Digital Preservation Specialist
10 hours ago
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled developer to join our team at the Digital Preservation Coalition. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and improving our open-source codebase, which utilises the Ruby-on-Rails framework.
Responsibilities
- Maintenance and bug fixes of existing features
- Feature development for specific customers and projects
- Longer-term strategic planning and contribution to the project's roadmap
About Us
The Digital Preservation Coalition is a service that allows researchers to create and maintain data management plans for their research. Our platform has 61 customers and over 60,000 users, with sustained growth of 20%/year.
Your Skills and Qualifications
- Strong understanding of software development principles and practices
- Experience with the Ruby-on-Rails framework
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Excellent problem-solving skills
Benefits
This is a full-time position, offering a competitive salary of £45,000-£55,000 per annum, depending on experience.
What We Offer
You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team, contributing to the development of a critical tool for the research community. We also offer a range of benefits, including professional development opportunities and a supportive working environment.
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