Org Marketing Statement
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 35,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property — for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online , on UTSA Today or on X (formerly Twitter) , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube or LinkedIn .
In 2024, the UT System Board of Regents authorized UT System to begin integrating UTSA and the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio into one unified institution, establishing a world-class university that integrates academic, research, and clinical excellence to build a profoundly impactful university of the future. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand capacity to offer robust undergraduate and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address the evolving needs of the region.
Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 10/1/2024. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary Range: Up to $75,500/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours: 40 hours per week, exempt.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume is required.
- Cover letter is required.
Job Summary
Essential Functions
Function: Under minimal supervision, the Enterprise Systems Programmer is responsible for developing and maintaining large-scale applications and databases by evaluating client needs, analyzing requirements, and developing and maintaining new and existing software systems to meet the university's business requirements.
Scope:
Development of new and custom applications using the full System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and ITIL 4 principles. Update and maintain code, code repositories, application documentation, and Service Now knowledge articles.
Core Responsibilities
- Develops and helps to architect Enterprise web-based applications using 3-tier software architecture and agile methodology.
- Understands the different methodologies utilized in the Software Development Life Cycle and support the projects through the entire lifecycle (SDLC) including design, development, testing, and production release and post-production support.
- Develops web services, Web Services Description Language (WSDL), Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), XML, and Windows Communication Foundation classes (WCF).
- Works with the Data Architect and Sr. Systems Analyst to design and develop layouts for web, windows, and mobile applications.
- Develops prototypes using the functional specifications for software projects.
- Documents application workflows through flow chart diagrams.
- Supports and maintains implementations of complex off-the-shelf components or applications requiring development.
- Creates and maintains incidents, service requests, project tasks, and change management requests under UTS SLAs.
- Assists, develops, and supports integrations to new and existing software and or enterprise systems.
- Assists in consulting with key customers and external entities, to define business requirements, create and document technical strategies to support the development of solutions in support of the University business functions, and provide technical support for driving the solutions to implementation.
- Responsible for utilizing source control management tools i.e., GITLAB.
- Participates in user and peer review testing. Implements fixes and provides feedback for applications.
- Follows and provides feedback on applicable software development processes, policies, procedures, and coding standards.
- Architects the design, development, testing, and implementation of custom applications, database solutions, SQL stored procedures, functions and/or packages that support custom applications.
- Identifies system deficiencies and works on developing and implementing solutions.
- Works to meet all development deadlines and schedules.
- Consistently delivers high-quality products; prioritizes and executes tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Proactively initiates, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with team members; follows through with commitments and fosters mutual trust with fellow employees; cooperates with a variety of people to achieve desired results.
- Proactively seeks opportunities to broaden and deepen knowledge base and proficiencies; shares acquired skills with team members through formal and informal channels.
- Mentors junior developers in best practices, appropriate use of design pattern, coding standards, and security guidelines.
- Stays abreast of industry trends and all applicable technologies, including scripting, security issues, authoring tools, and new languages to broaden and expand knowledge base and proficiencies.
- Assists with special projects, new technologies, and deadlines.
- Assists in architecting and developing software solutions utilized university-wide to support areas such as but not limited to student, faculty, and staff services, ERP systems, and applications to support University business functions.
- Troubleshoots and corrects performance problems related to web, desktop, and mobile applications; provides technical assistance and training by responding to inquiries regarding errors, problems, or questions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited university.
- Technical training and/or experience may be substituted for a degree on a year-for-year basis.
- Three or more (3+) years of experience in enterprise application development, analysis, systems design, and programming using OOP techniques and full project lifecycle.
- Three (3) years of experience developing stored procedures, functions, and packages using MS SQL 2005+.and/or Oracle PL/SQL.
- Three (3) years of experience developing using .net, c#, or other scripting languages.
- Experience developing ETL processes and reports.
- Ability to manage midsize enterprise-level project development.
- Proficiency with systems design, programming, and scripting.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
Additional Information
- UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
- This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
- Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
- Valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as applicable.
Working Conditions
Working Environment:
- Office and data processing environment.
- Occasional exposure to extreme cold and risk of electrical shock.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Occasional travel to and from meetings, training sessions, or multiple university-owned campuses and leased spaces.
- Required to be on stand-by call status for overtime, evenings, after hours, odd hours, shift work, weekends, and/or holidays as needed. Flexibility in scheduling may be required.
Physical Demands:
- Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
- Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
- Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
- Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
This position primarily works
remotely in Texas but may work on campus on an infrequent basis (approximately four days or less per month). When an employee is required to work on campus, travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility. Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.