Technical Delivery Team Leader
University of Oxford, Oxford
Technical Delivery Team Leader
£57255
University of Oxford, Oxford
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted today, 23 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 5556b91569b9448b938a02b63a1a1e6d
Full Job Description
- This key leadership role sits within the CMS and Web Platform Team, overseeing the technical delivery of the University's web content management platforms, including Oxford Mosaic and Oxford Fresco, as well as React/Node.js applications hosted on AWS. The Mosaic platform supports over 1000 sites, contributing to various University functions such as outreach, administration and research dissemination.
- The successful candidate will manage a dynamic team of developers, working alongside the Support Team Leader managing several functional analysts, to ensure that systems are secure, efficient, and current. The role will also support the rollout of the Transforming Oxford's Digital Communications initiative, part of the University's ambitious Digital Transformation Programme.
- This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and can take initiative in managing critical areas of technical delivery. If you are passionate about leading technical teams and driving forward key web platform projects, we would love to hear from you.
You will have a strong technical background, with expertise in Web Content Management (CMS) systems and web-based applications using open-source technologies. Key responsibilities include: - Leading the technical delivery function, ensuring the planning and execution of software and system improvements, and collaborating with third parties to maintain technical standards.
- Experience in Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, is highly desirable, as is experience managing technical resources across multiple projects.
- A degree in computing or an IT-related field, or equivalent professional experience, is essential.
We have an exciting opportunity available to join our IT Services Department as a Technical Delivery Team Leader (2-year fixed-term basis with possibility of extension) with hybrid working (up to 80% remote) offered. IT Services is a key department that ensures that the University has the robust, reliable and high-performing IT facilities it requires to support the distinctive needs of those engaged in teaching, learning, research and administration. It is a major partner in the University's current, exciting Digital Transformation Programme. We value and recognise the contributions of everyone, fostering a welcoming culture where everyone feels they belong. What we offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees' wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: - An excellent contributory pension scheme
- 38 days annual leave- Including Bank holidays and fixed closure days
- A comprehensive range of childcare services
- Family leave schemes
- Cycle loan scheme
- Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
- Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs