Senior Software Engineer

Software Developer

Advances user-centered software solutions by designing intuitive user experiences, developing backend services, and supporting data workflows. Emphasizes JavaScript-based UI development, Python, API development, and SQL, with a focus on delivering seamless interactions across the full software development lifecycle.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops responsive, accessible user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks
• Applies UI/UX principles to create engaging user experiences and prototypes
• Builds and maintains RESTful APIs using Python and Flask
• Supports ETL workflows using SQL and Python scripting
• Writes clean, modular code following object-oriented programming principles
• Writes clean, maintainable code using IDEs like Visual Studio or PyCharm
• Conducts unit testing, participate in peer code reviews, and ensure code quality
• Collaborates in Agile development environments using tools like Jira and Bitbucket

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Five (5) years of software development experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Awareness of secure coding practices and frameworks (OAuth, OpenID)
• Knowledge of DevOps automation and CI/CD pipelines
• An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
• Experience within a higher-education environment
• Experience with JavaScript development and familiarity with JavaScript frameworks (Vue.js, React)
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and Jira
• Experience with Rest API development using Python
• Experience with Pandas and Data Frames
• Experience working with SQL
• Experience with ETL and data integration methodologies

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Able to create intuitive, accessible user interfaces
• Translates business requirements into scalable, secure solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills focused on code quality
• Provides technical leadership and mentors junior developers
• Communicates complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
• Adapts quickly to new technologies and development practices
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
• Strong knowledge of UI/UX principles, responsive design, and frameworks like Vue.js or React
• Experience with ETL workflows, SQL, and data manipulation using Pandas
• Understanding of secure coding practices (OAuth, OpenID, JWT)
• Familiar with unit testing, debugging, and performance optimization
• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
• Effective use of Jira and participation in Agile sprints
• Skilled in Git, Bitbucket, and Agile methodologies
• Proficient in Python, object-oriented programming, and RESTful API development with Flask
• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

Other Information:

This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time. This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check:

Standard Enhanced Education Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.