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About the Department
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Write programs according to specifications determined during meetings with end users or as supplied by the Programming Manager.
Meet with end users to determine needs and assess utilization of custom applications.
Participate in end-to-end testing. Provide appropriate written documentation of project development and programming code.
Designs new systems, features, and tools. Solves complex problems and identifies opportunities for technical improvement and performance optimization. Reviews and tests code to ensure appropriate standards are met.
Utilizes technical knowledge of existing and emerging technologies, including public cloud offerings from Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.---
Work Experience:
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in computer science or similar field.
Experience:
Over 5 years of experience developing applications in Python.
Good understanding of relational databases and experience writing SQL.
Experience developing applications in React.
Experience administering web servers (Apache, IIS, Tomcat, Nginx).
Experience deploying software to cloud service providers.
Experience developing progressive web applications.
Experience with best practices for UI design/Human Factors.
Experience with multiple RDBMS's (MSSQL, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
Experience with Linux/Unix.
Preferred Competencies
Knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of software development.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Ability to use standard software development applications and tools.
Ability to use analytical and quantitative skills and diagnostic techniques to resolve problems.
Ability to manage complex technical details.
Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical staff.
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Confidentiality related to sensitive University matters such as, strategic initiatives, trade secrets, quiet periods, and scientific discoveries yet to be put in the public domain.
Experience developing test scripts and executing end-to-end system testing.
Experience documenting development projects.
Working Conditions
Our department follows a hybrid work structure that fosters productivity, collaboration, and employee well-being. Working from the office is encouraged for tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
FLSA Status
Pay Frequency
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Benefits Eligible
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
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