Senior R&D Web Software Developer (Backend

Company: University of Texas
Location: Austin
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

The University of Texas at Austin Staff Jobs Senior R&D Web Software Developer (Backend) PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS Job Posting Title:Senior R&D Web Software Developer (Backend)----Hiring Department:Applied Research Laboratories----Position Open To:All Applicants----Weekly Scheduled Hours:40----FLSA Status:Exempt----Earliest Start Date:Immediately----Position Duration:Expected to Continue----Location:PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS----Job Description:Web development for applications of satellite navigation (GNSS) data and associated projects (principally backend API development). Development of cloud-based APIs and services.----Job Details:Responsibilities

• Design, implement and test web applications and web APIs.
• Maintain and modify web applications and APIs.
• Troubleshoot software issues that arise in operation of web applications.
• Mentor junior staff as needed.
• Other related functions as assigned.Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, physics, or a related field.
  • Three years of experience and demonstrated ability in web application development using a modern server-side framework such as Flask, Django, Ruby on Rails or Express.
  • Experienced Python developer.
  • Experience with REST API design and implementation.
  • Familiar with SQL databases (e.g. Postgres).
  • Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, as a team member without daily supervision.US Citizen: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.Preferred Qualifications
    • Master's degree in computer science, engineering, math, physics, or a related field.
    • Ten years or more demonstrated experience in web application development.
    • General "full stack" knowledge across a breadth of technologies and platforms, both front-end and back-end, for example: JavaScript and frontend frameworks such as React or Angular, distributed architectures, databases, and other languages, like C++.
    • Experience with AWS or other cloud ecosystem.
    • Experience with open-source tools, including Git.
    • Cumulative GPA of 3.0.General NotesAn agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.Salary Range $82,000-$129,996+/negotiable depending on qualificationsWorking Conditions
      • Standard office conditions
      • Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
      • Use of manual dexterity
      • Some weekend, evening and holiday work
      • Possible interstate/intrastate travelRequired Materials
        • Resume/CV
        • 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
        • Letter of interest
        • Unofficial college transcriptImportant--for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:--You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that--ALL--Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:--As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions--presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.----Employment Eligibility:Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----Retirement Plan Eligibility:The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.----Background Checks:A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.----Equal Opportunity Employer:The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer ,--complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.----Pay Transparency:The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. ---- Employment Eligibility Verification: If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university. ----E-Verify:The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
          • E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
          • E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
          • Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
          • Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]---- Compliance: Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031 . The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the 2020 report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe, Suite UTA 2.206, Austin, TX 78701. Posted 5 Days Ago Full time R_00012457 About Us The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest employers in the great city of Austin, offering thousands of career opportunities in a wide variety of fields. Deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and talented workforce, the university offers competitive salaries, full benefits, an extensive support network,--and above--all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education and public service. Additional information for applicants can be found on the Human Resources web page: Applying for Employment . For more job information, call the Human Resource Service Center at (512) 471-4772, or toll-free at (800) 687-4178.

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