Application Developer

The Application Developer is a fully competent and productive professional contributor who works under general direction to develop, test, implement, and support new and existing software applications. This role collaborates with University stakeholders, cross‑functional IT teams, and, as appropriate, outside partners to deliver technical solutions that meet defined business needs using established architectures, frameworks, and development practices. The Application Developer works on moderately complex technical work, supports application documentation, and follows established coding standards and best practices. This position analyzes, modifies, and maintains existing applications, providing monitoring, troubleshooting, and issue resolution to ensure reliable system performance and usability.

Help shape the future of our Hospital Information System by designing and building innovative solutions across the full stack. You'll contribute to both front-end and back-end development, creating intuitive user experiences and the services that power them. Working closely with our collaborative team of developers and our stakeholders, you'll turn real-world challenges into reliable software that makes a meaningful impact on patient care and hospital operations. If you enjoy solving complex problems, learning new technologies, and seeing the direct impact of your work, you’ll find it here. You will also find opportunities to grow your skills, influence the direction of our platform, and build lasting relationships along the way.

In addition, the Application Developer contributes to project and enhancement efforts by implementing assigned tasks, supporting testing activities, and assisting with effort estimation and technical analysis. The role participates in agile development processes, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborates with senior team members to deliver solutions efficiently and consistently.

This is a remote position.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field
  • In lieu of degree, consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two (2) or more years of professional application development experience across the full systems development lifecycle (SDLC), including analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, maintenance and enhancement of applications

Skills Required:

• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C#, Python)
• Solid understanding of web-based application development technologies, frameworks, and common architectural patterns
• Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases and API-based integrations
• Strong:
  • communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences
  • analytical and troubleshooting skills, including the ability to diagnose production issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and methods for protecting data and systems from unauthorized access
• Ability to:
  • execute all phases of the systems development lifecycle (SDLC), including analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of both internally developed and third‑party systems
  • interpret, document, and translate business and end-user requirements into effective technical solutions
  • learn and apply new programming languages, frameworks, tools, and techniques as technologies evolve
  • assess requirements, estimate development effort, prioritize assigned work, and meet deadlines
  • collaborate effectively and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • provide application support after hours and on weekends as required

Preferred:

• Experience:
  • working in Agile development environments (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)
  • with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud) and/or containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • supporting or developing multiple enterprise applications simultaneously
  • writing or contributing to technical documentation, user guides, training materials, or knowledge-base articles
• Knowledge of accessibility standards, performance optimization techniques, and security testing tools
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, version control, or DevOps practices

Additional Information:

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position  
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility:  Defined Contribution Waiting Period   
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Professional 2

• Pay Band S065
• Job Code #20002540

Career path maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $62,400 to 66,300 annually commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. The final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including equity, available budget, educational background, and relevant experience.

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