Applications Developer

Fountain; Tulsa (OK); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Tulsa is seeking an Application Developer to design, develop, and maintain software solutions that enhance support for students and staff. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in development, a solid educational background, and strong communication skills. This role includes leading critical projects with a focus on improving educational outcomes for all students.

Qualifications

• 5 years in information systems, 3 years as a developer.
• Thorough understanding of application development life cycle.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain application software.
• Lead critical projects and provide direct support.
• Enhance ability to support students and staff.

Skills

Modern development methodologies

Agile

Scrum

Excellent communication

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Job description

Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of credited service. For more information about the salary for this specific position, please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).

Position Summary: The Application Developer designs, develops, tests, implements, supports, and maintains applications software to enhance Tulsa Public Schools’ ability to support students, teachers, staff, and school leaders. The individual in this role will be responsible for leading critical projects that contribute significantly to the district while receiving and providing direct support and coaching from peers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field; or the ability to demonstrate the necessary technical skills for the role.

Experience:

• Five (5) years’ experience in information systems or the computer science field, with at least three (3) years’ experience as a developer.

Other:

• Thorough understanding of modern system and application development life cycle and large-scale software implementation methodologies, including agile and scrum.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a proven ability to work in cross-functional matrix organizations.

• Exhibits a high degree of professionalism, poise, and tact.

• A belief that all students, from all socioeconomic and demographic backgrounds, are capable of academic success.