Software Engineer/Developer IV

University of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene – Administration – Office of Information System is seeking a Software Engineer/Developer IV to lead development of in-house applications, websites, interfaces and LIMS supporting WSLH laboratories and divisions. The role requires independent work, strong leadership, CI/CD, cybersecurity awareness, and collaboration with business, technical teams, and vendors.

Initial on-site training with potential hybrid remote work later; senior development with

Qualifications

• Proven Java development experience and proficiency with Eclipse or equivalent IDE.
• Experience with Oracle and SQL Server databases, including advanced SQL and schema design.
• Hands-on DevOps experience with CI/CD, automated builds, deployments and testing.
• Web application development experience with secure coding practices.
• Software QA and testing experience including test plans and scripts.
• Demonstrated technical leadership through mentoring, architecture and code reviews.

Responsibilities

• Research and implement new development tools and infrastructure.
• Automate development and release processes.
• Develop data structures and performance strategies.
• Provide technical guidance to junior staff.
• Review requirements and alignment with IT and business strategies.
• Support labs with testing, reporting and research needs.
• Potentially supervise unit staff and resolve issues.
• Lead application development, integration upgrades and maintenance projects.
• Conduct system analysis and design for upgrades and integration.
• Consult with clients on status and technical issues.
• Design secure, integrated applications meeting business needs.
• Determine testing methodologies and implement test plans.

Skills

Java

Eclipse IDE

CI/CD pipelines

Web application development

Cybersecurity awareness

Mentoring & leadership

Education

4 year degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Oracle SQL Server

GitHub/GitLab

Maven

HL7 interfaces

Nexus (artifact repository)

PHP/JavaScript

Job description

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Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Software Engineer/Developer IV

Job Summary:

The Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH) serves as the public, environmental, and occupational health laboratory for the State of Wisconsin. WSLH is a public sector entity, under the umbrella of the University of Wisconsin.

This position works under the general direction of the Director of Dev/Ops. The Software Engineer/Developer IV is an experienced senior developer responsible for the analysis, design, development and support of in-house applications, websites, interfaces, reporting systems, and the various LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems) that support the laboratories and divisions affiliated with WSLH. This position requires the ability to work independently as well as in teams consisting of staff from multiple areas (business, technical, and vendors). This position will also lead teams in development efforts.

This position involves researching new technologies, methodologies, programming languages and frameworks to develop and support WSLH information systems. This position will review systems for cybersecurity threats and weaknesses, and take corrective actions. This position will work with the Development Team to implement strategies and tools for automated testing, management of source code, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) to ensure quality and keep custom software up-to-date with current technologies.

Typical duties of this position include: performing systems analysis and documenting systems design; working with laboratory analysts to develop solutions (including cloud-based) to support research, analysis and workflows; maintaining and resolving problems with existing programs; working with other development team members to create new web and computer applications; and developing data interfaces and API’s with internal and external systems, customers and agencies.

Initial training is 100% on-site. Upon successful completion of training, hybrid remote work options may be granted at manager discretion.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Research and implement new development tools and associated infrastructure - 5%
• Research and develop ways to automate and improve development and release processes - 5%
• Develops data structure and systems performance strategies - 10%
• Trains and provides technical guidance to lower level staff - 5%
• Reviews systems requirements, design, and business processes to ensure the alignment with IT and business strategies - 10%
• Provide support WSLH Labs to find solutions for testing, reporting, research and other needs - 5%
• May supervise unit staff and resolve routine personnel issues - 5%
• Provides expertise on the resolution and technical approach of complex technical design and system integration problems - 10%
• Leads application development, integration upgrades, and maintenance projects - 10%
• Conducts system analysis, reviews, and interprets system requirements, and develops detailed system design specifications for system integration and upgrades - 10%
• Consults with clients on project status, proposals, or technical issues - 5%
• Ensure that systems are safe and secure against cybersecurity threats - 5%
• Designs and develops well integrated applications that meet present and future business needs - 10%
• Determines testing methodologies and manages the development and implementation of comprehensive test plans - 5%

Department:

Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene – Administration – Office of Information System

Compensation:

Minimum Salary is $100,000/year

· Depending on the experience of a successful candidate, the position will pay according to the salary administration guidelines.

· Actual pay is determined at hire and is based on experience and qualifications.

· This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see http://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience developing applications using Java and integrated development environments (IDEs) such as Eclipse or equivalent tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with Oracle and SQL Server databases, including advanced SQL skills and database design.
• Experience with DevOps practices, including the implementation and use of Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, automated builds, deployments, and testing.
• Experience with web application development, including secure development practices and prevention/mitigation of common cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
• Experience with software quality assurance and testing, including developing test plans, test cases, and automated or manual test scripts.
• Demonstrated technical leadership through mentoring, architecture and code reviews, stakeholder influence, and delivery of customer-focused business outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of Linux operating systems.
• Working knowledge of Git-based source control and collaboration tools, including GitHub and/or GitLab.
• Working knowledge of Maven and artifact repository management tools such as Nexus.
• Working knowledge of HL7 healthcare data exchange standards and interfaces.
• Working knowledge of batch processing and batch job design.
• Working knowledge of PHP, JavaScript, or other scripting/programming languages.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript frameworks (React)
• Approximately 8+ years in software engineering, application development, or enterprise solution delivery, including 7+ years with Java, Spring Boot, or comparable backend technologies.

Education:

4 year degree in Computer Science or related field is preferred.

Contact Information:

Please contact Kelsey Bailey, [e-mail] with questions.

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The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit Human Resources Workplace Poster website.

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