Systems & Services Upgrades Analyst Programmer - Cmdb

Broaden your career within one of QLD’s largest employers.Culture committed to excellence and innovation.Access a range of on-site services, facilities, museums, and events.Based at our vibrant Lucia CampusAbout UQAs part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of are available, such as:26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave.17% superannuation contributions17.5% annual leave loadingAccess to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate familyOn campus childcare optionsCheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)Salary packaging optionsAbout This OpportunityThe objective of this work plan is to analyse requirements and develop upgrades for the existing Configuration Management Database (CMDB), known as ServiceView, to ensure it meets the requirements of the Systems and Services upgrade program and the organisation more broadly.Known internally as the Senior Principal Analyst Programmer, you will work with ITS teams and the broader UQ community to examine business processes and uses of the CMDB and deliver the necessary upgrades. UQ is in the process of implementing a number of service and architecture management tools and this role will define the areas where development of ServiceView is beneficial, what functions should move to other applications, and how to improve automation and processes to ensure information remains current.Key responsibilities will include:·Project Initiation: Conduct a project kick-off meeting with key stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables.Identify and engage relevant stakeholders, including ITS teams and users of the CMDB, particularly service management, architecture, and operational teams.Establish communication channels, project governance, and define roles and responsibilities.·Requirement Gathering and Analysis: Collaborate with teams within ITS and the broader UQ community to understand the current business processes and uses of the existing CMDB.·Upgrade Planning and Design: Based on the gathered requirements, define the upgrade plan and timeline.·Development and Testing: Execute the development and implementation of the CMDB upgrades.·Deployment and Training: Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to plan and execute the deployment of the upgraded CMDB.·Documentation and Knowledge Transfer: Document the upgraded CMDB, including its functionalities, configurations, and integration points.·Post-Implementation Review and Support and Project Closure.This is a full-time (100%), fixed-term position through to 31st March 2025At HEW level 8, the full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $108,975 - $122,176, plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be up to $127,500 - $142,946 annually. As this role is covered by an Enterprise Agreement, you will also receive regular remuneration increases – at least once a year.About YouQualifications and training equivalent to a postgraduate degree in IT or related field, or significant progress towards such qualifications, and extensive relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.PHP Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in PHP programming language, including experience with PHP frameworks such as Laravel or Symfony, to develop robust and scalable web applications.Database Management: Strong understanding of database concepts and experience working with relational databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL for designing and querying databases efficiently.Configuration Management Knowledge: Familiarity with configuration management principles and practices, including version control systems (e.g., Git) and deployment automation tools (e.g., Jenkins), to ensure seamless integration with the PHP application.Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyse complex technical issues related to configuration management databases and propose effective solutions within the PHP application framework.Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Knowledge: Proficiency in SDLC methodologies such as Agile or Scrum, with experience in all phases of software development from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.API Integration: Experience in integrating APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) for data exchange and interoperability with other systems, enhancing the functionality and usability of the PHP application.Security Awareness: Understanding of web security best practices and experience implementing security measures such as input validation, authentication, and data encryption to safeguard sensitive information within the PHP application.Documentation Skills: Ability to create comprehensive technical documentation including design specifications, user manuals, and system documentation to facilitate seamless collaboration and knowledge transfer.Team Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, with effective communication and the ability to contribute positively to team dynamics.Continuous Learning Orientation: Demonstrated commitment to staying updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in PHP development and configuration management to drive continuous improvement and innovation.In addition, the following mandatory requirements apply:Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.Background Checks: All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.Questions?For more information about this opportunity, please contact Program Manager, Director Enterprise Technology, Ian Duncan, via For application queries, please contact stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.Want to Apply?All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:Comprehensive cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section.ResumeOther InformationAt UQ we know that our greatest strengths come from our diverse mix of colleagues, this is reflected in our ongoing commitment to creating an environment focused on . We ensure that we are always attracting, retaining and promoting colleagues who are representative of the diversity in the broader community, whether that be , , , , or . Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed toIf you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.Applications close 7 April 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-36183). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 16 April 2024.