Programmer Analyst

Position Programmer Analyst Location Ann Arbor, Michigan Reports to Director, Mathematical Reviews Information Systems Department Information Systems About Mathematical Reviews Since 1940, Mathematical Reviews® (MR) has served researchers and scholars in the mathematical sciences by providing timely information on peer-reviewed articles and books. MathSciNet® is the electronic version of MR, offering a fully searchable database with many tools designed to help navigate the mathematical sciences literature, including: Reviews written by a community of experts Bibliographic listings dating back to the early 1800s Links to articles, journals, and publishers Linked reference lists Citation information on articles, books, and journals About the American Mathematical Society The American Mathematical Society (AMS), founded in 1888, is a non‑profit membership organization dedicated to advancing research and connecting the global mathematical community through publications, meetings, conferences, MathSciNet, professional services, advocacy, and awareness programs. The AMS has 30,000 members worldwide with offices in Rhode Island, Michigan, and Washington, DC. Why Work at the AMS At the AMS we value excellence, inclusivity and teamwork. We work at the forefront of advancing and connecting the diverse mathematical community worldwide, seeking curious, innovative, collaborative individuals to join our team. Benefits Excellent work‑life balance with potential for hybrid work Generous benefit offerings including: 9.5% employer contribution to 403(a) Retirement Plan 100% employer‑paid Life, AD&D, Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance Medical and dental coverage with employer cost share Voluntary vision, Life/AD&D, and Long‑term Care Insurance available through payroll deduction 12 paid holidays Generous paid time off Technology equipment reimbursement for applicable roles Tuition reimbursement Summary The Programmer Analyst position is primarily responsible for analyzing, designing, coding, documenting, and maintaining web‑based applications and related back‑end services. Working closely with the department director, the analyst provides technical expertise to diagnose problems, research, recommend, and implement solutions. The role requires experience designing and developing applications across the entire stack, including front‑end, business, and data tiers. Essential Functions Participate with the MR IT team in developing and maintaining internal MR web‑based applications Perform all functions in the software development life cycle (specification, analysis, design, coding, testing, maintenance, support, and documentation) Collaborate with programmers, designers, system administrators, and database administrators to conceptualize and develop enhancements Design, run, and monitor software performance tests to correct errors, isolate improvement areas, and debug Participate in defining our web‑based application architecture Adhere to department and industry standards for code and documentation Perform other or similar related duties as requested or assigned Internal and External Relationships Work both independently and in a collaborative environment Supervisory Responsibilities None Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a computer‑related major from an accredited institution or equivalent experience A minimum of 2 years working as a full‑time programmer Experience with SQL Knowledge of object‑oriented principles and design patterns Practical experience with functional programming Experience with testing, including unit testing, mocks, and test‑driven development Continuous Integration (e.g., GoCD, Jenkins) Experience building web services (REST, JSON, XML, etc.) Proficiency in web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript) Experience with web authorization (OAuth, JWT, etc.) Experience with full‑text databases such as Elasticsearch Experience using source code control (Git) Unix/Linux experience, including use of SSH and basic shell scripting Experience with LaTeX/TeX typesetting tools and language Experience developing and using APIs Experience with dynamic scripting languages (Python, Perl) Proficiency in Scala Attributes and Competencies Demonstrates understanding of the organization’s mission, structure, culture, and constituencies Demonstrates knowledge of own department’s work activities and mission; understands how own job impacts department work Responds positively to changes in the organization and workplace Demonstrates flexibility in responding to work demands Demonstrates and communicates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others at all levels and fosters a climate of mutual respect Plans and organizes work effectively Accepts accountability for job performance and results Works effectively with others in a variety of settings Uses communication tools (presentation, verbal, writing, relationship building, negotiating, listening) to meet audience and/or situation needs Maintains professional composure in challenging situations Exercises discretion in identifying, handling, and safeguarding confidential information Addresses issues constructively, building cooperative relationships within and across departments Receptive to feedback and willing to try different approaches to achieve the best results Physical Demands Primarily sedentary work with limited physical exertion and lifting to 25 lbs Duties may cause light fatigue of eyes, fingers, or other faculties due to long periods of standing, sitting, or repetitive motion Dexterity of hands and fingers required to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other devices Reliably available to attend the office during scheduled work hours Work Environment/Conditions Typical office environment, climate‑controlled, minimal noise Extended work hours may be required to meet project deadlines or resolve unexpected problems This position is required to be in‑office Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The American Mathematical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Other Duties Disclaimer Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. It is not intended as an employment contract. #J-18808-Ljbffr