Software Developer I

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Position Title:

Software Developer I

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Microsoft Windows Services and Dynamic-Link Libraries (DLLs) Familiarity with University-Specific Software Systems Experience with Data Integration and Synchronization Proficiency in API Development and System Integrations Experience with Version Control Systems and Collaborative Development

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Iowa State University is seeking a talented and proactive Software Developer to join our team. This role will focus on designing, developing, testing, and maintaining integrations between various software systems, including facilities management, financial systems, and security applications. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating APIs, maintaining code repositories, and supporting data synchronization and processing across systems. Additionally, the role involves staying updated on emerging technologies and proactively implementing changes to avoid technical debt. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in software development, system integrations, and problem-solving in a collaborative environment.

Example of Duties

• Consults with end users and team members to define and document specifications and scope of projects.

• Conducts a variety of software development tasks including program design, program coding, debugging, and documentation for software/systems and applications programs.

• Modifies, maintains, troubleshoots, and supports existing software.

• Assists with the development of detailed systems design specifications to meet defined requirements.

• Assists with the design, development, coding, and testing of new software services, databases, and application systems.

• Writes Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to bridge between vendor systems.

• Works on assignments that are generally of a basic technical nature.

Leveling Guidelines

• Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision

• Grasps professional-level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode

• Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope

• Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained

• Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate

• May lead projects of limited scope and complexity

• May provide guidance to students

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS808

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email View email address on us.edajobs.com or call View phone number on us.edajobs.com or Toll Free: View phone number on us.edajobs.com. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

March 20, 2025

Posting Close Date:

April 2, 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R16618