Software Developer/Analyst - Institute for Organizational Excellence

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Software Developer/Analyst to design, maintain, and improve secure information systems supporting research. The role bridges technical infrastructure and research operations, ensuring databases and reporting tools are efficient and accurate.

The position requires 1 year of systems analysis and programming experience, PHP and JavaScript expertise, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in systems analysis, design, and programming.
• Experience with PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) based applications, Unix Web hosting paradigms and Unix command lines.
• Experience with JavaScript frameworks and HTML/CSS toolkits.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and administer databases; design and migrate legacy code to current standards.
• Document code and processes; train internal and external clients; maintain standards and documentation.
• Maintain robust information system infrastructure with standards and improvements.
• Provide technical support and training to users; ensure data integrity.
• Create applications to produce data reports and ensure data security.

Skills

PHP

JavaScript

AngularJS

jQuery

Node.J

Bootstrap

HTML

CodeIgniter

Unix command line

Unix hosting paradigms

Education

Bachelor's Degree in computer sciences or related field

Job description

Software Developer/Analyst - Institute for Organizational Excellence

Hiring Department

Office of the Associate Dean for Research

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Sep 01, 2026

Position Duration

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2027

Location

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

General Notes

This is a grant-funded position and reassignment will be based upon performance, progress toward research goals and continuation of funding. Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

Purpose

This Software Developer/Analyst will design, maintain, and improve secure, reliable, and user focused information systems that support research activities. This position serves as a critical bridge between technical infrastructure and research operations, ensuring that databases, web based applications, and reporting tools are efficient, accurate, and aligned with project and organizational needs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and administer databases. Design, develop, implement, maintain, and enhance web-based and computer-based information systems to ensure efficiency and accuracy to meet research and project needs. Develop and migrate legacy code to current standards.
• Document code, technical and business processes and iteratively refine user documentation and technical specifications. Develop and maintain standards, process improvements and documentation. Communicate with and train internal and external clients.
• Maintain a robust and reliable information system infrastructure including, standards, process improvements and documentation.
• Provide technical support, guidance, and training to both internal and external users. Prepare and disseminate clear instructions for system users and operators, ensuring proper system use and data integrity.
• Create applications to produce data reports. Ensure the integrity of data security and accuracy of data and reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

At least 1 year of experience in systems analysis, design, and programming. Experience or working knowledge of PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) based applications, Unix Web hosting paradigms and Unix command lines. Experience with JavaScripts: AngularJS, jQuery, Node.J, Bootstrap, HTML and CodeIgniter. Excellent attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Values the contributions of others in the work environment. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in computer sciences or related field. Familiarity or experience with program platforms such as A11y, Dockers, RESTful APIs, SMTP, Object Oriented Programming, Tableau, and Python.

Salary Range

$70,000 - $75,000 - depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

• Hybrid work schedule

Work Shift

• M-F, Flexible between 8am-6pm

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

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

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

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• 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 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.