Full Stack Software Engineer in Bristol

Salary: c£47,000 per annum (negotiable based on experience) + comprehensive benefits package

Jisc grade: TSO3

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week

Reports into: Head of Software Development

Working style: Hybrid - A blend of working from home and your nominated hub office. We have hubs located in London, Bristol, Manchester and Oxford.

About Jisc: For 30 years Jisc has pioneered digital solutions for UK education and research, transforming how knowledge is created, shared and used. We are uniquely positioned to protect, promote and lead the sector in digital and data transformation, making a difference to students, communities and society. Together, we are working to build a better digital future for education and research. Raise your potential at Jisc through our culture of lifelong learning. At Jisc, we're all about growth, so embrace new challenges, sharpen your skills and shape a career that excites you.

The role: As a Full Stack Software Engineer in one of our OpenAthens development scrum teams, you’ll use your technical expertise and collaborative skills to enhance OpenAthens products. You’ll work across front-end and back-end development, contributing to software improvements that support secure, seamless access for millions of users worldwide.

What you’ll be doing:

• Build your knowledge of OpenAthens products, our development process, and technical environment.
• Collaborate with your scrum team (developers, testers, product owner), the Technical Design Authority, and other stakeholders to understand product changes, create technical designs, and plan implementation.
• Use your technical skills and experience to deliver high-quality product changes.
• Ensure all work meets agreed quality standards (Definition of Done).
• Contribute to team performance improvements and product discovery initiatives.
• Continuously develop your own skills and knowledge.
• Foster strong working relationships across OpenAthens.

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise-scale applications.
• Ability to write high-quality, maintainable code.
• Strong fluency in Java for backend development.
• Familiarity with modern Java-based API frameworks such as Spring Boot or Jersey for building RESTful APIs.
• Experience in developing web applications using modern front-end frameworks like Angular or React.
• A collaborative approach to working with team members, the Technical Design Authority, and other stakeholders.
• Motivation and ability to continuously learn new technologies, techniques, and soft skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build credibility and trust with internal and external stakeholders.
• It would be a bonus if you have a relevant qualification, for example, degree or equivalent demonstrable development experience gained in a similar role.

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can’t tick every box, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements, but if you feel this role is perfect for you. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

Specific patterns for working in the office are not mandated, and the frequency of time worked in the office is agreed with your manager. Meeting in person is something we value, so you may need to travel on occasion to any of our hub offices.

Why work for us? At Jisc, every role is meaningful, and every individual is valued. We foster a culture of continuous learning and personal growth, offering opportunities to develop new skills and make a real impact in education and research. With a strong focus on work-life balance, we embrace flexible working that prioritises outcomes over hours, empowering you to create a rhythm that energises both your professional and personal life. Jisc’s culture is powered by our four guiding principles: putting customers first, driving innovation, creating impact, and championing inclusive collaboration to deliver sustainable outcomes and shape a better future.

Discover the amazing benefits we provide! Here’s what you can look forward to: Flexible work pattern, which can adapt to suit your schedules and personal commitments. 31 days annual leave (plus...