Senior Software Development Engineer

University System of Maryland; Adelphi (MD); On-site; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Tuition Benefits

Training & Development

Credit Union Access

EAP

Job summary

University System of Maryland seeks a Senior Software Development Engineer to design, develop, and support enterprise applications and AI-enabled capabilities. The role provides senior technical guidance across architecture, APIs, and full-stack development while coordinating with USM and external platforms to advance data-driven decision-making and secure, compliant solutions.

The position emphasizes integration, security, and governance, with leadership in software quality and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required; relevant experience may substitute for education.
• Five years of progressive enterprise software development experience.
• Experience building web-based applications using modern tools and methodologies.
• Experience with relational databases and SQL.
• Experience integrating APIs and enterprise systems.
• Knowledge of secure development practices throughout SDLC.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Experience with AI-enabled applications and cloud-based services.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and maintains enterprise applications and AI-enabled solutions.
• Leads architecture, data flows, APIs, and full-stack development across USM systems.
• Oversees integrations with cloud services, external platforms, and institutional data sources.
• Ensures security, accessibility, privacy, and governance within applications.
• Provides technical guidance and support to stakeholders and teams.
• Identifies opportunities for modernization, performance, and reliability improvements.

Skills

SDLC

Source control

App security

JavaScript

Python

PHP

HTML/CSS

Requirements analysis

Enterprise app development

Tech evaluation

Technical documentation

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Project management

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

React

Drupal/WordPress

Azure

AWS

CI/CD pipelines

LangChain

Azure OpenAI

Copilot Studio

Azure Machine Learning

SQL

Job description

Deadline for applications: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Purpose of Position

The Senior Software Development Engineer designs, develops, integrates, and supports enterprise applications, web platforms, data solutions, and AI-enabled technologies that improve the efficiency, reliability, and effectiveness of University System of Maryland operations while providing senior‑level technical guidance to the software development team.

Responsibilities

Enterprise Application Development, Architecture & AI Solutions

• Designs, develops, enhances, and supports enterprise applications
• Provides technical leadership for application architecture, database design, APIs, systems integration, data flows, and full‑stack application development.
• Leads the design and implementation of complex integrations among USM-wide systems, institutional systems, State of Maryland systems, cloud services, and external platforms.
• Designs, develops, and supports AI-enabled applications, intelligent automation, and data‑driven tools that improve business processes, reporting, decision‑making, and user experiences.
• Integrates enterprise applications with AI platforms, large language models, knowledge repositories, APIs, and institutional data sources while meeting security, privacy, accessibility, and data governance requirements.
• Evaluates emerging technologies and develops prototypes or proofs of concept to determine their applicability to USM business needs

Software Quality, Security & Technical Standards

• Establishes and applies software development, testing, code quality, security, and deployment standards.
• Performs or coordinates code reviews, application testing, vulnerability remediation, and performance validation.
• Ensures applications comply with USM cybersecurity, accessibility, privacy, data governance, and technology standards.
• Identifies technical debt and recommends improvements to application architecture, maintainability, reliability, and security

Website & Portal Administration

• Provides technical administration, development, integration, and lifecycle management for web platforms and content management systems, ensuring security, accessibility, performance, availability, and maintainability
• Oversees website governance processes, standards, and workflows to support effective content ownership and lifecycle management across the organization
• Provides technical guidance and support to website stakeholders while ensuring compliance with accessibility, branding, and cybersecurity requirements

Customer Support, Training, and Stakeholder Engagement

• Partners with business owners, system administrators, end users, institutional representatives, vendors, and other stakeholders to support, maintain, troubleshoot, and continuously improve existing enterprise applications and technology services
• Provides user training, troubleshoots technical issues, recommends process improvements, and facilitates knowledge sharing and cross‑training within the IT department

Systems Analysis and Business Process Improvement

• Analyzes business requirements and operational needs to identify, develop, and implement effective technology solutions
• Documents system functionality, business processes, workflows, and technical procedures to support ongoing operations and future enhancements

Annual Salary

$145,000-$160,000

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education Level/Certifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Relevant experience may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.

Required Experience

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience designing, developing, testing, implementing, and supporting enterprise software applications
• Experience developing and supporting web‑based applications using modern software development tools, technologies, and methodologies
• Experience working with relational databases, database design, and SQL
• Experience developing and integrating APIs, web services, and enterprise systems
• Experience applying software quality assurance, testing, and secure development practices throughout the software development lifecycle
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving application, integration, and system issues

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies, software architecture principles, and modern development workflows
• Knowledge of source control systems, deployment methodologies, and application support practices
• Knowledge of application security principles, cybersecurity risks, and secure coding standards
• Proficiency in software development technologies, including PHP, Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and related development frameworks
• Ability to analyze business requirements and translate operational needs into effective technical solutions
• Ability to design, develop, implement, maintain, and enhance enterprise applications and technology solutions
• Ability to evaluate technology solutions and recommend improvements that enhance system performance, security, maintainability, and user experience
• Ability to prepare and maintain technical documentation, system specifications, and operational procedures
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to technical and non‑technical audiences
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with business partners, system stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while meeting established deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education Level/Certifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.

Preferred Experience

• Experience developing enterprise applications using JavaScript frameworks such as React
• Experience developing and supporting content management systems such as Drupal or WordPress
• Experience with cloud‑based application development and services, including Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or similar platforms
• Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment automation
• Experience developing AI‑enabled applications and solutions using platforms such as Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Foundry, Microsoft Copilot Studio, Azure Machine Learning, LangChain, or similar technologies

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, intelligent automation, and large language model (LLM) technologies
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture, application integration patterns, and cloud‑based solution design

Benefits

• Paid Leave: 22 days of annual leave, 15 days of sick & safe leave, 16-17 holidays, 3 personal leave days, 12 weeks paid family medical leave
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with flexible spending accounts
• Retirement Plans: Mandatory and supplemental options with major providers like Fidelity and TIAA
• Life Insurance: Optional term life and AD&​D benefits through MetLife
• Tuition Benefits: Tuition remission for employees and their families
• Training & Development: Free professional development conferences and unlimited LinkedIn Learning access
• Credit Union Access: Membership eligibility for SECU, Maryland's largest credit union
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free counseling, legal, financial, and work‑life support services