IT Software Developers

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah’s UIT is seeking an IT Software Developer II to design, code, and test software applications that support campus services and research initiatives.

Join a collaborative team in a hybrid work environment, with standard business hours, and contribute to high-quality software that serves students, faculty, and staff across campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; 4+ years of related work experience with bachelor’s, or 2+ years with master’s.
• Experience with ERP software development environments is preferred.
• Strong understanding of relational databases and coding standards.

Responsibilities

• Code applications according to specifications from Software Design Engineers.
• Support other programmers and analysts in programming and analysis tasks.
• Investigate tools, features, and limitations of programming languages and ensure efficient, reliable code.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree or equivalent

Tools

PeopleTools

PeopleCode

Application Engine

BI Publisher

nVision Reports

SQL

SQR

C/C++

Job description

Job Title

IT Software Developers

IT Software Developer II

Job Summary

About UIT: University Information Technology (UIT), the central IT service provider for the University of Utah, reports to the U’s Chief Information Officer and is responsible for many of the U’s shared IT services including the wired and wireless network; Campus Information Services (CIS) portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration; digital learning technologies; information security; software licensing; and a host of other IT systems and services.

About the University of Utah: Located in Salt Lake City, the U is the flagship institution of the State of Utah’s system of higher education, home to arts and museum venues and a member of the BIG-12 Conference. Skiing and snowboarding opportunities are a short distance from campus, and opportunities to pursue activities from biking to hiking to fishing abound. Salt Lake City is home to the Utah Symphony and Opera, Ballet West, professional sports teams, and a wide range of other cultural and recreational activities.

Pay Rate

$50,000- $64500.00/yr

Location

Campus, Salt Lake City, UT

Employment Type

Full Time

Schedule

Standard Hours per Week: 40

Work Schedule Summary: Monday-Friday 8 am – 5 pm Hybrid

Responsibilities

• Codes applications according to written specifications and verbal instructions from Software Design Engineers.
• Supports other department programmers and system analysts as well as other technical staff with programming and analysis related activities.
• Investigates vendor products and provides information to programmers and other project members about features and limitations of programming tools and languages: Follows industry recommendations and department programming standards to ensure code efficiency and reliability.
• Attends team meetings and communicates (verbally and in writing) programming issues to appropriate staff and customers.
• Presents finding, recommendations, and specifications both verbally and in writing.
• Tunes and modifies code to ensure efficiency.
• Writes system interface programs.
• Troubleshoots and repairs existing code.
• Investigates system “bugs” and provides input on code fixes and alternative solutions.
• Tests applications and follows department version control and code promotion guidelines.
• Performs analysis on program output and error logs.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

IT Software Developer, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

• 1-2 years’ experience that includes programming experience with large system implementations; a degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field may be used to offset experience.
• Experience in an ERP software development environment.
• Basic knowledge of the overall development process and skills in programming and scripting languages.
• Fundamental understanding of relational database concepts.
• Demonstrated testing and troubleshooting skills; ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated human relations and communications skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
• A strong commitment to excellence in service.
• Experience with coding applications within a Peoplesoft or Enterprise SIS system including PeopleTools, PeopleCode, Application Engine, Application Package, BI Publisher, nVision Reports, PeopleSoft QueryTool, SQL, SQR, C or C++.

Type

Benefited Staff

Job Code

P38272

Grade

P18

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

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As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

Contact Information

University Human Resource Management

250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111

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