CSE-IT Software and Web Developer 1

Responsibilities
60 - Application Development
- Code applications, systems, or websites based on detailed specifications.
- Test, debug, enhance, and provide ongoing maintenance of applications, systems, or websites based on detailed specifications.
- Create readable, scalable, testable, and maintainable source code utilizing best practices
- Write unit and feature tests for new and/or existing application features
- Follow university guidelines for accessibility and security and remediate gaps following detailed specifications
- Track progress in Asana (project management tool).

30% - Consulting, Support, & Documentation
- Consult with stakeholders on application, system, or website requirements.
- Provide excellent technical support, instruction, and training for CSE customers.
- Troubleshoot application, system, or website issues, evaluating and following through on incidents and problems until resolved or escalated.
- Perform manual and automated testing of applications during all phases of the software lifecycle
- Create and maintain user-facing and IT-facing documentation.
- Provide ongoing maintenance of applications, systems, or websites including routine system maintenance tasks involving scripts, logs, and administrative interfaces.

10% - Collaboration & Professional Development
- Participate in related CSE and University professional groups and/or Communities of Practice to ensure the needs and interests of the College are represented.
- Contribute to, understand, and carry out the IT@UMN vision and strategy.

Required Qualifications
- A BA/BS degree in a field related to the position; or a combination of related education and work experience in the areas of application/web/systems development to equal four years.
- Ability and motivation to collaborate effectively with a team.
- Strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
- Experience with PHP or Python.
- Experience with Linux or Mac operating systems and performing command-line operations
- Experience with revision control systems, especially Git or GitHub.

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working as part of a Scrum Development Team.
- Experience developing and providing support for secure and accessible web-based applications.
- Past coursework or experience that includes software engineering, database systems, and user interface design as it relates to web usability, accessibility and/or security.
- Experience with Unit and/or Feature Testing.
- Experience with PHP frameworks such as Laravel.
- Experience with HTML and CSS.

CSE-IT provides technology services to support the mission of the College of Science and Engineering. CSE-IT stands as a dedicated advocate for faculty, staff, and students, ensuring reliable and proactive support for the college and its departments. We support and uplift others, and respect contributions, promoting good work-life balance and cooperation within the team. We accomplish our goals by being visibly responsive, having a future mindset, and fostering faculty success.

Pay Range: $31.25 - $34.85/hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).