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IT Software Engineers
- University of Utah (Salt Lake City, UT)
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Details
**Open Date** 11/20/2025
**Requisition Number** PRN43628B
**Job Title** IT Software Engineers
**Working Title** IT Software Engineers
**Career Progression Track** P00
**Track Level** P4 - Advanced, P3 - Career, P2 - Developing
**FLSA Code** Computer Employee
**Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No
**Standard Hours per Week** 40
**Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time
**Shift** Day
Work Schedule Summary
The position requires some days each week working in the office as defined by management with optional work at home when not required to be in the office.
**VP Area** President
**Department** 00417 - UIT Univ Support Services
**Location** Campus
**City** Salt Lake City, UT
**Type of Recruitment** Internal to the Department
**Pay Rate Range** $70,000 - $130,000
**Close Date** 11/25/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
IT Software Engineers
Working with a Scrum team composed of individuals of varying backgrounds (UX designers, Developers, Quality Assurance, and Business Analysts), as part of a team to develop or maintain PeopleSoft and some enterprise web applications. The successful SDE will have the ability to work on small to large projects from troubleshooting, analysis development, testing, QA, and delivery. The primary duty will be in the area of PeopleSoft (App Designer, SQL , SQR ) but the Engineer may require working with team members with different backgrounds to help them complete tasks outside of your area of expertise. Actively participates in the application fix and software upgrade processes.
The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.
Responsibilities
IT Software Engineer, II
Analyzes and defines software requirements to determine specifications and standards. Proposes software solutions. Determines the cost of new and modified systems and engages in the proposal process. Develops, designs, and edits original applications, or modifies third-party applications. Tests and approves applications. Trains users and writes training manuals. Manages user support and feedback. May specialize in one or more areas of development, including network, operating systems, databases, or applications. Performs work under general supervision. Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter. May provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group.
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
This is a Developing-Level position in the General Professional track.
Job Code: P38262
Grade: P18
Expected Pay Range: $56,677 to $110,521
IT Software Engineer, III
Analyzes and defines software requirements to determine specifications and standards. Proposes software solutions. Determines the cost of new and modified systems and engages in the proposal process. Develops, designs, and edits original applications, or modifies third-party applications. Tests and approves applications. Trains users and writes training manuals. Manages user support and feedback. May specialize in one or more areas of development, including network, operating systems, databases, or applications. Performs work under minimal supervision. Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter. Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group. May act as a lead or first-level supervisor.
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
This is a Career-Level position in the General Professional track.
Job Code: P38263
Grade: P21
Expected Pay Range: $75,438 to $147,104
IT Software Engineer, IV
Analyzes and defines software requirements to determine specifications and standards. Proposes software solutions. Determines the cost of new and modified systems and engages in the proposal process. Develops, designs, and edits original applications, or modifies third-party applications. Tests and approves applications. Trains users and writes training manuals. Manages user support and feedback. May specialize in one or more areas of development, including network, operating systems, databases, or applications. Performs work with a high degree of latitude. Handles the most complex issues. Possesses expert knowledge of subject matter. Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to subordinate a group. May act as lead or first-level supervisor.
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience.
This is an Advanced-Level position in the General Professional track.
Job Code: P38264
Grade: P22
Expected Pay Range: $82,982 to $161,814
Minimum Qualifications
**EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT :** 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
**IT Software Engineer, II:** Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
**IT Software Engineer, III :** Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
**IT Software Engineer, IV:** Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences
**Type** Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
**About UIT** :**University Information Technology ( UIT )**, the central IT service provider for the University of Utah, reports to the U’s**Chief Information Officer**and is responsible for many of the U’s shared IT services including the wired and wireless network; Campus Information Services ( CIS ) portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration; digital learning technologies; information security; software licensing; and a host of other IT systems and services.
Additional Information
_The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students._
_Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities._
_The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both._
_To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:_
_Director/ Title IX Coordinator_
_Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)_
_383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite_
_Salt Lake City, UT 84112_
_801-581-8365_
_Online reports may be submitted at_ **oeo.utah.edu**
_For more information:_
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
_To inquire about this posting, email:_
_or call 801-581-2300._
_The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules._
_This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen._
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