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Application Software Developer

University of Chicago

Chicago, ILHybridPosted 39 days ago$80,750 - $95,000/year
Full TimeMid LevelTech & Data (Health IT)Academic
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Summary

The Research Computing Center (RCC) is seeking a highly motivated Application Software Developer to work closely with faculty and researchers at the University of Chicago. The person in this position will be a software developer assisting with the development of and improvements to faculty and researchers' software projects. The successful candidate will contribute to the application development team's goal of successfully completing software development projects on time, maintain the team's application portfolio, assist with the creation of project specifications documentation and prototypes and do well in a mentoring environment while learning new technologies and systems.

Job description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain web applications using technologies such as Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and relevant frameworks (e.g. React, Angular, etc.).
  • Design, develop, test, and deploy web and application software solutions using industry best practices and methodologies.
  • Build and maintain server-side applications using language such as python and ensure secure and efficient handling of data and application logic.
  • Work with the system team to maintain the on-premises infrastructure where app dev websites are hosted.
  • Streamline the app dev DevOps lifecycle.
  • Administer, maintain, and contribute to WordPress sites created by the RCC.
  • Work closely with faculty to identify and develop applications that support or advance their research.
  • Collaborate directly with faculty, researchers, users and RCC colleagues.
  • Peer review team members contribution.
  • Define and document project requirement and deliverables.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for development processes and operational procedures.
  • Assist with the design, architecture and implementation of software solutions.
  • Develop applications within the group continuous integration and continuous delivery automation processes.
  • Suggest ideas and use practices and processes and technologies that allow development and operations of the team to work together to streamline product development.
  • Supports and maintains existing applications.
  • Works with web developers and responds to requests from users.
  • Works with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements for developmental programs.
  • Receives a moderate level of guidance to design applications to meet University and business requirements.
  • Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Linux/UNIX systems and shell scripting.
  • Experience with Python programming language.
  • Experience with web development technologies (JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Docker, and frameworks).
  • Skillful at developing, designing, deploying and supporting applications.
  • Basic knowledge of relational and non-relational (NoSQL) databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Cassandra.
  • Experience developing and integrating RESTful APIs to connect web applications with external services and data sources.
  • Experience with Git and in general with version control.
  • Identify and gain expertise in appropriate new technologies and/or software tools.
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD pipelines).

Preferred Competencies

  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to understand and translate researchers' scientific goals into technical requirements.
  • Ability to identify and gain expertise in appropriate new technologies and/or software tools.
  • Ability to function as part of an interactive team while demonstrating self-initiative to achieve project's goals and Research Computing Center's mission.
  • Strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well with faculty and researchers.
  • Versatile, enthusiastic, and eager to learn new skills.
  • Possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment.

Requirements

  • College or university degree in a related field
  • 2-5 years of related work experience
  • Knowledge of Linux/UNIX systems and shell scripting
  • Experience with Python programming language
  • Experience with web development technologies (JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Docker, and frameworks)
  • Skillful at developing, designing, deploying and supporting applications
  • Basic knowledge of relational and non-relational (NoSQL) databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Cassandra
  • Experience developing and integrating RESTful APIs
  • Experience with Git and version control
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD pipelines)
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills
  • Ability to understand and translate researchers' scientific goals into technical requirements
  • Strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, attention to detail
  • Ability to work well with faculty and researchers

Benefits

  • Health
  • Retirement
  • Paid Time Off

Company overview

The University of Chicago is a world-renowned private research university founded in 1890 and located in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood. As a premier academic institution, it operates one of the most comprehensive biomedical research enterprises in the United States through its Biological Sciences Division, which includes over 1,100 faculty members across 10 basic science and 14 clinical departments. The university manages extensive research infrastructure including the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center, multiple specialized research institutes, and maintains affiliations with Argonne National Laboratory and Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. With research funding exceeding $450 million annually and more than 3,300 patents filed since 1987, the institution is a global leader in scientific discovery and innovation. The Biological Sciences Division alone supports over 500 research-active faculty who secure an average of $588,000 in NIH funding per principal investigator, focusing on areas including cancer biology, immunology, microbiology, molecular metabolism, neuroscience, and evolutionary biology. The university's commitment to interdisciplinary research and its unique position as manager of national laboratories creates unparalleled opportunities for translational research and scientific advancement.

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