Integration Specialist

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Newport (RI); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer-\

Job summary

Salve Regina University in Newport, Rhode Island, seeks an Integration Specialist to manage the integration of software applications, systems, and databases across the university's IT landscape. You will design, implement, and maintain integration solutions using iPaaS, APIs, and data transformation to ensure secure data exchange and interoperability.

Collaborate with OIT teams, vendors, and business analysts to meet strategic goals, develop documentation, establish standards, and provide

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, software engineering or related field, or an Associate's degree with 2-3 years of related experience.
• Minimum of one year of experience in system integration, iPaaS technologies, RESTful APIs, SOAP services, JSON/XML processing and HTTP-based data exchange.
• Experience with no code/low code tools or programming languages.
• Proficiency in integration tools/technologies (middleware, ETL, API management) and hands-on experience with integration methods and protocols.
• Strong understanding of data structures, relational databases, SQL, and data transformation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement integration solutions to connect disparate systems for data flow and interoperability using iPaaS technologies.
• Research and leverage APIs to facilitate communication and data exchange between systems with security and efficiency.
• Analyze data structures, perform data mapping, and define transformation rules to maintain data integrity.
• Collaborate with OIT teams, stakeholders, and vendors to align integrations with strategic goals and scalability.
• Identify and resolve integration issues, troubleshoot, and provide technical support for integrated systems.
• Create documentation of integration processes, configurations, and best practices; develop and enforce standards.

Skills

IPaaS

RESTful APIs

SOAP services

JSON/XML processing

No code/low code tools

Middleware platforms

ETL tools

API management platforms

Data transformation

Data structures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems or Software Engineering

Associate's degree + 2-3 years of experience

Tools

Middleware platforms

ETL tools

API management platforms

Job description

About Salve Regina University:

Salve Regina University, ranked as one of the most transformativecolleges in the United States by Money Magazine, is a comprehensiveCatholic University located in the scenic coastal community ofNewport, Rhode Island. The University's commitment to academicsuccess and personal discovery extends beyond its historic campusinto a dynamic world where the application of higher thinking andskill are most valued. Salve Regina offers bachelor's and master'sdegree programs, graduate certificates, and doctoral programs inhumanities, international relations and nursing. Enrollmentincludes more than 2,600 undergraduate and graduate students fromacross the U.S. and around the world.

Job Description:

This position is eligible for up to two days remote work perweek.

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Integration Specialist will be responsible for managing theintegration of various software applications, systems, anddatabases to ensure seamless interoperability and data flow acrossthe university's IT landscape. This role focuses on designing,implementing, and maintaining integration solutions to supportefficient operations and information exchange.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and implement integration solutions to connectdisparate systems enabling data flow and interoperability acrossthe university's IT ecosystem using our Integration Platform as aService(iPaaS) technologies.
• Research and leverage 3rd party application programminginterfaces (APIs) to facilitate communication and data exchangebetween different systems, ensuring security and efficiency in datatransmission.
• Analyze data structures, perform data mapping, and definetransformation rules to ensure data consistency and integrityduring integration processes.
• Collaborate with OIT teams, stakeholders, and vendors to designintegrations that align with the university's strategic goals andsupport scalability and flexibility.
• Identify and resolve integration issues, conducttroubleshooting, and provide technical support to ensure the smoothfunctioning of integrated systems.
• Create comprehensive documentation of integration processes,configurations, and best practices. Develop and enforce integrationstandards and guidelines.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers,database administrators, and business analysts, to understandintegration needs and requirements.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with OIT teams, vendors, and external supportresources to address complex technical issues and maintaineffective communication channels.
• Participate in all efforts of the OIT department to enhance theeffective use of technology at the University.
• Perform other related duties that may be assigned.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

N/A

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmentalconditions.

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information SystemsScience, Software Engineering or related field or an Associate'sdegree with 2-3 years of related experience.
• Minimum of one year of experience in system integration, iPaaStechnologies, RESTful APIs, SOAP services, JSON/XML processing andHTTP based data exchange.
• Experience with no code/low code tools or programminglanguages.
• Proficiency in integration tools and technologies (e.g.,middleware platforms, ETL tools, API management platforms, etc.)and hands-on experience with various integration methods andprotocols.
• Strong understanding of data structures, relational databases,SQL, and data transformation techniques.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented
• Excellent oral and written communication skills at technicaland non-technical levels.
• Ability to provide exemplary service to our end-users andproactively seek opportunities for service improvement
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude towards providingcustomer service and building relationships with users
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks with theability to follow each to resolution
• Ability to work effectively as a team member or independentlyas appropriate
• Ability to collaborate with administrative users andInformation Technologies staff members
• Ability to provide reliable and dependable service duringcritical times of the University calendar

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in computer science, Information SystemsScience, Software Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in system integration, iPaaStechnologies, or a related field in an educational or similarenvironment.
• Proven experience with modern programming and scriptinglanguages (Python, Powershell, JavaScript)
• Relevant certifications in integration technologies areadvantageous.

Additional Information:

Salve Regina University offers generous benefits to eligibleemployees including (waiting periods apply):

• health, dental and vision coverage available on the first ofthe month following date of hire
• 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA with employee and employercontributions as well as access to advising services
• long-term disability coverage
• employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
• up to 100% free tuition at Salve for eligible employees andqualified dependents
• robust wellness program and free access to the on-campusFitness Center

Other available benefits include:

• supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents
• supplemental insurance coverage through Aflac
• Tuition Exchange scholarship program. Application available forqualified dependents of eligible employees working full-time
• discounted pet insurance through ASPCA
• student loan forgiveness assistance program (SAVI)
• employee Assistance Program through Health Advocate
• flexible spending health and dependent care accounts
• health savings accounts
• 529 collegebound saver program
• paid parental leave and adoption assistance

For more detailed information on Salve's benefits, visit https://salve.edu/human-resources/benefits.

Salve Regina University strives to cultivate belonging valuesthrough diversity, equity inclusion in order to foster a welcomingculture for our staff, faculty and students, as well as the widercommunity. Salve Regina University embraces all people with grace.No matter the path traveled to get here, the Universityacknowledges that many identities will intersect. Salve Reginabelongs to all in its community.