Job ID: 1407
Closing Date: 30 September 2025

Are you a developer who thrives on connecting disparate systems and building seamless digital experiences? Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of education for thousands of students? If so, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We’re searching for a versatile and passionate Developer to join our dynamic team, focusing on our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) – Blackboard Ultra.

The Mission:

In this exciting role, you’ll ensure that our Blackboard Ultra VLE isn’t just a standalone platform, but a vibrant ecosystem of integrated tools and data. You’ll work at the intersection of various institutional systems, making sure information flows smoothly and efficiently, ultimately empowering our users with a truly unified and intuitive learning experience.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Designing and Developing Robust Integrations: You’ll be responsible for the full lifecycle of integrations with Blackboard Ultra, from initial design and requirements gathering to development, testing, and deployment.
• Connecting Critical Systems: You’ll build and maintain integrations with a diverse range of systems, including our student information system (CIS), SITS, SAP and third-party educational tools.
• Optimising Data Flow: You’ll ensure the efficient and accurate transfer of data, including user accounts, course enrollments, grades, and analytics, between Blackboard Ultra and other platforms.
• Solving Complex Challenges: You’ll troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, identifying and addressing both data and technology problems as well as potential concerns.
• Collaborating and Innovating: You’ll work closely with VLE administrators, business analysts, other development teams, and external vendors to understand needs, recommend solutions, and drive continuous improvement.

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience: A solid background in software development with a strong focus on event driven and ETL system integrations.
• API Expertise: Hands-on experience working with RESTful APIs, and other integration technologies, with a keen interest in Cloud.
• Programming Proficiency: Strong programming skills in languages relevant to integration development (e.g. Python, Java etc).
• Data Savvy: Experience with database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) and data manipulation.
• Problem-Solving: Aptitude for diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues.
• Collaborative Spirit: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team and with non-technical stakeholders.
• Passion for Learning: A genuine interest in educational technology and a desire to make a real impact on the learning journey.

If you’re a skilled integration developer looking for an exciting and rewarding role where your expertise truly makes a difference, we encourage you to apply! Join us in building a seamlessly connected and inspiring learning experience.

The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. A diverse group of backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the option to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more.