• Developer III

    Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Troy, NY)


    Developer III

     

    Work type: Full Time

     

    Categories: Information Technology, Staff, Business, Accounting and Finance, CFHE

     

    Who we are

     

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    Job Summary

    Under limited direction, the Developer III develops complex software and leads complex projects. The Developer III is responsible for the technical support of Enterprise and Administrative systems, including application and web implementation and enhancement, maintenance and business process automation and reporting. This position functions independently to identify business needs and implement solutions; providing mentoring, training and helping to develop other technical employees.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

    + Four (4) years relevant work experience

    + Experience managing multiple projects with multiple people simultaneously

    **This position is open to U.S. Citizens and U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents only

     

    Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Professional experience in a higher education setting

    + Experience with finance and/or accounting software development and support

    + RPI's Enterprise and Administrative systems include: Ellucian Banner, Argos, OBI, and others. Experience in any or all of this is helpful, though not required

     

    Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

     

    + Knowledge of multiple programming languages (including SQR, PL-SQL, Java, and LINUX shell-scripting) and proficient in the art of structuring and developing software code

    + Well versed with version control systems

    + High level troubleshooting and debugging ability

    + Strong interpersonal skills

    + Extensive technical knowledge of relational databases (such as Oracle) and database concepts, web-based programming technologies and common development tools and techniques

    + Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet goals and deadlines

    + Ability to learn quickly, analyze complex issues, and provide advanced troubleshooting

    + Ability to diagnose software problems

    + Ability to communicate and cooperate effectively with colleagues and users in a diverse environment

    + Ability to work both independently and as a team member

     

    Preferred Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities

     

    + Knowledge and understanding of finance and/or accounting processes and procedures

    + Ability to move financial related data to and from disparate systems

     

    Shift

     

    Business Hours: Monday - Friday

     

    Travel

     

    No travel

     

    Driving

     

    No Driving

     

    Starting Salary/Rate

     

    Expected hiring range: $85,000- $96,820 / yr + full benefits

     

    Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

     

    Application instructions

     

    Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

     

    If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact [email protected].

     

    Job Posted Date

     

    Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

     

    Total Compensation and Benefits Information

     

    Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) (https://hr.rpi.edu/benefits) .

     

    Rensselaer is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.

     

    Advertised: 07 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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