IT Application Developer

University Of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida Information Technology (UFIT) is seeking an entry level IT Application Developer to join the Applications, Development and Integrations Team on the Gainesville campus.

You will participate in the full software development life cycle, meet with analysts to gather requirements, design solutions, develop code, test, and document ERP enhancements. Strong SQL and relational database skills are required, with experience in at least one object-oriented language.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree; or a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
• SQL and relational database systems (Oracle, DB2, SQL Server) are preferred.
• Object-oriented programming languages (C#, Java, PeopleCode, etc.) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet with analysts to gather, analyze, and prioritize requirements.
• Devise and propose solutions for new projects and enhancements to ERP systems.
• Develop and test new code that maintains the integrity of the ERP systems.
• Develop efficient and performant SQL within the ERP system.

Skills

SQL

Object-oriented programming

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Oracle

DB2

SQL Server

Job description

Classification Title

• Job no: 540875
• Work type: Staff Full-Time
• Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
• Categories: Computer Science, Information Technology
• Department: 14800000 - IT-APPS DEVELOP & INTEGRATION

Associate's degree; or a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Job Description

UF Information Technology (UFIT) is currently seeking seeking an entry level IT Application Developer to join the Applications, Development and Integrations Team, a unit within UFIT.

Employment with UFIT provides an excellent opportunity to work with other employees dedicated and focused on understanding and interpreting the technological needs of the University of Florida’s innovative and inspirational community.

The Applications, Development and Integrations team is focused on building and enhancing enterprise solutions to support critical business processesfor the University of Florida. We are looking for skilled team members whoenjoy using their creative talents to produce business solutions which address the needs of our customers.You will participate in projects to solvebusiness problems and create efficiency. You will work in a collaborative, team environment, participate in thefull software development life cycle and produce quality enterprise solutions. You will be required to meet withcustomers, analyze requirements, propose solutions, create design specifications and prototypes, develop and test new code and document solutions. You will perform enhancements and help maintainexisting applications. You must have excellent communication skills, keep current with the latest trends inapplication development and have a history of producing quality work.

Qualified candidates will have working experience with one or more programming languages as well as SQL (structured query language) and database design.

Some key responsibilities and characteristics of this position are:

• Meet with analysts to gather, analyze, and prioritize requirements.
• Devise and propose solutions for new projects and enhancements to ERP systems.
• Develop and test new code that maintains the integrity of the ERP systems.
• Develop efficient and performant SQL within the ERP system.

About UF Information Technology

Led bySenior Vice President and CIO Elias Eldayrie, the nine departments comprising UFIT are: Academic Technology; AI² Center; Applications, Development, and Integrations; Business Center; Customer Experience and Resource Planning; Data Platform and Analytics; Information Security Office; Infrastructure and Communication Technology; and Research Computing. UF Information Technology (UFIT) enables teaching, learning, research, and service on campus and across the region with state-of-the-art enterprise IT systems, including SEC and SUS universities, and the opportunity to teach using HiPerGator. For more information about UFIT and its goals and governance, visithttps://it.ufl.edu/about-ufit/strategic-plan/ .

About the University of Florida

One of America’s all-around best universities, the University of Florida drives future-making education, eye-opening discoveries, life-saving health care, and community-building collaboration for our state, our nation, and our world. UF is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from Florida’s West Coast, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support various activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer atVisit Gainesville.

Exceptional Benefits

UF provides various leave programs based on an employee’s salary plan, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, personal leave days, and paid family leave. In addition to paid time off, the University of Florida offers a very competitive benefits package.

$61,000-$67,000; commensurate based on education and experience.

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree; or a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience, but does not negate the minimum degree requirement(s).

Preferred

• SQL and relational database systems (Oracle, DB2, SQL Server, etc.)
• Object-oriented programming languages (C#, Java, PeopleCode, etc.) for at least one year
• Issue management or project management
• Ability to search online resources for answers and learn quickly

Special Instructions to Applicants

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

This is not a remote work position and is located in Gainesville, FL.

Applicants are required to submit the following with their application

• Resume
• List of professional references with contact information (Minimum of 3 with one from a previous or current supervisor)

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 07 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time, Applications close: 21 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.