Applications Developer 1

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits from date of hire

Retirement contributions

Wellness program

Paid leave

Job summary

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is seeking an Applications Developer 1 to design and implement web-based solutions for access to administrative data and services. You will customize vendor portals and integrate existing systems within ESU's SIS ecosystem.

The role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, experience in SQL and web development, and familiarity with UNIX/Windows environments.

Qualifications

• 1 year as IT Trainee or Programmer 2.
• or 1 year IT experience in applications development or maintenance with an associate degree.
• or 3 years IT experience incl. 2 years in applications development/maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement web-based solutions for access to administrative data.
• Customize and implement portal and vendor products.
• Integrate existing systems with new systems.

Skills

Relational databases

Web development

SQL

C#

Unix

Windows

GitHub

Insomnia

Postman

Oracle WebLogic

Education

Associate degree in IT

Tools

Oracle WebLogic

Insomnia

Postman

GitHub

Job description

As the Applications Developer 1, you will need to think creatively and be comfortable as a Subject Matter Expert for the Universities Ellucian Banner information system and network. You will be an active member of the Computing & Communications Services team and will work closely with the Senior Applications Developer to seamlessly integrate upgrades to support student learning and campus initiatives. You will thrive in this role if you like combining your information technology or coding background and application development experience all while troubleshooting to create comprehensive upgrades for the Student Information System (SIS) and integrated ancillary systems. To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate strong communication skills, proven problem-solving skills, and an extensive understanding of the modern application development life cycle. Your normal schedule will be Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, but you may have to flex your schedule from time to time based on the needs of the business to be a true Applications Developer 1. This role is 100% in-person employment here at ESU. When our team shows up for work, they are energized and motivated to succeed - all while being the most crucial piece to keeping the ESU operations humming.

What Will I Do At ESU? (AKA Essential Duties)

• Design and implement web-based solutions for user access to administrative data and functions.
• Customize and implement portal and other vendor products
• Integrating existing systems with new systems.
• Participate in design and implementation of unified authorization system. Develop security scheme and maintenance mechanisms.
• Independent design and development of real-time and/or batch interfaces using application specific tools and/or web services.
• Meets with clients to determine manual or automated processing inefficiencies or problems, business objectives and operational needs, level of utilization of existing systems, and computer equipment capability to identify information technology alternatives and provide solutions for improving operations.
• Conducts detailed studies of the current system, including its procedures, information flows and methods of work organization and control to develop a logical model of the current system.
• Participates in the development of criteria to evaluate complex user applications and determine whether systems can be created using packaged desktop PC software or require traditional application development efforts.
• Serves as a team member on highly complex departmental systems development projects that involve critical business processes, numerous variables and diverse operational requirements.

What We're Looking For (AKA Qualifications)

Minimum Experience & Training:

• One year as an Information Technology Trainee or Computer Programmer 2.

or

• One Year of Information Technology experience in applications development or application maintenance, and an associate’s degree in any information technology field.

or

• Three years of information technology experience that includes two years of experience in applications development of applications maintenance.

Technical Skills:

• 2+ years' experience with relational database and web development.
• Experience supporting users of computers and information systems. Knowledge of PC spreadsheets and database access tools.
• SQL programming experience required, Oracle Weblogic, C#, Insomina, Postman, Bruno, GITHub, and experience with both UNIX and Windows preferred.

Preferred Systems Knowledge & Experience:

• Ellucian Ethos API Integrations (Spec-Based and Ellucian Partner).
• Ellucian Experience platform.
• Ellucian WorkFlow.
• Evisions ARGOS Reporting Environment.
• ISE Integrations and Job Scheduling.
• Ellucian Insights.

Additional Requirements:

• Aptitude to think critically and apply critical thinking skills to solve problems independently; make independent decisions that support the needs of the University and its students.
• Able to quickly pivot between work tasks when unplanned events occur that need immediate attention.
• Able to read, write, and comprehend English; able to follow verbal instructions.
• Experience with Word, Excel, Teams required.

What We Offer

• Outstandingbenefitspackage including benefits such as medical from date of hire, retirementcontributions, employee wellness program, and paid leave
• Salary: $60,538 annually
• Livingby the Warrior Code:
  • Accountablefor One's Actions
  • Committedto Self-Growth
  • Willingto Sacrifice for the Greater Good
  • Positive,Honest, and Loyal
  • Respectfulof the Environment and Community
  • Dedicatedto Empowering Others

Employment Eligibility & University Commitment

Must be at least 18 years old and be able to read and writeEnglish. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing athorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse,and employment. We are proud ESU is an equal opportunity employer. For moreinformation on President Long's 10-point plan, click here:https://www.esu.edu/president/10-action-plan.cfm