Software & Web Developer Jobs in Scotand

Posted by Sara Dodd

Quite a few roles for Software & Web Developers across the job boards today…

Web Digital Developments Officer
Salary: £22,911 – £27,042 per annum + pension
Ref: NMS07/64

The National Museums Scotland is one of the UK’s leading museums services. Operating five museums and with one of the largest multidisciplinary collections in the UK, it aims to be a world-class museums service that educates, informs and inspires. They are currently looking for a Web Digital Development Officer to join a small team developing, implementing and maintaining a range of digital and web-related initiatives.

Educated to degree level in an ICT related subject, you must be able to demonstrate experience of developing accessible websites, creating interactive web pages and developing databases. It is important that you have undertaken availability and accessibility assurance of websites and that you have practical experience in interpreting usage statistics and other management information. You also must have proven skills in HTML, CSS, ASP.NET and SQL. Key to your success in this role will be your ability to interpret and implement customer requirements, influence others regarding technical developments and manage projects.

For further information and an application pack, please telephone 0131 247 4094 (answerphone) or email applications@nms.ac.uk, stating reference number NMS07/64. Downloadable documents are available from www.nms.ac.uk. Closing date for completed applications is Friday 21 September 2007. The selection event will be held on or around Thursday 11 October 2007.

Web Developer, University of Dundee
Salary: £26,666 – £32,796
Ref: LS/1904/SON

The College of Life Sciences at the University of Dundee is looking for a Web Developer with a strong background in web technologies to join the High Performance Computing group (HPC) within their high-profile, internationally excellent research environment. You will have strong development skills, detailed knowledge of HTTP as well as a proven track record in delivering agile, extensible web solutions to customers using open source content management systems technology. You will be responsible for the creation and deployment of the College’s main web presence as well as developing the wider use of web applications within a heterogeneous environment. Excellent team working and the ability to work with internal non-technical clients are also key requirements. High Performance Computing maintain a 90 TB SAN that supports extensive Linux and UNIX based systems as well as a 200 CPU Compute Cluster. Current web infrastructure is provided from a Linux server cluster using Apache, Tomcat and ColdFusion. Key skills and experience required include a professional knowledge of at least one of the following:

• Perl,
• PHP,
• Python,
• Java

You will also need experience of HTTP and configuration of Apache and/or IIS; proven, demonstrable track record in website design including capturing and translating client requirements; exp of enterprise and web content management systems; a good working knowledge of HTML, XHTML, CSS; exp developing RDBMS/SQL driven websites. Desirable Skills/Experience will include:

• Graphic Design and Image manipulation
• JavaScript, AJAX, XML, XSL
• Tomcat, JBoss or other application servers
• ColdFusion, CFML.

Applications in the form of a CV and covering letter (2 copies of each), including the names and addresses of 3 referees, should he sent to Human Resources, College of Life Sciences, JBC/MSI/WTB Complex, University of Dundee, Dundee DD1 5EH, (e-mail: HR-LifeSciences@dundee.ac.uk quoting LS/1904/SON.
Closing date: 21 September 2007. More online info here

Software Developer, Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh
6 month contract – Salary: £30,000 pro rata
Ref: (130/07/SC)

The Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University is one of the world’s largest providers of programmes by distance learning, with over 8000 students in 140 countries. They now require a Software Developer with strong SQL Server skills and experience of classic ASP and VB6, to support and extend the systems that underpin the Business School’s operations. There may also be opportunities to contribute to new systems, built using C#.NET, so .NET skills would be an advantage. This is a short-term post, initially for six months, joining a small, friendly team, based at Riccarton, Edinburgh. For application details please contact the Human Resources Office, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh EH14 4AS. Tel: 0131 451 3475 (24 hours). Minicom: 0131 451 8212 or e-mail: hr@hw.ac.uk quoting appropriate reference. Closing date: 14 September 2007.Visit their jobs website

Software Developer, Glasgow,
Salary: £30-40k
Ref: 102838-7282

An expericenced Software Developer is required by Elan Recruitment to work for one of their clients, a leading stock broking firm, in Glasgow city centre. You will be responsible for ensuring the stable and efficient operation of the company’s systems and networks, including planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting and optimising network and server hardware. The primary focus of the role will be enabling the company to integrate its existing technology more efficiently, developing and maintaining applications to improve workflow and automating tasks and reporting. You should have practical experience in one or more of the following:

• C++, C#, Visual Basic
• HTML, Java
• Software Design
• Relational databases

You will also be degree qualified in an IT discipline. Please contact Alison McDonald at Elan in Edinburgh on 0131 558 4800.

C/C++ Software Developer/Engineer, Bloxx, Livingston
Salary: £30-£40k

Bloxx is an award-winning developer and supplier of internet filtering solutions designed for both the commercial and public sector. They are looking for an experienced Software Developer/Engineer to play a key role developing software using C/C++/PHP/XML/CGI/JavaScript. Other requirements include knowledge of HTML, HTTP, multithreaded programming, TCP/IP networking. Familiarity with a range of relational databases would be a definite plus. The role would suit a highly motivated individual who genuinely enjoys programming and has the ability to work from his or her own initiative. Please send your CV in the first instance to jobs@bloxx.com including details of your current/last earnings.

Apple Mac Digital Artist, Jump Marketing, Edinburgh

Jump Marketing, based in the Canongate, Edinburgh is looking for a Digital Artist and team player with an extensive knowledge of Apple Macs and their applications. A high percentage of the job involves retouching and manipulating extremely large Photoshop files. You must have a creative flair, be able to work to tight deadlines, confidence in your ability, an eye for detail and last but not least, enjoy the job. Interested? Please send CV to: Derek Cotter, Jump Marketing, Gladstone Court, 179 Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8BN.

Graphic Designer, Picsel, Braehead, Glasgow
Salary: £30k

Picsel are looking for a Graphic Designer primarily to be involved with the design and creation of icons (both static and animated) for mobile phone software. Some icons will be designed using 3D animation modelling software, while others will be drawn pixel by pixel. You should be able to take instructions from both formal specifications as well as unclear requirements or evolutionary developments. The job may also involve page layout,s font glyph design, corporate branding and logos, writing, web design, exhibition posters, or consulting on graphic design issues for other engineering projects. You should have an HND or above in fine art, graphic design, computer aided design or illustration. Two years working experience in Flash design and graphic design for websites producing: Flash Animations, Web Design, Icons and Logo designs. You should have essential skills in:

• Macromedia Flash (2+years experience)
• Macromedia Dreamweaver
• Macromedia Freehand
• Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator & Indesign

Experience in communicating with people from other cultures, and in capturing fashion trends in design will be valuable. Successful candidates must have a proven track record and experience in contemporary creative flair. Picsel will be looking to see your portfolio in particular any examples of animated graphics (vector or raster), web designs, images. Go to www.picsel.com/careers for more information.

Web Designer, Aberdeen
Ref: 110581-KP-4207

Abrecco are recruiting for a Web Designer to join an Aberdeen based company to expand their team and bring expert CSS skills to the organisation. Skills required are:

• HTML
• A solid understanding of CSS
• Macromedia suite of software
• PHP/MySQL

Please contact Keith Patterson at Abrecco in Edinburgh on tel: 0131 226 7331

IT Assistant, Alzheimer Scotland, Edinburgh,
Salary: £21 hour post – £19,311 to £21,189 (pro rata)

Alzheimer Scotland Scotland’s leading dementia charity, providing services and campaigning for people with dementia and their carers. They are advertsising for an IT Assistant to support the IT Manager in developing, integrating, implementing, improving and monitoring information systems throughout the organisation. This post covers a balance of user support and technical duties, and may include some travel within Scotland. Knowledge of Windows 2003 servers, Windows XP, and Windows Office applications including databases is highly desirable. For an application pack or an informal discussion please contact Damien Byron at the address below or email dbyron@alzscot.org. The closing date is Monday 17 September 2007 and interviews will be held on 3 October 2007.

Web Designer, Xansa, Edinburgh
Ref: 16335-JSITE-058884-TS-C
3 month contract

A Web Designer with significant XHTML and development expertise is required by Xansa who are recruiting on Jobsite for a high profile programme. You will be part of a team designing and developing web solutions for their client’s internet, extranet and content management sites. Working from annotated “mock-ups” of pages (provided by the client) you will produce the coding (HTML/XHTML) and stylesheets (CSS) required to meet their specifications. The following skills are required:

• XHTML / HTML with practical exp of designing web sites and
  producing code from scratch.
• hands-on knowledge of web development (Front and Back end)
• proven ability in constructing efficient style sheets (CSS)
• demonstrable knowledge of web standards and W3C compliance
• excellent communication and client facing skills
• basic understanding of PERL

Please contact Tina Selwyn Smith at Xansa Resourcing on tel: 08702 416181.