Application Development Analyst II, EAS

Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Position Title Application Development Analyst II, EAS Classification Title Senior Programmer-Analyst Department Enterprise Application Services Posting Number P260106 Posting Link Employer State Bargaining Unit 08 Position Type UUP Professional Professional Appointment Term Term Salary Grade SL4 Posting Detail Information Position Summary The Application Development Analyst II is a member of the Infrastructure Enablement (DevOps) Team and serves as a technical leader within Enterprise Application Services, providing specialized software development expertise and technical leadership for complex enterprise application initiatives. The position designs and develops sophisticated software solutions, serves as the technical expert for challenging problems, leads code quality initiatives, and collaborates with architects and technical leads across the organization. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop complex software solutions using modern programming languages and frameworks; make technical design decisions within assigned projects * Serve as technical lead on high-priority initiatives; provide authoritative guidance on technical approaches, trade-offs, and problem-solving strategies * Establish and model software development best practices including clean code principles, automated testing, CI/CD, and code review standards * Mentor developers on advanced technical concepts and coding techniques; conduct thorough code reviews that elevate team technical quality * Research and evaluate emerging technologies and development methodologies, drive adoption of modern development practices and tools * Lead analysis and requirements gathering for complex enhancements; design technical solutions that balance business needs with technical constraints * Support, design, and troubleshoot mission-critical enterprise systems; apply advanced debugging and root cause analysis techniques * Collaborate with architects and technical leads across teams to ensure consistency and alignment with enterprise architecture standards Additional Information: It is a great time to join UB Information Technology (UBIT)! Our staff are highly skilled and motivated to succeed and have cutting-edge training and technical resources at their disposal. For more information about UBIT visit our website. All the duties and responsibilities listed above continue to occur in a 24×7 environment, therefore, working extended hours, holidays, or varied hours may be required. Learn More: * Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. * Being part of the University at Buffalo community. University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree with 3 years of experience or master's degree with 1 year of experience in computer science, information systems, software engineering, or related field; A combination of education and experience may be considered * Demonstrated advanced technical expertise in software development and application engineering; proven ability to independently design and implement complex technical solutions * Deep technical competency with multiple modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Java, JavaScript, Python, SQL, Angular, React, Node.js, or similar technologies) * Strong understanding of software design principles, design patterns, and enterprise application development best practices * Experience with modern development practices including version control (Git), automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps methodologies * Excellent technical problem-solving and analytical skills with ability to lead technical initiatives and provide guidance to other developers * Strong communication skills with ability to mentor developers and explain technical concepts to diverse audiences including non-technical stakeholders * Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship Preferred Qualifications * Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer information systems, or related technical field * 5+ years of hands-on software development experience in enterprise or complex organizational environments * Experience working in higher education or large, decentralized organizational environment * Experience with multiple technology stacks and demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adopt new technologies * Familiarity with enterprise application platforms and integration patterns (RESTful APIs, microservices, event-driven architectures) * Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern application deployment practices * Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Podman) and container image builds * Familiarity with Kubernetes or OpenShift * Experience working in Linux environment * Scripting experience in one or more languages (Bash, Python, Perl, or similar) * Exposure to GitOps workflows or deployment automation tools (ArgoCD, Helm, Kustomize, or similar) * Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and collaborative development practices * Experience serving as technical lead on significant projects or initiatives Prodig+ No Executive Position No Physical Demands Driving Requirements This position does not drive a university owned vehicle Salary Range $85,000 - $95,000 Additional Salary Information Job Type Full-Time Campus All Campuses Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Additional Information Is a background check required for this posting? No Background Check Notification Contact Information Contact's Name Linda English Contact's Pronouns Contact's Title Application Development Analyst II Contact's Email View email address on click.appcast.io Contact's Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Posting Dates Posted 05/19/2026 Deadline for Internal Applicants 06/02/2026 Deadline for External Applicants Open Until Filled Date to be filled 07/30/2026 References Number of References Required 3 Reference Cutoff Date Instructions to Applicant By providing the names and e-mail addresses of my references, I hereby authorize either Human Resources or the applicable hiring department to contact my references via e-mail to request a reference letter on my behalf.