Senior Student Systems (SITS) Developer

Senior Student Systems (SITS) Analyst Developer Fixed Term Contract vacancy in a University based in Bedfordshire Salary 48,760 - 58,664, 36 days annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible hybrid working policy, generous 14.5% employer pension contribution and other generous benefits The Opportunity:Hays Technology is working in partnership with a well-established higher education organisation to recruit a Senior Student Systems Analyst Developer on a fixed-term contract basis until July 2027. This is a key role within a central IT function, supporting and enhancing core student information systems used across the full student lifecycle.You will take technical ownership of system development, configuration, integration and optimisation, working closely with stakeholders to improve data quality, automate processes and deliver robust, secure solutions aligned with organisational strategy.Key Responsibilities:Lead systems analysis and development activities across complex student systems initiativesPlan, estimate and deliver development work to agreed timelines, quality standards and budgetsProvide hands-on development and configuration of Tribal SITS:Vision and MaytasDrive software lifecycle best practice, including Agile and iterative delivery approachesManage system enhancements, upgrades and vendor releasesDevelop and maintain integrations, including StuTalk processingProvide expert-level application support, issue resolution and performance monitoringContribute to product ..... full job details .....