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We are a global information technology company that builds high-performance, security-centric solutions that can help change the world. Enhancing people’s lives through secure, reliable advanced technology is our vision.
At Unisys, we believe in better! Here, you have the opportunity to learn new skills, apply your expertise, and solve complex problems with cutting edge technologies and solutions. You are part of a global diverse team that supports you, drives change, and delivers successful results consistently.
Our associates are at the forefront of everything we do, driving our clients’ successes while giving back to communities and making this world a safer and more secure place to live and work. Our success is a direct result of the work of our people who live and breathe our Core Beliefs. Simply put, we believe in better lives. Join us!
Role Purpose
The chosen candidate will work closely with our team responsible for the support and development of a mission critical Command & Control system, focusing on the development and support of the applications that form a key part of the managed service provided to our client. In particular, this would focus on the development and support of ‘First Contact’ components. The role would include providing day-to-day support for existing services as well as software enhancements as defined by our client.
Key Responsibilities
Working in a mission critical environment, in which the team provides support and development, the role will involve liaising with colleagues at all levels including Project Managers, Software Developers, Application Testers as well as Subject Matter Experts.
You will see yourself:
- Identifying problems and potential resolutions to support end users
- Analyzing and resolving issues relating to interfaces between various system components
- Applying ingenuity and creativity in developing enhancements and new areas of functionality
Key Qualifications
- Successfully completed a bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Completed degree course should be Computer Science or related
Key Skills
Technical skills:
Essential (at least two of the following):
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Interest/Experience of software development and application support
- Interest/Experience of software development lifecycles, including Agile or “Waterfall” frameworks
- An interest in complex IT systems
You are also likely to have an interest/experience in a broad range of web development tools with capability in any of the following being advantageous:
- .Net (C#), ASP.net, JavaScript, HTML, CSS development or support capability
- Web Development experience using the above technologies would be advantageous
- A working knowledge of MVC framework or similar would be beneficial
- Microsoft SQL Server development and scripting experience or similar
- Familiarity with Azure DevOps or similar
Desirable:
- Knowledge or awareness of ‘Portrait Foundation (Configuration Suite)’ would be advantageous but not necessary as training will be offered
- Knowledge or awareness of the ITIL framework and how this applies to a managed service environment
Personal Attributes
Essential:
- Open and motivated to work in a managed service environment in a development and support team
- Practical attitude, self-motivated and the desire and aptitude to pick up and develop new skills
- Be able to apply technical expertise within a service delivery environment
- Be comfortable developing technical solutions without adversely impacting the operational effectiveness of the supported systems
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good customer / telephone manner as will be expected talk to senior internal stakeholders
- Problem solving / reasoning skills
- Has a natural curiosity for technology
- Able to work effectively in a team-oriented environment or as an independent contributor
About Unisys
Unisys is a global information technology company that builds high-performance, security-centric solutions for the most demanding businesses and governments on Earth. Unisys offerings include security software and services; digital transformation and workplace services; industry applications and services; and innovative software operating environments for high-intensity enterprise computing. We build better outcomes securely for our clients across the Government, Financial Services and Commercial markets.
Inclusion & Diversity: the Unisys vision is to build and nurture a better, more inclusive culture where you can always be yourself. Our mission is to drive towards true equality for all Unisys associates through a concerted focus on Gender, Race and Ethnicity, and Disability awareness in 2022.
One current focus is to redress the imbalance of male v female in the IT industry. We particularly welcome female applicants.
