Application Developer I

Rutgers University

New Brunswick (NJ)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation and holidays
Competitive retirement benefits
Employee educational benefits
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs

Job summary

A leading research university located in New Jersey seeks an Application Developer I to design and implement integration processes between various systems using cloud services like AWS and Oracle. The role involves maintaining web applications, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing performance. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's in a related field, strong technical skills in programming and web technologies, and at least three years of relevant experience. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and is eligible for flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
  • Minimum of three years of relevant work experience required.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, detail-oriented, and thorough required.
  • Ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects with overlapping schedules.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement data integration processes using cloud services.
  • Maintain and improve web-based applications and integration processes.
  • Troubleshoot problems and work closely with users to resolve issues.
  • Participate in change management and testing activities.
  • Apply performance optimizations as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills
Troubleshooting skills
Organizational skills
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Object-oriented programming (Python, Java)
Web technologies (JavaScript, HTML, CSS)
Relational database management (PostgreSQL, Oracle)

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Django framework
JavaScript frameworks (React, jQuery, Vue.js)
AWS
Git and GitLab
Jira
Confluence

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Application Developer I

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Information Technology

Department: Enterprise Application Service

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Application Developer I in the Central Administration within the Office of Information Technology (OIT).

Under the direction of the Director of IT for Enterprise Student Services and Integration, the Application Developer I designs and implements integration processes between various Rutgers systems and services using enterprise cloud-based services, including AWS, Heroku, Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. Additional tasks related to the ongoing documentation, maintenance, and improvement of supported web-based applications will also be performed.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

  • Designs and implements data integration processes between various Rutgers systems and services using enterprise cloud-based services, including AWS, Heroku, Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology.
  • Maintains and improves supported web-based applications and integration processes and communicates with vendor support teams, as necessary.
  • Troubleshoots problems, works with staff to resolve problems; works closely with functional users to understand and resolve open issues.
  • Participates in change management and release management activities. Identifies and reports risks, issues, and dependencies of assigned tasks/projects.
  • Participates in test planning, performs unit, integration, performance, and user acceptance testing as needed, and applies performance optimizations.
Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discount programs
Position Status

Full Time

Standard Hours

37.50

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description

HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field required. Plus, a minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience required.
  • Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements.

Certifications/Licenses:

  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, detail-oriented, and thorough required.
  • Must have effective organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to take charge, gain support and commitment, initiate actions, and make logical decisions.
  • Able to prioritize, schedule, and complete development, configuration, and testing required for multiple projects with overlapping schedules.
  • Able to meet with clients to manage tasks and translate requirements into technical work action items.
  • Self-motivated and able to work well with minimal supervision or in a team environment.
  • Proficient in object-oriented programming (such as Python, Java).
  • Experience with web technologies (such as JavaScript, HTML, CSS, REST, AJAX, JSON) required.
  • Proficient in relational database management systems (such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, MariaDB).
  • Demonstrable knowledge of distributed systems architecture, messaging, and REST protocol.
  • Good understanding of accessibility and implementation of accessible solutions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Experience with Django framework or other Python web development frameworks, preferred.
  • Experience with JavaScript frameworks such as React, jQuery, Vue.js, and Node.js, preferred.
  • Familiarity with AWS, Heroku, Oracle Integration Cloud, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, preferred.
  • Knowledgeable in version control with Git and GitLab, Jira, and Confluence, preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing.
  • No special vision requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT;

  • Office environment.
  • Moderate Noise.
Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST0569

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Off Campus

City: Somerset

State: NJ

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