Enterprise Application Developer
The University of Iowa’s Information Technology Services (ITS) organization is seeking two Enterprise Application Developers to join our Administrative Information Systems team. These positions will play a key role in developing and supporting the custom web applications that power the university’s administrative and business operations.
If you’re a developer who enjoys full-stack work, solving complex challenges, and collaborating with others to build efficient, user-focused systems, we’d love to hear from you.
Job duties include:
· Supporting the development, maintenance, and enhancement of web applications used across campus.
· Collaborating with stakeholders to translate business needs into functional and technical solutions.
· Building application features using Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and frameworks such as Spring Boot and Vue.js.
· Troubleshooting, maintaining, and improving both modern and legacy systems.
· Participating in design discussions, contributing to architectural decisions, and ensuring high-quality, maintainable code.
· Taking part in small-scale project planning and provide peer support within a collaborative team environment.
ITS values work life balance and strives to provide flexible work options where possible. This position is eligible for on-site, hybrid, or remote work within the state of Iowa, and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
For a detailed job description, please email Melanie Bell at melanie-bell@uiowa.edu.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or related, or an equivalent combination of education and additional related experience.
· Experience (typically 3 years or more) developing web applications using Java and JavaScript.
· Familiarity with web frameworks and tools such as Spring Boot and Vue.js.
· Basic understanding of relational databases and SQL (Oracle experience preferred).
· Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control, testing, and deployment.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
· Interest in participating in all phases of the software development lifecycle.
Desirable Qualifications:
· Experience with TypeScript and Nuxt.
· Exposure to legacy systems such as Play Framework v1.
· Understanding of secure coding practices and defensive programming.
· Familiarity with administrative systems in higher education.
· Strong organizational and time management skills.
Application Details:
In order to be considered, applicants must upload the following materials and mark them as “Relevant File” to the submission:
· Resume
· Cover letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions or additional information, please contact melanie-bell@uiowa.edu.
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Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
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