Job Description

Job number

ENG03638

Faculties

Faculty of Engineering

Departments

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Salary or Salary range

46,614 - 56,345 per annum

Location/campus

South Kensington Campus - Hybrid

Contract type work pattern

Full time - Fixed term

Posting End Date

16 Sep 2025

About the role

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Imperial College London is the only UK university to focus entirely on science, engineering, medicine, and business, and our international reputation for excellence in teaching and research sees us consistently rank among the top 10 university worldwide.



Based jointly in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Dyson School of Design Engineering, the Power Platform and Data Systems Developer will lead on a range of impactful digital projects designed to streamline complex processes, enhance data integration, and improve the efficiency of our departmental operations.



The post holder will be responsible for managing and supporting the use of Power Platform and Microsoft 365 applications. This includes identifying opportunities for process improvement, gathering and analysing requirements, building data flows and models, and supporting the effective use of digital tools across both departments.

What you would be doing

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You will work with academic and professional services teams to design user-friendly digital systems, automate processes, and support smarter decision-making through improved data access and reporting. You will develop and support custom Power Platform solutions integrated with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and third-party systems to meet business needs. You will analyse and visualise data using Power BI, monitor digital infrastructure usage, and ensure data quality to inform ongoing planning and investment. You will create clear documentation--process diagrams, guides, and support materials--to help staff use digital tools effectively. You will ensure accessibility and data protection compliance (WCAG 2.2 AA, GDPR, DPA, PECR), and communicate technical updates clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

What we are looking for

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You will hold a degree (or equivalent qualification), and ideally a Microsoft PL-400 Power Platform Developer certification. You will have strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform -- particularly in developing Power Apps, automating workflows with Power Automate, and using Dataverse for data management. You will bring solid working knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools, including SharePoint, and understand how to build integrated, user-friendly digital solutions. You will be confident gathering user requirements, engaging with stakeholders, and presenting solutions or reports to senior audiences. You will be comfortable using Power Fx, DAX, Power Query, and JSON to build logic, visualise data in Power BI, and create advanced automations. You will have a collaborative, solution-focused mindset, with a strong service ethic and enthusiasm for learning and continuous improvement.

For full details about the duties and requirements of the role, please see the .

What we can offer you

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The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 38 days off a year)

Further information

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This position is fixed term and is expected to run for up to 2 years.


If you require any further details on the role please contact: ME Resource Team - me-hr.requests@imperial.ac.uk.

Hybrid working may be considered for this role. Staff working in roles that are suitable for hybrid working will normally be expected to work 60% of their time onsite. The opportunity for hybrid working will be discussed at interview.


We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we received a high number of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Available documents

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Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.



If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk. We're here to help.

About Imperial

Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.



Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world's toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.



As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you'll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.



This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you'll join us at Imperial College London.

Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.



Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.