Applications & Data Systems Lead (Python/Django)

University of Texas at Austin; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Manager, Applications & Data Systems to provide hands-on technical leadership for CCCSE's web applications, survey and data systems, relational databases, integrations, and operational technology platforms on the UT Main Campus.

This role leads the Python/Django platform, mentors junior IT staff, and drives modernization and secure, scalable solutions that support CCCSE operations and institution-facing services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, software engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible professional software-development experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in Python and Django applications, including secure development practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, test, document, and deploy secure Python/Django applications, APIs, and integrations.
• Provide technical leadership across CCCSE's applications, databases, survey platforms, and integrations.
• Improve connections among applications, databases, and workflows to reduce manual work and improve maintainability.
• Work with CCCSE staff to analyze processes, gather requirements, and deliver usable solutions supporting survey administration and analytics.
• Supervise and mentor a junior IT staff member; establish development/testing standards and maintain documentation.

Skills

Python

Django

APIs

Databases

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, software engineering, or a related field

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Manager, Applications & Data Systems to provide hands-on technical leadership for CCCSE's web applications, survey and data systems, relational databases, integrations, and operational technology platforms on the UT Main Campus.

This role leads the Python/Django platform, mentors junior IT staff, and drives modernization and secure, scalable solutions that support CCCSE operations and institution-facing services.