people, cross-functional teams, and 3rd parties to support the delivery of volume, breadth, and profit objectives. Youll havea progressive and developmental mindset with demonstrable experience of developing strategic commercial initiatives. Essential experience & skills youll need to be a success in this role: • You have extensive experience in customer-facing environments with specific skills implementing and managing risk strategies, strong financial management, leading cross functional teams and functional management., • Through your experience of developing and managing customer facing processes, you have ensured fair treatment, transparency, value to customers and all other guidance from regulators has been accomplished., • More generally, youll have experience within regulated environments - ideally by the FCA along with a deep understanding of the UK business governance and regulatory regime and requirements implementation com pliance monitoring and management specifically, in organisations of a comparable size and scale., • You have successfully driven change and you're comfortable in dynamic, changing environments in a leading role., • You have well-developed emotional intelligence, influencing and communication skills which you can use to share information, listen, and create two-way dialogue that builds openness and commitment and, involve others to maximise contribution overall., • With great skills of analysis, you can interpret issues objectively to make sound decisions for the business that uphold our customer needs and good customer outcomes as a priority, • You are highly proactive, flexible, pragmatic, and able to react appropriately and effectively to changing circumstances and demands., • You'll effortlessly fit into the Commercial leadership structure with the potential for growth within FS or the OEM., • Youre collaborative and ambitious and work in the interest of customer and stakeholders, even when your own objectives are challenged., • Youll report to the Chief Executive Officer for VWFS UK Ltd and lead the Retail Sales department and the teams responsible for Finance Sales, Sales Compliance, Sales Development and Dealer Network Oversight., • Youll be responsible for developing sales strategies, policies, and procedures for the UK VWFS Group companies., • Develop and maintain strong productive relationships across senior management, departments, brands and key stakeholders., • Your span of control is across VWFS UK, VW Bank GmbH and compliance is required across the European Organisational Handbook (E-OHB), the FCA and the European Central Bank (ECB)., • Youll have a team of circa. 50 people who work with our dealer network of circa. 800 sites to drive FS and network performance., • Be an agent for change by embracing new ways of working, innovative technologies and agile attitudes to work promoting minimal viable everything attitude to encourage a collective growth mind-set in support of modernisation of the business., • Youll develop and implement plans to meet objectives through existing and new routes to market by utilising current and, establishing new relationships with 3rd party retailers, emerging technology, and tech providers., • Plan and deliver sales, margin and market penetration objectives., • Lead sales activity that complies with internal and external regulations with the Consumer Credit Sourcebook (CONC) taking precedence over conflicting guidelines this includes Vulnerable customers, product suitability and transparency and, behaviours and competence of introducers of our products., • Use strong negotiation skills with our network and 3rd parties, to grow sales, protect margin and support good customer outcomes., • Effectively manage introducer relationships through a robust communication infrastructure, clear performance indicators, and development with corrective action in place as appropriate., • Lead the sales engagement with our Enterprise Risk Framework and develop robust and effective reporting to support transparency with regulators., • Youll engage and cooperate with VW companies in the UK to coordinate and implement joint strategies and build and maintain an effective industry network., • Youll play a leading role within our Credit Assessment & Retailer Services functions. Whats in it for you? Bonus: Discretionary on-target bonus of up to 25% (based on personal and Group company performance) Pension: Employer pension contribution of 9% (based on employee contribution of 3%). VWFS will pay 6% if employee chooses a 2% employee contribution. Car schemes*: Choice of Employee Car Ownership (ECO) scheme for petrol/diesel and hybrid vehicles plus car insurance and fuel card. OR Company Car scheme for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) plus car insurance cover for you and a partner/eligible family member. Other benefits: From day 1 we provide income protection, life assurance (4x salary), retail discount vouchers , access to Care Concierge (a service to support carers of adults), along with other salary sacrifice options including a will writing service and cycle to work (subject to scheme restrictions). Following successful completion of probation, you will have access to private medical insurance for you with the option to buy additional family cover/ and your family access to our loan car scheme for up to 2 cars for your partner or eligible family members (subject to scheme restrictions) and during our annual benefit window you can purchase critical illness cover and dental cover , so you can select the benefits that matter to you. We invest in our people and are passionate about driving development. Youll have access to LinkedIn Learning via our Degreed platform as well as a host of professional development programmes and opportunities to build your technical and soft skills so you can further develop your career. We also offer mentoring schemes and reciprocal partnerships recognising that we can all learn from each other in the flow of work. * * * Why join VWFS UK? Youll have the opportunity to make a difference by helping us to achieve our mission. Our mission is straight forward; we want to be 'The Key to Mobility'. That means we make getting from A-to-B as easy and simple for as many people as possible. To truly meet the mobility needs of people in a changing world, our offering goes beyond traditional vehicle financing. We do this by providing a range of finance and aftersales products on Volkswagen Group vehicles, as well as developing innovative mobility products designed to solve real problems and support our customers. No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! VWFS is proud to be an inclusive employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion isnt just a statement for us, we encourage and aspire for all our colleagues to be their 100% self. If you need any reasonable adjustments to assist you with the application and/or recruitment processes, please contact our Resourcing Team. The Retail Sales Director is a Certified /Senior Manager role under the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SMCR) and the role holder is required to comply with the FCAs Conduct Rules. A mandatory requirement of the SMCR is for VWFS to certify that the role holder is fit and proper to perform the duties on an ongoing basis.

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). The effective use of data is paramount in achieving The Open University's strategic goals. Reporting to the Director of Data Technology as part of Digital Services, the Lead Data Architect plays a pivotal role in ensuring that our solutions and programs are purpose-fit and aligned with the broader University vision. This senior architecture position collaborates across teams to ensure consistency in data architecture, aligning it with our business strategy. In a large and complex environment, this role fosters cross-team collaboration and promotes a cohesive data ecosystem that supports the University's objectives. • Develop and execute a comprehensive data architecture strategy aligned with OU's long-term business objectives and technology roadmap., • Own the design and implementation of enterprise-wide data architectures, including data models, enterprise data catalogue and all relevant data architecture artefacts., • Provide thought leadership and guidance on emerging trends and advancements in data architecture and data design., • Establish and own data standards, guidelines, and best practices for data architecture and data modelling., • Lead and manage a team of enterprise data architects, senior data architects and data analysts, providing mentorship, guidance and technical expertise., • Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance data architecture capabilities, scalability and performance., • Work closely with business stakeholders to align data architecture initiatives with business goals, enabling effective data-driven decision making., • Drive innovation and continuous improvement in data architecture practices, leveraging emerging technologies and industry best practices., • Participate in the Design and Architecture Community of Practice, offering insight and leadership on data design activities and conducting research on emerging data technologies and techniques in support of Digital Services goals and commitments. Essential: • In-depth experience in conceptual and logical data modelling applied to both relational and dimensional formats covering operational and analytical applications., • Extensive experience in leading the design and implementation of complex data architectures, including data models, data integration, and data management systems., • Knowledge of master data management, metadata management and integration best practices and techniques., • Ability to think strategically and align data architecture initiatives with overall business goals and objectives., • Strong knowledge of various database technologies, including both SQL and NoSQL databases, and their appropriate use cases., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and manage a team of data architects and data engineers, providing mentorship and guidance., • Ability to identify and solve complex data-related problems, troubleshoot issues, and optimize data architectures for performance and scalability., • Foundation in system development, understanding of end-to-end software development lifecycle and project management approaches. Must understand what advice to give and how to influence developments towards desirable outcomes., • Knowledge and experience in creating and applying standards and best practices in IT design and delivery regarding the experience of the software, tools and development methods including large-scale web applications and Agile development techniques., • Effective communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and collaborate across teams., • A high degree of self-motivation, being comfortable working both as part of a team and alone., • Ability to conceive and portray the overall data landscape; map the systems and interfaces used to manage data., • Ideally, an experienced Data Architect with TOGAF certification., • Knowledge of the Higher Education data domain would be an advantage. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where the successful candidate can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office it is expected that some attendance in the office will be required when necessary and in response to business needs. Wed expect this to be on average once per week. We anticipate that interviews for this role will be taking place online via Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 15 June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications have been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following documents: • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). Digital Services is at the heart of delivering life-changing learning experiences that enrich society. We combine trusted design, data expertise, and cutting-edge technology to support lifelong learning. Our objectives are to: • Enhance the student and staff experience through simple, evidence-based solutions., • Deliver value iteratively, securely, and at speed. With our ethos of being open to people, places, methods, and ideas, we proudly support students in every setting imaginablefrom submarines to prisons, and everywhere in between. We take pride in enabling our academics to teach and our students to learn, no matter the circumstances. We are recruiting multiple Senior Engineers across different teams. These roles sit in teams delivering a range of businesscritical digital products, typically involving .NETbased systems hosted on Azure and operating in a modern DevOps environment. While the core expectations are consistent across all roles, the specific context will vary: most positions will work within product teams delivering and evolving userfacing services, while at least one role will operate in an integrationfocused context, where the Senior Engineer will work on the design, development, and support of APIbased services using C# and a modern Azurebased technology stack, enabling secure access to institutional data for consumption by other systems across the University. Candidates are not expected to have experience across all contexts, and rolespecific focus and technologies will be discussed during the recruitment process. As aSenior Software Engineer (known internally as a Senior Engineer ) at The Open University, you will lead the design, development, and delivery of innovative software solutions that drive our organization forward. Collaborating with product managers, designers, and other engineers, you will create scalable systems that meet user needs and support our growth. Youll be responsible for driving technical excellence, making key architectural decisions, and ensuring best practices across all projects. Leveraging your extensive experience, you will mentor junior engineers, provide technical leadership, and solve complex problems to build secure, efficient, and high-performing systems. Were looking for a proactive and passionate engineer who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to continuous improvement. If youre excited about exploring emerging technologies and making a significant impact, this is your opportunity to advance your career and contribute to meaningful projects. Join our agile engineering team and help shape the integration of cutting-edge solutions across a diverse technology stack, including both on-premises and cloud platforms like AWS and Microsoft Azure. We embrace DevOps practices, supporting seamless development pipelines and deployments as part of our commitment to innovation and professional growth. The role may be applied across teams operating in different technical contexts, delivery models, and technology stacks, with emphasis varying according to team and service needs. At The Open University, we never stand still. Be part of our journey to push the boundaries of technology and make a real difference. • Lead Software Development Projects : Guide the design, development, and implementation of software solutions, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and aligned with The Open University objectives. Provide technical leadership and mentorship, and may include line management, to junior team members., • Architect and Design Systems : Develop and refine system architectures and software designs that meet requirements and technical specifications. Ensure that all designs are maintainable, secure, and optimized for performance, and systems are designed to be observable, supportable, and resilient in live operation, with appropriate monitoring, alerting, and operational documentation in place., • Drive Technical Excellence : Champion best practices in software development, including coding standards, TDD and automated testing approaches (e.g. unit and integration),, and version control, to ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable and maintainable software products., • Oversee System Integration : Manage the integration of multiple software components, ensuring seamless interaction and functionality across the system., • Data Management and Analysis : Lead efforts in data modelling, database design, and business intelligence to support data-driven decision making and improve system performance., • Enhance User Experience : Collaborate with UX designers to ensure that user experience is a key consideration in the development process. Translate user needs into functional software features that deliver value., • Monitor and Assess Emerging Technologies : Stay informed about new and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential to enhance current and future projects., • Implement Security and Compliance Standards : Ensure that software solutions comply with security standards and industry regulations. Implement best practices to protect data and maintain system integrity., • Quality Assurance and Testing : Oversee comprehensive testing strategies, including functional, non-functional, and security testing, to ensure software reliability and performance., • Support Operational Excellence : Contribute to the stability and performance of software applications by supporting incident and problem management, utilising observability data, as part of a buildrunown approach, including out-of-hours as required, as well as service level and capacity planning., • Conduct Services, Products and Requirements Analysis : Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs, define technical requirements, and assess the feasibility of proposed solutions. Document and manage requirements to ensure alignment with project goals., • Resource and Supplier Management : Assist in managing resource allocation and collaborate with external vendors to ensure project needs are met effectively and efficiently. Key Skills and Experience: • Proven Software Engineering Expertise : Extensive experience in software development (coding, test writing and debugging), reviewing other peoples work, with a deep understanding of programming, system design, and testing practices., • Strong System and Software Design Skills : Ability to design scalable and efficient systems, ensuring architectural integrity and alignment with The Open University objectives, with experience contributing to systems built using modern architectural patterns such as microservices, APIfirst design, and cloudnative platforms., • Advanced Data Management : Skilled in data modelling, database design, and implementing business intelligence solutions to support analytics and decision-making., • User-Centric Development : Experience in integrating user experience design principles into the software development process to create intuitive and effective user interfaces., • Emerging Technology Enthusiast : Passion for exploring and integrating new technologies to enhance software solutions and business capabilities., • Security and Compliance Focus : Knowledgeable in implementing security protocols and ensuring compliance with industry standards to protect systems and data., • Quality Assurance Leader : Strong focus on quality, with experience in leading comprehensive testing strategies to ensure the reliability and performance of software products., • Effective Analysis and Requirement Management : Proven ability to translate user needs into technical requirements and assess the feasibility of proposed solutions., • Operational and Resource Management : Experience in managing resources, supporting application operations, and working with external suppliers to meet project demands., • Leadership and Mentorship : You lead by example, providing guidance and support to team members, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment., • Analytical and Strategic Thinking : You are capable of understanding complex business challenges and developing strategic technical solutions to address them., • Proactive and Innovative : You actively seek out opportunities for improvement and are eager to integrate new technologies and methodologies into your work., • Attention to Detail : You ensure accuracy and quality in all aspects of your work, from coding and testing to documentation and analysis., • Effective Communicator : You are able to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding and alignment. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where the successful candidate can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office it is expected that some attendance in the office will be required when necessary and in response to business needs. Wed anticipate this to be on average once per month. We anticipate that interviews for this role will be taking place online via Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 8 or 15 June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications have been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following documents: • CV

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