Northwestern University · 7 hours ago
Software Engineer
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$80K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expNorthwestern University is a leading research institution, and they are seeking a Software Engineer to develop, code, test, and debug software solutions. The role involves working with senior staff, coordinating projects, and ensuring that technical solutions meet business needs and requirements.
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Responsibilities
Participates in the development of new goals and strategies based on interactions with primary user
Develops plans for software deployment on heterogeneous systems
Collaborates with user to develop workflow and best practices
Partners with user in designing features for technology
Responds to customer inquiries via phone, online, in-person, etc
Creates and maintains code documentation
Grants system access to new user
Evaluates feature/upgrade/change requests and recommends action
Participates in interview process for new hires
Identifies database and software performance issues, and makes adjustments
Develops and maintains software infrastructure, via patches, bundles, releases and maintenance packs
Codes software applications adhering to designs supporting internal business requirements or external user
Completes tier 3 troubleshooting
Designs databases and data structures
Prioritizes tasks within project
Meets with business analyst/stakeholder to determine requirements
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a major such as computer science, information technology, or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience
2 years relevant experience required
Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Apache
Code Repositories (Git, Subversion)
NoSQL (MongoDB, CouchDB)
Puppet/Chef/Ansible
SQL/MySQL/Postgres
CSS
HTML 5
JavaScript
Node.js
Python
React
critical thinking
Debugging
judgment
problem solving
Troubleshooting
agile environment
Code documentation
collaboration and teamwork
iterative & incremental development
organizational skills
planning
workflow development & documentation
Effective time management skills
Strong communication skills, including the ability to translate technical information to nontechnical audiences and vis versa
Attention to detail
Ability to manage work tasks independently
Preferred
Experience working with and interest in the LGBTQ+ population
Experience working in and knowledge of public health
Functional programming and technical knowledge, particularly in JavaScript with an emphasis on knowledge in React
Knowledge of git workflows and collaborative coding techniques
Familiarity with modern web technologies
Benefits
Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans
Retirement benefits
Tuition discounts
Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
Employee career development
Tools and resources for professional potential or continuing your formal education
Company
Northwestern University
Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (325)
2024 (308)
2023 (280)
2022 (282)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$98.02MKey Investors
National Peanut BoardAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthGRAMMY Museum
2024-10-30Grant
2024-10-04Grant· $34M
2023-11-28Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Diego Klabjan
Professor
Henry Bienen
Interim President
Recent News
2026-01-25
Digital Journal
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