Software Developer | Iowa State University Job at Iowa State University, Ames, IA

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  • Iowa State University
  • Ames, IA

Job Description

Position Title:

Software Developer

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience developing web-based applications; ideally with PHP and Laravel.
Experience developing and using relational databases; ideally MySQL/MariaDB.
Experience developing and using APIs that conform to standard REST principles.
Experience working with non-technical clients to develop project specifications, developing estimates, project planning, and project management; ideally with Jira.
Knowledge of standard coding practices and processes using software repositories for development and deployment; ideally with Git, GitHub, and Microsoft Azure.

Job Description:

The Web Development (WebDev) team in Information Technology Services (ITS) works with campus partners to develop and maintain web-based business applications and manage websites. The individual in this position will design, analyze, develop, implement, and maintain moderate to complex applications. They will consult with and advise clients on the best practices for developing web-based business applications of a medium-to-large size. They will work with a team of full-time developers and manage 2-3 student employees.

Examples of Duties

  • Consult with non-technical end users to define and document specifications and scope of projects.

  • Conduct a variety of software development tasks including program design, program coding, debugging, and documentation for software/systems and applications programs.

  • Develop detailed system-design specifications to meet defined requirements.

  • Modify, maintain, troubleshoot, and support existing web applications.

  • Develop new software services, databases, and application systems.

  • Write Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to bridge between systems.

  • Work on assignments that are generally of a moderately difficult technical nature and may involve leadership responsibilities for application system components.

  • Provide directions to a small group of student developers or support personnel.

Leveling Guidelines

  • Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals.

  • Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues.

  • Works on problems and issues of a moderate scope that interact with multiple systems.

  • Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems.

  • Develops and follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are not always readily available.

  • Provides consulting to other technical and non-technical individuals and teams.

  • Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests.

  • May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff.

  • May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity.

  • May provide guidance to student employees.

All application information must be submitted before March 3rd for guaranteed consideration.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS810

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

February 24, 2025

Posting Close Date:

March 9, 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R16494

About Iowa State University

Iowa State University is a student-centric leading land grant university known worldwide for excellence in science and technology, discovery, and innovation. Operating with the conviction that higher education should be accessible to all, Iowa State offers more than 100 undergraduate, over 110 graduate, and nearly 85 doctoral programs, and is established as an R1: Doctoral University with world-class scholars tackling challenges with innovate research and solutions. Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state ... law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against.

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