Software Applications Developer I

Texas A&M University System; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View, Texas seeks a Software Applications Developer I to support the Enterprise Applications environment, enhancing ERP applications and integrating systems under supervision.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and four months of related experience, with collaboration to translate requirements into technical solutions, development and documentation of software, and participation in releases and testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Four months related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of intermediate troubleshooting, client relations, formulating and contributing ideas, and knowledge of the Information Technology Interface Library (ITIL).

Responsibilities

• Develops, modifies, tests, and documents software applications based on technical specifications. Works under general supervision to support existing enterprise applications and implement new solutions that align with institutional needs.
• Collaborates with functional users to gather and analyze system requirements. Translates functional specifications into technical requirements for system development and/or configuration.
• Assists with troubleshooting and resolving application-related issues. Provides technical support for enterprise systems in coordination with other developers, infrastructure staff, and vendors.
• Participates in software release planning, testing, and implementation. Assists with creating test cases and validating development changes against functional expectations.
• Prepares and maintains system documentation, including user guides, technical manuals, and process diagrams.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support Enterprise Applications and IT initiatives.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Troubleshooting

Client relations

ITIL

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title

Software Applications Developer I

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Center For Information Technology Excellence

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Important Immigration information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

The Software Applications Developer I, under general supervision, will support PVAMU's digital transformation by contributing to ERP application stability, enhancements, and routine integrations across the Enterprise Applications environment.

The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities

• Develops, modifies, tests, and documents software applications based on technical specifications. Works under general supervision to support existing enterprise applications and implement new solutions that align with institutional needs.
• Collaborates with functional users to gather and analyze system requirements. Translates functional specifications into technical requirements for system development and/or configuration.
• Assists with troubleshooting and resolving application-related issues. Provides technical support for enterprise systems in coordination with other developers, infrastructure staff, and vendors.
• Participates in software release planning, testing, and implementation. Assists with creating test cases and validating development changes against functional expectations.
• Prepares and maintains system documentation, including user guides, technical manuals, and process diagrams.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support Enterprise Applications and IT initiatives.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree
• Four months related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of intermediate troubleshooting, client relations, formulating and contributing ideas, and knowledge of the Information Technology Interface Library (ITIL).
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Job Posting Close Date

10/26/2026

Background Check Requirements

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.