Application Developer

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking an Application Developer in the Data, Analytics and Institutional Research department. You will design, develop, maintain, and evolve a portfolio of internally developed systems supporting institutional research, analytics, and reporting.

You will build scalable, secure solutions aligned with enterprise standards and collaborate with campus IT partners to deliver maintainable software across projects.

Qualifications

• Five years of IT-related work experience or equivalent education pathway.
• Proven programming experience in Python, Java and/or C#.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and enhance software applications per detailed specifications.
• Collaborate with campus IT partners to align solutions with enterprise architecture.
• Ensure applications meet privacy, security, and enterprise standards.

Skills

Python

Java

C#

Git

Cloud

Unix/Linux

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

Docker

AWS

Job description

Data, Analytics, and Institutional Research

The University of Illinois is accepting applications for an Application Developer in the department of Data, Analytics and Institutional Research. The Application Developer will design, develop, support, maintain, and evolve a portfolio of internally developed systems that enable institutional research, analytics, and reporting. This position has responsibility for building scalable, maintainable systems to ensure solutions are sustainable, secure, and aligned with enterprise standards. This includes working on assigned software development projects based on limited to detailed technical specifications and up to a complex level of difficulty; analyzing new project requests; creating technical design documentation; and creating, testing, and implementing efficient software.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Create new software applications and provide maintenance or fix defects in existing software applications according to detailed specifications.
• Collect information to refine specifications.
• Utilize appropriate software development tools and techniques.
• Configure and deploy software.
• Create detailed documentation to help others adopt and contribute to the maintenance of applications.
• Test solutions thoroughly.
• Ensure applications adhere to compliance standards (e.g., privacy, security) and align with enterprise standards.
• Monitor applications’ performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to ensure stability, scalability, and reliability.
• Implement new features and improvements aligned with evolving business and data needs, using scalable, maintainable architectural approaches.
• Participate constructively in meetings with relevant, concise, and reasoned analysis of topical matters.
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, campus IT partners, and other DMI/DAIR staff to align solutions with enterprise architecture and data strategy.
• Individually and working with the DMI/DAIR staff, set and manage expectations of customers, resolve customer satisfaction issues, and ensure excellent customer service.
• Represent department on university committees as needed.
• Understand the applicable processes and procedures of the organization and make recommendations in the continual improvement of those processes and procedures, providing for management analysis and recommendations on continuous improvement.
• Explore, identify, and report on useful new technologies that fit within the office’s architectural and strategic direction.
• Contribute to the long‑term evolution of systems through roadmap development, emphasizing sustainability, usability, and performance.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years of work experience in IT‑related functions such as hardware/software support, programming, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or closely related field. College coursework which includes Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline may be substituted as follows: 30 semester hours equals one (1) year, Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen (18) months, 90 semester hours equals two (2) years, Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years).
• Demonstrated experience with programming language and/or development environment, such as Python, Java and/or C#.
• Demonstrated experience with implementation platforms or related technologies, including standard libraries and/or tool chains.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or other relevant field.
• Five years of progressively more responsible work in an IT-related profession including software development experience.
• Experience developing web applications.
• Experience using or knowledge of various shell scripting environments such as bash or PowerShell.
• Experience working in or knowledge of Unix/Linux.
• Experience using or knowledge of database systems such as MongoDB, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
• Experience deploying and supporting software in a cloud environment such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Microsoft Azure.
• Demonstrated experience in gathering stakeholder needs and adjusting to changes.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Understands common data structures and algorithms.
• Proficient in at least one programming language
• Understands software architectures and deployment platforms.
• Knowledge of basic version control terminology, concepts, and tools such as git, subversion, or CVS.
• Ability in communicating effectively and fostering group ownership of work in a high-performance team environment.
• Knowledge of basic concepts from one or more of the following: Mobile development and deployment, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Development with databases and/or message brokers such as RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, or similar technologies.
• Mobile development and deployment using Dart.
• Backend development using Go.
• Knowledge of basic networking terminology, concepts, and protocols.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS.
• Knowledge of deployment container technologies such such as Docker.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5031 - Information Technology Technical Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. The budgeted salary for this position is $85,000- $95,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.

Work authorization sponsorship is not available for this position.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Contact Information

For further information about this specific position, please contact [e-mail]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions — every staff member helps shape what’s next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first‑generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence — where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

Champaign-Urbana

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non‑discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [e-mail].