Application Developer
Rutgers University
Hybrid remote in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Job Description
Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Application Developer
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Development
Department
OIT-Enterprise Application Services
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Application Developer for the The Office of Information Technology (OIT). The Application Developer designs and implements integration processes between various Rutgers systems and services using enterprise cloud-based services, including Informatica, Heroku, and Salesforce. Additional tasks related to the ongoing maintenance and improvement of supported web-based applications will also be performed.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Will be responsible for producing technical documentation when requested and ensure all code changes and updates are properly documented according to the university’s standards.
- Suggests technology solutions to business challenges under the direct and/or indirect supervision of the Associate Director of IT.
Position Status
Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.
The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at
https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
FLSA
Exempt
Grade
06
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary
81366.000
Annual Mid Range Salary
102926.000
Annual Maximum Salary
124486.000
Standard Hours
37.50
Union Description
Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience with 3 or more years of relevant work experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, detail-oriented and thorough.
- Excellent at communicating and explaining complex concepts in layman’s terms.
- Able to prioritize, schedule, and complete development, configuration, and testing required for multiple projects with overlapping schedules.
- Able to meet with clients to manage tasks and translate requirements into technical work action items.
- Self-motivated and able to work well with minimal supervision or in a team environment.
- Proficient in object-oriented programming (such as Python, Java).
- Experience with web technologies (such as JavaScript, HTML, CSS, REST, AJAX, JSON).
- Proficient in relational database management systems (such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, MariaDB).
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with cloud computing technologies (such as AWS, Heroku, Informatica, Salesforce).
- Familiarity with Serverless design patterns and CI/CD pipelines.
- Knowledgeable in version control with Git and GitLab.
- Knowledgeable in integrating with RESTful and/or SOAP based web services/APIs.
- Knowledgeable in JavaScript frameworks (such as React, jQuery, Vue.js, Node.js).
- Experience with web development frameworks (such as Django, Spring).
- Experience with enterprise architecture, systems design, database management systems, and emerging web technologies.
- Experience with object oriented (OO) design and systems development in a LINUX/UNIX and networked environment.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- General sitting and standing.
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number
23ST0855
Posting Open Date
03/23/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
Off Campus
City
Somerset
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
