Search #: 495732
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus
Categories: Information Technology

JOB SUMMARY

The University of Connecticut is seeking an enthusiastic individual to fill a full-time position as a software developer in the Information Technology Services organization. Primary duties will include programming support for web service integrations, and reporting. You will be joining a team of experienced IT professionals managing a portfolio of applications for the University’s Planning, Design & Construction, and Facilities organizations.

The successful candidate will provide analysis, design, development, implementation, troubleshooting, and production support for applications managed by the Application & Technology Solutions team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identifies and resolves system errors. Consults with functional users to resolve problems in software systems.
• Writes scripts and/or basic programs to assist with managing software systems.
• Documents modifications made to the hardware, software, or procedures related to the systems.
• Uses various software and hardware tools, installs software and/or hardware.
• Works with vendors and management to develop or enhance software systems.
• Works with technical and functional staff to resolve system integration issues.
• Carries out small to moderately sized technical tasks with minimal assistance and writes summaries of technical project work.
• Responds to inquiries from other departments and collaborates with external departments.

Documents all technical work in user guides for future reference.

• Supports the development of plans and processes to that minimize risk to services or systems due to errors.
• Supports technical projects as part of a project team.
• Usues standard diagnostic techniques to analyze, identify and solve problems.
• Supports senior technical personnel in the installation, upgrade, and maintenance of software systems.
• Supports the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of University information as part of the overall University Information Security Program.
• Performs related work as required.

Additional Job Duties for Software Developer 2

• In-depth technical knowledge and the ability to design and support information technology services in a multi-tiered environment.
• Writes scripts and/or basic programs to assist with managing software systems.
• Implements new software systems.
• Develops procedures, techniques, or programs to analyze or improve the performance and
• efficiency of software and hardware systems. Documents modifications made to the
• hardware, software, or procedures related to the systems.
• Works with vendors and management to develop or enhance software systems.
• Carries out larger technical tasks with minimal assistance, and writes summaries of
• technical project work.
• Develops plans and processes to ensure the availability of services or systems.
• Collaborates with senior technical personnel in the installation, upgrade, and maintenance
• of software systems.
• Plans software development and implementation.
• Contributes to technical projects as part of a cross functional team.
• Collaborates with senior technical personnel in the installation, upgrade, and maintenance
• of application systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree and 4 years of related experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience OR 6 years of related experience
• Experience with Object Oriented Programming (OOP).
• Experience with SOAP and/or REST web services.
• Experience with SQL and relational databases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage complex problems and to work well under pressure.
• The ability to work effectively as a project team member.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Minimum Qualifications for Software Developer 2

• Associate’s degree and 6 years of related experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of related experience OR 10 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in programming activities and projects.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-8 years of programming experience in Java or C#.NET, or equivalent language.
• Experience with Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS), Apache or Tomcat.
• Experience using frameworks such as Spring MVC, .NET Framework, CodeIgniter or similar.
• Experience HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML and CSS.
• Experience programming in Java, C#, PHP, Python or other high-level languages.
• Experience with Eclipse, NetBeans or similar IDE tools.
• Experience with SDLC tools, such as JIRA, Confluence, Bamboo, Jenkins or similar.
• Experience with Oracle Primavera Unifier.
• 2 years of professional work experience in higher education.
• Certifications relevant to this position.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, 12-month, on-site permanent position located on the main campus in Storrs, CT. The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. The hiring range for this position is $61,302-$99,966. Rank and salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate's background and experience

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #495732 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on November 8, 2022.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

Advertised: Oct 25 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Nov 08 2022 Eastern Standard Time