Principal Systems Analyst

Salary £36,636 - £42,254 Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Package Full time, Permanent Date posted 01/07/2026 Job reference T02903
Every member of our University is part of the inspiring, supportive, and caring community known as Team Teesside. e are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Principal Systems Analyst to lead the analysis, design, and delivery of complex system solutions across the University’s Key Operational Systems (Student Records System, HR/Payroll System and Finance System).
This is a senior role responsible for driving system modernisation initiatives and ensuring that business requirements are translated into robust, scalable technical solutions. You will work closely with key stakeholders and third-party suppliers (where necessary) to deliver high-quality system enhancements.
Strong problem-solving skills, plus the ability to manage competing and quickly changing priorities is key to this role. You should also have a strong attention to detail and a passion for improving systems and user experience.

We are particularly interested in applicants with:

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  Significant experience in a senior systems analyst role within a complex organisation, preferably within the HE sector
• A proven ability working with enterprise systems
• A strong understanding of data structures, databases, and SQL
• A strong understanding and experience working with HTML, CSS and JavaScript
• The ability to ensure solutions adhere to data governance, security, and compliance standards
• The ability to produce high-quality technical documentation and specifications

Please be advised that due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post may qualify for University sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.

If you are shortlisted, your interview will take place via Microsoft Teams. Please note that the University may ask you to participate in a number of selection activities as part of the recruitment process for this vacancy.

Interview date - Tuesday 18 August 2026

What we offer you:

• A holiday entitlement of 185 hours (25 days), increasing to 28 and 30 days after 3 and 5 years’ service respectively, plus bank holidays
• Additional leave over the Christmas and New Year period during the Christmas closure
• Special leave to support a range of circumstances
• Hybrid working arrangements: 40 percent On Campus and 60 percent Remote working
• Flexi time scheme
• A variety of provision to support staff with personal development and recognition
• A range of family friendly benefits
• An employee benefits platform which provides discounts with 350+ retailers and access to health and wellbeing resources

More information about our benefits and an employee benefits brochure can be found here