Senior Web Application Developer

Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
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Position Details

Position Details

Job Title
Senior Web Application Developer

Position Number
8102665

Job Category
University Staff

Job Type
Full-Time

FLSA Status
Exempt

Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus

Department Name
INTEGRATIONS & APPLICATIONS

Location Code
ITS-INTEGRATIONS & APPS (07140A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No

Duties and Responsibilities
This is a senior level position and is responsible for designing, writing, modifying, testing, debugging, documenting, and implementing applications using technologies such as Java, React, Spring, Groovy, Grails, Web Services, SQL, JSP, JavaScript, JQuery, XML, AJAX, ColdFusion, Eclipse, and PHP; gathering and analyzing business requirements; providing project management for multiple development and implementation projects; integrating new applications with existing systems; and developing best practices. Responsibilities may include the development of mobile applications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.
  • Design, develop, test, debug, implement, and maintain web based applications, using Java, React, Spring (MVC/SpringBoot), Groovy, Grails, Web Services, SQL, JSP, JavaScript (JQuery), XML, AJAX, ColdFusion, PHP, RDBMS, and assorted programming languages as needed.
  • Provide system administration support for application servers (Apache Tomcat, Webservices – REST/SOAP, IIS, GIT, Linux, and assorted programming languages as needed.
  • Collaborate with other developers on best practices, code reviews, internal tools and process improvements.
  • Perform requirements analysis and writing design specifications.
  • Analyze and conceive solutions to complex software problems and provide solutions to overcome those problems using web based technologies.
  • Provide technical direction and support to project team members, and may lead the work of others.
  • Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected when finding solutions to business needs.
  • Work with other ITS colleagues to meet the technical needs for assigned projects, consistent with division and department standards for technology and systems.
  • Working directly with the customer to provide app support for production issues and general troubleshooting.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to Loyola’s mission and vision by supporting the ITS core values of service excellence for university strategic initiatives and continuous development/improvement.
  • Proactively manages change through existing change management processes.
  • Perform related duties as required or assigned.


Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related area is required, and at least 5 years of programming experience. Must have knowledge of a broad range of concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related area is required, and at least 5 years of programming experience. Must have knowledge of a broad range of concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
  • Ability to build strong, trustworthy partnerships and value-added relationships with technology and institutional stakeholders.
  • Ability to show initiative and work independently and on teams.
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.


Language Ability:
  • Excellent client facing skills including exceptional oral and written communication skills.
  • Core consulting skills such as business writing and presenting, and analytic comparisons.
  • Excellent documentation skills, and must be able to read, analyze, and interpret general business correspondence and technical manuals. Must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from peers and other Loyola staff, faculty, and students.

Computation Ability:
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Ability to understand and apply concepts such as resource utilization, work effort, percent to complete and project health.

Reasoning Ability:
  • Must be detail oriented, results focused, and possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Generates creative solutions; Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in both group and individual problem solving situations. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance.

Interpersonal:
  • Great attitude and strong work ethic; Ability to work independently and in team settings; Maintains confidentiality and follows ITS and other university policies regarding data security and protection; Balances team and individual responsibilities; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others; Able to communicate technical ideas and concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences
  • Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically; handles sensitive and confidential issues and materials appropriately.

Organizational Skills:
  • Supports the organization’s goals and values; Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Adapts strategy to changing conditions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Strong administrative and organizational skills.


Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related area is required, and at least 5 years of programming experience. Must have knowledge of a broad range of concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.

Computer Skills
  • Experience writing Java J2EE server-side programs using Spring, Struts, Web Services, JavaScript, RDBMS, and SQL is required.
  • Experience with Grails, Groovy, PHP, Oracle, CVS, and Eclipse IDE is a plus.
  • Ability to quickly learn new technologies and concepts is required.
  • Possess a broad knowledge of security architectures.
  • Ability to identify and solve technical problems in a timely manner is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities
No

Required operation of university owned vehicles
No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

Physical Demands
None

Working Conditions
None

Open Date
03/28/2022

Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants
COVID -19 Vaccination Requirement
Loyola requires all faculty, staff, and students to be COVID -19 vaccinated along with receiving the COVID -19 Booster vaccine when eligible. An exemption for a qualified medical or religious reason may be submitted for review/approval.

If you are invited for an on-campus interview, you will be required to provide proof of full vaccination OR a negative COVID -19 test results no more than 48 hours prior to arriving on campus. PCR or rapid antigen test results are acceptable.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement
As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.

Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/19436
Loyola University Chicago
Web Development
Full Time
Onsite
Competitive
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