Software Developer/Analyst

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Eligible for hybrid telework

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Austin seeks a Software Developer/Analyst to advance its mission through software solutions. The role involves developing and maintaining systems for educators and students, requiring strong coding skills in various technologies. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary, with a flexible hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in systems design, analysis, and programming in a university environment.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, test, and debug complex code.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance software solutions for students and staff.
• Write custom code and maintain student information systems.
• Collaborate with staff to solve real-world challenges in education.

Skills

Python

MySQL

HTML

CSS

Version Control Systems

PHP

Natural

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Django framework

Oracle

PostgreSQL

Job description

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Hiring Department

OnRamps

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Exempt

Earliest Start Date

Immediately

Position Duration

Expected to Continue

Location

AUSTIN, TX

Job Details (General Notes)

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays
• Eligible for hybrid telework

Required to work in a hybrid environment with multiple days on campus. May require evening and weekend work during intense cycles of work.

Purpose

The Software Developer/Analyst advances OnRamps' mission by developing, maintaining, and enhancing software solutions that serve both internal staff and external partners. Collaborate with OnRamps staff to solve real-world challenges faced by students, educators, and institutional partners. Leverage an array of technologies to ensure seamless operations, improve user experiences, and support the delivery of transformative education programs. By combining technical expertise with interpersonal skills, create impactful solutions that directly enhance the educational experience for thousands of learners.

Responsibilities

• Writes custom code, configures software, and builds integrations; designs, develops, maintains, and enhances student information systems. Tests code thoroughly and evaluates readiness of changes. Follows and provides feedback on policies and procedures. Communicates project timelines and setbacks proactively. Understands system interdependencies and business value of tasks.
• Deploys new technologies and applications following best practices. Establishes and executes test procedures and debug programs. Reviews and provides feedback of others’ programs and systems. Proactively creates and improves documentation. Identifies needs for new or updated documentation. Demonstrates detailed technical and functional knowledge.
• Develops an in-depth understanding of business definitions and needs, asking clarifying questions and addressing ambiguity by working with other OnRamps staff. Develop the ability to communicate technical information effectively and meaningfully to OnRamps staff and stakeholders. Works closely with other campus IT teams to optimize University-wide resources and improves the quality of IT services for OnRamps clients.
• Demonstrates initiative and exercises appropriate judgment to perform actions within job function. Shows initiative in identifying and completing training and professional development needs and opportunities. Proactively shares knowledge with colleagues.
• Demonstrates the ability to weigh alternatives and recommends the best technical solution while receiving a high-level of guidance and direction from technical leads or functional group supervisors. Work is reviewed periodically by technical leads, supervisors, or management.
• Reports status on time and with accuracy. Demonstrates the ability to effectively manage competing priorities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• At least one year of experience in systems design, analysis, and programming in a university environment. Demonstrated ability to analyze, test, and debug complex code
• Proven track record of successful project delivery in prioritized time frames
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Demonstrated initiative to learn new skills, programming languages, and systems
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with Python, MySQL, HTML, CSS, and Version Control Systems
• Experience with Web Frameworks
• Available after hours on an occasional basis

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• More than three years of experience in systems design, analysis and programming in a university environment.
• Experience working with student information and its relevant operational data source systems, such as Canvas LMS or an institutional SIS.
• Demonstrated experience in the following programming languages: PHP, Natural, Python, JavaScript.
• Demonstrated experience with the Django framework
• Demonstrated experience in the following databases: Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
• Demonstrated creative problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Experience writing technical documentation.

Salary Range

$75,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Required to work in a hybrid environment with multiple days on campus.
• May require evening and weekend work during intense cycles of work.
• May work around standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Shared desk environment
• Hybrid work environment
• Climbing of stairs
• Use of manual dexterity

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Important

For applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi‑select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important

For Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log‑in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) if this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP‑3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.