Applications Developer
- University of Maryland
- Location: College Park, Maryland
- Category:
Admin-Other Administrative Positions
- Posting Date: 03/15/2023
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Position Number:
123488Title:
IT Programmer AnalystFunctional Title:
Applications DeveloperCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.0Unit:
LIBR-LibrariesCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
University of Maryland Libraries’ Digital Services and Technologies (DST) Division provides systems support and development services to the University System of Maryland and Affiliated Institutions (USMAI) Library Consortium. The applications developer works independently and collaboratively with DST team members and staff at USMAI libraries to develop, configure, and extend existing and new applications that address the needs of the consortium’s 17 libraries. Supported applications include a mix of commercial, open source, and locally-developed systems.
This position works across departments, working on initiatives of the USMAI team and participating in the procedures, practices, and knowledge sharing of the Software Systems Development and Research (SSDR) team. The position reports to and receives work assignments from the Head of Consortial Digital Initiatives.
The incumbent will participate in activities throughout all phases of the software development lifecycle, producing thorough documentation, managing applications using version control, and following team procedures and workflows for code release. UMD Libraries is a collaborative environment with opportunities to share knowledge and experiences with other developers and Libraries staff. All team members are relied upon to identify and recommend solutions that enhance the work of the USMAI team, staff of USMAI member libraries, and users at the consortium’s libraries.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree required.
Experience:
Experience:
At least two years of programming experience required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrated understanding of tools for structured data processing, including relational databases, serialization formats (such as XML), and data focused languages (such as SQL or XSLT).
- Demonstrated ability to research and learn new technologies and programming languages.
- Strong user service orientation.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communications skills.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a field related to information sciences, computer sciences and engineering, or information management.
- Working knowledge of UNIX/Linux.
- Familiarity with object-oriented programming.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve complex technical issues.
- Familiarity with Kubernetes, including designing, deploying and administering applications in a Kubernetes framework.
- Familiarity with API design and integration including standard API.
- Experience programming using Java or Python.
- Prior experience supporting IT in an academic research library.
- Experience with integrated library systems or library system platforms.
- Experience with relational database design, development and use including Oracle, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
- Experience using version control software, especially Git.
- Experience with web development and related technologies, such as HTTP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Additional Information:
Candidates must be able to legally work in the United States. UMD Libraries will not be able to sponsor employment.
Salary range: $58,840- $73,550.
Background Check Requirement
Salary range: $58,840- $73,550.
Background Check Requirement
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. A prior criminal conviction or convictions will not automatically disqualify a finalist from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, you will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding your background check. You will also be provided an opportunity to appeal any decision prior to a final outcome.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Normal Office duties
Posting Date:
03/15/2023Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
04/05/2023Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.