Applications Systems Analyst II

Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Institute of Technology is seeking an Applications Systems Analyst II for Admissions to lead the technical architecture of Slate and related systems, designing and maintaining scalable database structures and serving as a key project lead.

You will coordinate with admissions teams, develop documentation of IT business processes, provide desktop and technology support, and manage multiple time-sensitive projects with attention to data security and integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with at least 3 years of relevant experience in CRM database management.
• Proficiency in SQL, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and Python; ability to hand-write queries.
• Experience with project management and balancing multiple time-sensitive projects.
• Knowledge of data security and integrity; comfort working with Macintosh systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical specialist and database architect for Admissions systems, especially Slate.
• Oversee IT system design, maintenance, and long-term strategy.
• Serve as liaison between admissions teams and IT staff; develop documentation.
• Provide desktop and technology support to Admissions staff.

Skills

SQL

HTML

JavaScript

CSS

Python

Project management

Data security

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Technolutions Slate

FileMaker

Microsoft SharePoint/OneDrive

Job description

Posting Description

APPLICATIONS SYSTEMS ANALYST II, Admissions , will serve as a lead technical specialist and database architect for all Admissions systems, particularly the Technolutions Slate Admissions application. Serve as a key stakeholder and project manager in the long-term design and maintenance of all Admissions IT systems, particularly Slate. Oversee the sustainable structure of the IT systems to ensure that they meet the unique needs of a large, complex, and diverse office. Oversee systems implementation and maintenance, and independently research and resolve complex technical issues. Serve as the technical liaison between specific admissions teams, training and supporting staff on the use of IT systems, developing documentation of IT business processes, and providing desktop and technology support to Admissions staff.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in computer science or related field and m inimum of three years of experience, relevant technical experience in CRM Database management required and Technolutions Slate preferred; ability to design and manage relational databases, and proficiency in hand-writing code and queries, such as SQL, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and Python; poject management experience, including the ability to balance numerous time-sensitive projects accurately, with a keen attention to detail; knowledge of data security and integrity, as well as Apple Macintosh computer experience; ability to work independently with minimal supervision over sustained periods; and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of people and work styles with sensitivity, discretion, and tact.

support MIT’s commitment to access, equity, and inclusion.

PREFERRED

• Experience working in higher education, admissions, or secondary education; or experience in Filemaker, Microsoft SharePoint/OneDrive.

Will be eligible to work a combination of in-office days and remote days each week.

8/17/2026