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Title: Software Developer

Division: Finance and Administration

Department: Information Technology

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: Annual Salary

EEO Job Group: 3 E3

Position Summary

The University of Southern Indiana is accepting applications for Software Developer.

The Software Developer is responsible for enhancing, maintaining, and securing in-house developed applications and interfaces to integrate commercial applications used within USI. Administration of applications is generally provided by the Applications Administrator, allowing for segmentation of duties. The Software Developer works with end users in business areas to understand their needs and solve their issues. This person also serves as a backup for other software developers supporting multiple departments and applications, assists with complex projects and issues as they arise, and with training of new software developers.

Duties/Responsibilities 

• Develop enhancements to improve the functionality of in-house developed applications
  
  
• Troubleshoot issues with existing in-house developed applications, and develop patches to correct deficiencies.
  
  
• Evaluate security of existing in-house developed applications, make recommendations for improvements, and implement approved changes
  
  
• Build testing strategies and plans based on project requirements and system design
  
  
• Implement automated and manual test procedures to meet or exceed design standards & performance standards
  
  
• Write documentation related to development work and share ideas with team
  
  
• Enhance the development process by identifying, proposing & implementing improvements
  
  
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems or related field.
  
  
• Proficiency from experience or coursework with database programming with either Oracle PL/SQL or MySQL.
  
  
• Proficiency from experience or coursework with at least one modern programming language such as PHP or Python or similar scripting language. Proficiency with Linux at a user level and shell scripting.
  
  
• Ability to work independently using sound judgment in technical knowledge and problem solving.
  
  
• Attention to detail and timely follow up skills.
  
  
• Strong organizational and communication skills required and the ability to work effectively and respectfully within a diverse environment.

Regular Work Hours/Travel Requirements

About USI   

The University of Southern Indiana is a public higher education institution located on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, IN. We offer employees exceptional benefits! Benefits for this position include:

• Affordable medical, dental, vision, life and short term and long-term disability insurance plans.
• Retirement plan where the University makes the total contribution equivalent to 11% of annual salary.
• Full tuition fee waiver for employees/75% for spouses and dependent children.
• Vacation and sick time
• Holiday pay
• Free access to Recreation, Fitness & Wellness Center.
• Access to on-campus University Health Center and Dental Hygiene Clinic.

For more information about the benefits that USI offers, please visit www.usi.edu/hr/benefits.

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Search Committee Chair:

If you have questions about the open position, please contact Mr. Justin Hill, search committee chair, at jmhill@usi.edu. 

Best Consideration Date:

For best consideration, please submit materials before December 16, 2024.

Pre-Employment Screening

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Authorization to Work in the United States

USI typically will not sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.

Interview Accommodations

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815.

EEO Statement

The University of Southern Indiana is an EEO/AA employer. All individuals including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.