"Senior Web Developer"

University of Reading - Digital Technology Services

Location: Reading

Salary: £47,389 to £58,225 per annum

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On: 18th February 2026

Closes: 6th March 2026

Job Ref: SRF52965

Full Time/Fixed Term 2 years

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on 6th March 2026

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University of Reading is looking to recruit a Senior Web Developer as part of an existing CMS/Web Team within Digital Technology Services (DTS). DTS provides centralised IT support and services across the University.

The successful candidate must be:

• Experienced SiteCore developer
• Expert in Front-end development.
• Expert in Back-end development using Microsoft Technology Stack.
• Experience in usage of Content Management System
• Experienced of developing applications, sites and new web pages in an Agile environment
• Experienced of developing web applications to at least AA accessibility standards

The University of Reading is an exciting and vibrant place to work. The University offers a generous holiday allowance of 26 days, and 6 days of extended closure around Christmas and Easter. There is a good pension scheme, onsite gym, childcare and a lively community offering the opportunity to get involved in a wide variety of interests.

Please see the job description and personal specification for further details.

For more information, please contact:

Contact Name: Mustafa Rahman
Contact Job Title: Technical Product Manager - CMS/Web
Contact Email address: m.rahman@reading.ac.uk

Alternative Contact Name: Helen Colclough
Alternative Contact Job Title: Director of Digital Products and Portfolio
Alternative Contact Email address: h.j.colclough@reading.ac.uk

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.