Enterprise Software Engineer II

Dartmouth College; Hanover, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College is seeking an Enterprise Software Engineer II in Hanover, NH, to join a DevOps-focused software engineering team. You will contribute across the full software lifecycle, from architecture to deployment, supporting both client-side and server-side development using Ruby, Java, Python, JavaScript, and related frameworks.

Expect collaboration across multiple teams and a strong emphasis on scalable, secure solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years’ experience in the design, development, and implementation of software systems in an enterprise application environment.
• Experience with relational databases and software administration.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with software engineers, infrastructure engineers, and customers to produce high-quality deliverables throughout the application development process, including design, implementation, integration, testing, and support phases.
• Develop integrated systems using software engineering processes and determine business requirements in collaboration with clients.
• Independently diagnose, debug, and resolve defects and write technical requirements.
• Execute and troubleshoot applications, including system maintenance, security, upgrades, monitoring, and automation.
• Provide system-level support to customers and other engineers by executing tests, reproducing defects, and documenting defect analysis in tracking systems.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Ruby

Javascript

Python

Java

Rails

React

Spring

Boot

Kubernetes

Docker

Git

REST APIs

Job description

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Position Information

Posting date 10/08/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1128440

Position Title Enterprise Software Engineer II

Hiring Range Minimum $87,700

Hiring Range Maximum $109,600

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status Exempt

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Location of Position Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Hybrid

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months. NA

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose The Enterprise Software Engineer II ( ESEII ) works within a software engineering team to provide technical leadership and support for a single software application. The role is involved in all aspects of software development, from architecture and design to implementation and testing. The ESEII also monitors hardware utilization and develops strategies for effective resource utilization, providing technical direction to less experienced programming staff members and maintaining their technical expertise. As a member of a DevOps team, the ESEII upgrades all components of the technology stack to ensure comprehensive and efficient service delivery to clients.

Description Join our software engineering team at Dartmouth where you’ll find a world class fusion of renowned liberal arts college and robust research university. We are looking for a ‘T-shaped person’ who can combine deep expertise with broad knowledge to solve problems. The ideal candidate has practical experience at the intersection of packaged software and custom development. We design, build, and customize reliable, secure, scalable solutions. We use languages like Ruby, Javascript, Python, Java, and frameworks like Rails, React, Spring and Boot, and maintain and interact with apps built on many technology stacks. Experience with both client-side development and server-side development is strongly desired. Experience also with SQL, Relational database is important as we use Oracle and Postgres databases. We integrate systems using RESTful APIs, database calls, and other tools. Understanding and experience maintaining different approaches is desired. You will become comfortable designing integrations and analyzing tradeoffs between approaches. We are evolved our automation of infrastructure, infrastructure-as-code, and how Software and Infrastructure Engineers work together. Help us continue to define what DevOps means at Dartmouth. We use a lot of different tools. You will be skilled in multiple programming languages and familiar with many. Our team administers Dartmouth’s Student and faculty facing applications and services. Dartmouth uses Kubernetes, docker, Git, and many other platforms. Experience with SaaS and on-premises packaged software will be helpful. Every member of our team works with customers, management, and other teams every day. Can you explain and discuss business and technical information verbally and in writing? Our team uses Agile and Scrum and is responsible for multiple solutions. Our team members work on multiple projects with other teams. You will balance multiple projects, evaluate priorities, and communicate choices inside and outside the team. We embrace diverse, high initiative and collaborative people.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Three years’ experience in the design, development, and implementation of software systems in an enterprise application environment.
• Experience with application design and maintenance in relational databases and software administration.
• Programming experience in a multi-tier and cross-platform systems environment.
• Experience supporting a large system implementation.
• Familiarity with deploying through and managing CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience installing and maintaining vendor-provided software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Experience in database administration, application design, and maintenance in an enterprise environment.
• Experience supporting large system implementations, resolving complex problems, and integrating distributed systems including networking.
• Experience with automation, deploying and maintaining complex systems, developing REST APIs, and understanding APIs and web services.
• Demonstrated expertise in performing root cause analysis on distributed systems, leading client relationships and consulting, and using Agile methodologies and project management methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, lead team initiatives, mentor and teach others, and utilize source code control systems.
• Familiarity with cloud technologies such as AWS , Azure, or GCP or OCI and computer security systems.
• Skills in application upgrade, cloning, installation, and understanding of MVC architecture.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Joe Doucet

Department Contact Phone Number

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Joe Doucet, Associate Vice President, Enterprise Systems Group

Department Contact's Phone Number

Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function

• Collaborate with software engineers, infrastructure engineers, and customers to produce high-quality deliverables throughout the application development process, including design, implementation, integration, testing, and support phases.
• Develop integrated systems using software engineering processes and determine business requirements in collaboration with clients.
• Independently diagnose, debug, and resolve defects and write technical requirements.
• Execute and troubleshoot applications, including system maintenance, security, upgrades, monitoring, and automation.
• Provide system-level support to customers and other engineers by executing tests, reproducing defects, and documenting defect analysis in tracking systems.
• Utilize software configuration management to maintain software files and build and install software in development and application environments.
• Design and perform software module unit tests, software integration, and facilitate user acceptance tests to ensure correct application operation and quality.
• Identify gaps between software functionality and business requirements, suggest potential solutions, and report findings and recommendations to project leadership and advise Domain Leadership on existing systems’ use, risks, and options.
• Serve as a technical leadership resource on an application within a portfolio with knowledge of software and data design, systems analysis techniques, and business functions.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support for critical production systems, ensuring rapid response and resolution to any issues that arise, including weekends and holidays.

Percentage Of Time 50%

Collaboration and Relationship Management

• Be curious and respectfully inquisitive concerning client processes.
• Develop relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders to understand their needs and provide them with the best possible solutions.
• Be empathetic and develop a relationship with clients and colleagues across the organization.
• Serve as a conduit to other ITC resources, providing a mechanism for communication, tracking, and follow-up on client issues raised.
• Provide roadmaps of releases and upcoming changes.
• Build strong relationships with peers and interact with other departments in order to achieve goals and meet project requirements.
• Share insights and helpful tips with team members to improve group operations.
• Handle a relationship with a client within one department.

Percentage Of Time 30%

Training and Development

• Collaborates with senior software engineers and architects to improve professional growth and development.
• Communicates with senior software engineers by sharing knowledge, listening to advice, and taking assistance, as needed.
• Seeks mentorship and assistance for complex technical challenges to ensure project success.
• Takes responsibility for personal and professional growth through new learning opportunities and staying up-to-date with industry advancements.

Percentage Of Time 15%

Other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time 5%

Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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