Post Title: ICT Applications Developer
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Grade 6 (£22,443-£24,892 per annum)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Work Pattern: Flexi time
Location: HQ, 197 Eyre Street, Sheffield, S1 3FG
An opportunity has arisen within our ICT team for an Applications Developer/Programmer which will be based within our Headquarters in Sheffield. The post holder will be responsible for assisting the ICT section in developing innovative ICT solutions and systems to meet the needs of the organisation and to provide general support to members of the ICT section as required.
Duties will include:
Designing and developing SQL databases
Developing web based systems using a variety of tools;
Determining design methodologies and tool sets;
Designing and conducting tests.
Preparing documentation to provide guidance to users of systems;
Providing technical advice and guidance to users;
Assisting in the maintenance and support of specialised software packages.
Key to this role is the ability to think laterally and solve complex problems logically and to work constructively as part of the wider ICT team. You will need extensive knowledge and understanding of Window client/server operating systems and in-depth knowledge of computer systems/networks and a range of software applications. Significant experience in web Programming and developing systems using JavaScript, PHP, AJAX, ASP, XML, SQL etc., and software installation and troubleshooting is essential.
You must also be proficient in Adobe Photoshop. You will need GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above or equivalent, a BS in Computer Science or related field, or significant equivalent experience. You will need to have examples of web design and code in your portfolio and the ability to hit the ground running.
A job description, person specification and application form for the role can be obtained via the careers section on our website at www.syfire.gov.uk or if you require a hard copy you can contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk or on 0114 253 2811.
Closing date for applications is 4pm on 4th of August 2017
Interviews will be held on 17th of August 2017
Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.
Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) if applicable.
If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print please contact our recruitment team as above.
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