Developer Associate

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, is seeking an IT professional to maintain existing software, help develop code, test and debug, and contribute to data management and analytics initiatives. You will write programs according to specifications and support basic system integration tasks.

Key duties include collaborating with users to define workflows, documenting processes, responding to inquiries, and assisting in design, development, and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with BI and data visualization tools is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintains existing software products and assists in development, testing, and debugging.
• Writes programs according to specifications and supports basic system integration tasks.
• Collaborates with users to develop workflows and best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Decision making

Problem solving

Communication

Use-case analysis

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology or related

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Cognos

SQL

PL/SQL

Excel

Job description

Department: IT AS Data Mgmt/Analytic

Salary/Grade: ITS/78

Target hiring range for this position will be between $72,340 - $74,00 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

Job Summary:

Completes maintenance on existing software products. Assists in developing code, tests and debugging new software or making enhancements to existing software. Writes programs according to specifications from senior staff. Performs basic system integration tasks.

Specific Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning

• Collaborates with users to develop workflow and best practices.
• Assists in all stages of the project, starting from the initial planning stages.

Administration

• Responds to inquiries via phone, online, in-person, etc.
• Creates and maintains software/process/support documentation.
• Routes more complex requests for features/upgrades/changes to appropriate senior staff/management.
• Participates in team/project meetings.
• Identifies database and software performance issues and makes adjustments.

Development

• Assists with design, development, and maintenance.
• Tests and debugs software.
• Writes programs according to specifications from senior staff.
• Codes software applications adhering to designs that support internal business requirements or external user.
• Competes tier 3 troubleshooting.
• Develops reports.
• Prioritizes assigned tasks.
• Opens help tickets with vendors.

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a major such as computer science, information technology, or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• No experience required.
• BI
• Cognos BI
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
• PL/SQL
• Tableau/PowerBI
• Critical Thinking
• Business Intelligence Application Design
• Data Modeling
• Data Warehouse Design/Develop
• Debugging
• Decision Making
• Judgment
• Metadata Creation And Management
• Problem Solving
• Troubleshooting
• Use-Case Analysis
• Code Documentation
• Collaboration And Teamwork
• Cost/Benefit Analysis
• Evaluate Resources
• Functional Documentation
• Iterative & Incremental Development
• Organizational Skills
• Workflow Development & Documentation

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• Analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and within a group
• Desire to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Good written, oral communication, presentation and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)

• Experience working in a higher education institution or the equivalent
• Experience working with a team of functional and technical analysts
• Experience with SQL coding and debugging
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau/PowerBI/Cognos)
• Experience with data management practices

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Exposure to data warehouse analysis and design concepts.
• Exposure to project management concepts and application

Benefits:

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness:

Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development:

Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.