Columbus State University · 9 hours ago
Application Developer
Columbus, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$66K/yr - $73K/yr
5+ years expColumbus State University is a dynamic institution that fosters creativity and innovation among its students and staff. The Application Developer position involves developing and modifying computer programs, working with the Ellucian Banner Student System, and supporting the Enterprise Software Team in achieving strategic goals.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Reports directly to the Manager Enterprise Software
This position plays a key role supporting the Manager of Enterprise Software, ensuring key initiatives, strategies, understanding customer needs and challenges to fully leverage available technologies
Researches, designs, develops, and/or modifies enterprise-wide systems and third-party applications software and custom databases and software
Assist with quality assurance for all Enterprise Applications, processes, and databases
Assist reviewing and implementing software development in line with the university's strategic goals and initiatives
Program, test, debug, document, implement and provide pre and post-implementation support for application development, program enhancement, and/or third party software implementation and integration initiatives which directly or indirectly interface with the Ellucian Banner student records system
Provide guidance and support to the Manager of Enterprise Software and the Enterprise Software programmers on programming methodology and standards
Responsible to stay up to date with new technology in enterprise software, particularly within the Ellucian Banner Student Information System
Represent the U.I.T.S. department and university in professional meetings
Meet with the university's internal community such as faculty, staff and students, as needed, to determine specific technology needs for their operation(s) and the future direction the Ellucian Banner System should take
Provide recommendations and proposals to the Manager of Enterprise Software regarding new projects, and operational efficiency
Exceptional experience in data integrity, extraction, information security, and reporting within Ellucian Banner Student Information System
Qualification
Required
The individual should have a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in a technical-related field with 5 years or more experience in an advanced programming position in a university or college setting
In lieu of experience above we will accept an equivalent combination of education and experience
Solid knowledge in Enterprise Software Systems
Advanced knowledge of SQL Plus, SQL Navigator, or similar structure query language
Java, JavaScript, PHP, Python, C++ or similar object oriented programming language
Extensive Database design knowledge
Extensive experience and knowledge in Ellucian Banner Student Information System and Oracle Databases
Analyze code for problem resolution and performance optimization
Experience with technical project management
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience working in partnerships with other university personnel in a project team environment
Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service
Excellent communication and writing skills
Perform other departmental duties as assigned
Experience designing, developing, and deploying applications using Oracle APEX, including SQL, PL/SQL, and interactive reports/forms
Preferred
Oracle Forms and Reports
Ellucian Banner Workflow
Evisions/ Argos Reporting Solution
Experience working in a university environment
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan)
Earned vacation time
Sick leave
13 paid holidays
Tuition Assistance Program
Company
Columbus State University
Columbus State University is a school in Columbus.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Johnson
Chief Audit Officer
Ted Laskaris
Chief Information Officer
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