Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the University for an experienced Senior Application Specialist to join the Business Systems team. This role is focussed on Integration, supporting several transformation programmes that are introducing new enterprise SaaS systems that need to transfer information between themselves and existing on-premise systems, using a variety of mechanisms from APIs to flat files. Located within University Information Services (UIS), the Business Systems team are 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.

What you will be doing:

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to review requirements, develop specifications and design effective solutions. Be a technical subject matter expert in our (SaaS) business systems integrations, including knowledge transfer to/from others inside and outside the team. Take responsibility for the implementation, development and support of our integrations in operational and project settings. Review and migrate code, including the analysis of both application and integration platform changes in relation to their impact on integrations. Monitor performance and other operational aspects of the integrations working with relevant stakeholders to resolve any issues or suggest enhancements. Collaborate with the relevant systems helpdesks, investigate any incidents that are reported, resolve and advise users where appropriate.

What you will bring:

Integration design and development. Experience in relational & NoSQL database design, MS SQL, system design, performance tuning and integration. Ability to learn new skills independently and proactively and are constantly striving to raise technical excellence. Understand system and software specifications and choose appropriate designs to meet requirements. Produce simple, reusable architectures from complex problems. Debug complex problems effectively, including in new unexplored applications. Drive and commitment to see activities through to completion meeting deadlines matching pace to the urgency of the situation. Knowledge of how to approach data and system security. Experience of providing 2nd/3rd line support as part of an operational support team. Experience of coordinating technical change in operational and project settings. Strong planning and communication skills.

It would be great if you had knowledge of:

Microsoft Azure Integration Services. Azure DevOps functionality. Oracle Fusion application integration functionality (e.g. API, BICC, HDL). Oracle Fusion application environment management (e.g. refreshes). Oracle Visual Builder application development. Oracle Integration Cloud. Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.


Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.


Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.


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.



Please contact Steve Smith at steve.smith@uis.cam.ac.uk for further details.


Please quote reference VC47228 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.

Key information

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Department/location

University Information Services

Salary

42,254-56,535

Reference

VC47228

Category

Academic-related

Date published

12 September 2025

Closing date

26 September 2025