Senior Software Developer & Business Automation Architect

University of Northern Colorado; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UNC Career Hub

Job summary

The University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, CO invites applications for a Senior Software Developer & Business Automation Architect. You will serve as UNC’s senior technical authority for process automation, designing automated solutions across units and supporting financial aid processes.

You will also lead the WebFOCUS reporting ecosystem, maintain the Banner SaaS integrations, and deliver reliable data-driven insights to operational teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a computer or data-related field with at least three years of experience.
• Three years in a technical data and/or technical role with strong problem-solving and programming skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state financial aid.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain automated solutions for recurring business processes.
• Lead complex automations supporting Financial Aid workflows and act as a senior developer for BI needs.
• Provide technical leadership and support to IM&T staff and users in automations.
• Maintain and enhance the WebFOCUS reporting ecosystem and back-end environment.

Skills

Software development

Automation architecture

SQL / data integration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer or data-related field

Tools

WebFOCUS

Banner SaaS

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Senior Software Developer & Business Automation Architect
COMPENSATION RANGE:85,012.00 - 85,012.00 USD per year
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:Professional Administrative

DEPARTMENT:Business Intelligence Data Engineer
TARGET HIRE DATE:10/1/2026

BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 09/17/2026.

Position Summary:

The Senior Software Developer & Business Automation Architect serves as UNC’s senior technical authority for process automation within Information Management and Technology. This position designs and architects automated solutions that streamline recurring business processes across units and serves as the sole senior developer responsible for highly complex automations supporting federal and state financial aid processes. The position also provides senior-level software development expertise to the Business Intelligence unit, delivering accurate and timely operational reports based on institutional data. This advanced technical expertise supports functional users who rely on institutional data to perform their responsibilities and provides stakeholders with reliable information to make informed, data-driven decisions.

1. Software Business Automation Architect — Process Automation (40%)

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain automated solutions that streamline recurring business processes.
• Serve as the sole senior developer responsible for complex automations supporting federal and state Financial Aid business processes.
• Provide technical leadership and development support to IM&T staff and functional users in the design and implementation of business process automations.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex technical issues affecting existing automated processes to ensure reliability and continuity of operations.

Senior Developer — Operational Reporting Ecosystem (35%)

• Serve as a senior developer for the WebFOCUS reporting platform, including troubleshooting system outages, designing and implementing technical solutions, and serving as a technical liaison with WebFOCUS cloud engineering and support teams.
• Support and maintain UNC’s back-end WebFOCUS environment, including the architecture, design, development, maintenance, and ongoing enhancement of UNC’s operational reporting infrastructure.
• Develop and support operational reporting solutions that enable functional areas to access accurate, reliable, and timely institutional data for operational and decision-making needs.

Senior Developer — Complex ERP Data Integrations (20%)

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain complex data feeds, extracts, and integrations supporting UNC’s core Banner SaaS ecosystem.
• Develop and maintain specialized data integrations supporting Financial Aid systems and processes.
• Troubleshoot complex integration and data-processing issues to maintain the accuracy, reliability, and continuity of critical institutional data exchanges.

Banner SaaS ISE Administration (5%)

• Maintain primary technical ownership and administration of the Banner SaaS workflow scheduling tool ISE.
• Design, configure, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot scheduled processes that support critical systems and business operations.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in a computer or data related field and a minimum of three years of professional experience in a similar or relevant role.

A minimum of three years’ worth of experience in a technical data and/or technical role that demonstrates that they have high level skills in problem-solving and programming.

High level problem-solving and programming/computer skills. Knowledge of federal and state financial aid.

Benefits

Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses ofUNCEmployees who are employed at 0.5FTEor above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC

The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 andcontinues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognizedas a top university for socialmobility,UNC isproud tobeaHispanicServing Institutionandto serve more than44%ofourundergraduateswhoarethefirst in theirfamily to attend college.UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub, tolearn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

EEO Statement

The University of Northern Colorado offers an educational and workingenvironment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the UNCcommunity. In accordance with federal and state law, UNC prohibits unlawfuldiscrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, national origin,religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, geneticinformation, and/or veteran status. UNC also prohibits discrimination based ongender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who opposea discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for,assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating todiscrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally protected expression will not beconsidered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is theresponsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure UNC’scompliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

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Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment hasbeen made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.
This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

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