Software Applications Developer 2, ERP, Digital Technology Solutions

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to over 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, global leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.

Responsible for the design and implementation of applications’ build, release, deployment, and configuration activities.

• Work on moderate to complex tasks in support of one or more projects that require a single area of expertise. Participate in project planning processes.
• Create and share development estimates and operational requirements to enable accurate planning with realistic timelines.
• May serve as a liaison between client partners, BCS, and vendors in coordination with project managers to provide technical solutions that address user needs. 
• Write and communicate business requirements and functional specifications for the implementation of client solutions. 
• Analyze client operations, explore improvement opportunities, and assess client needs using a structured process.
• Develop/build IT solutions to meet business requirements. Install and configure solutions. Integrate solutions with other applications and platforms outside the framework.
• Translate business and technical requirements into test cases, test scenarios, and scripts. 
• Develop and/or implement reusable components.
• Maintain new and existing object reference files.
• Create technical design specifications.
• Perform script maintenance and updates. Perform ongoing routine application maintenance tasks. Assist in establishing requirements, methods, and procedures for routine maintenance.
• Build and validate automated deployments using configuration management technology.
• Deploy new modules, upgrades, and fixes to the production environment. Review modules for quality assurance and work with Release Management to ensure modules are production ready. May assist in production support.
• Evaluate existing applications and platforms. Provide recommendations for improving performance by conducting gap analysis, identifying feasible alternative solutions, and assisting in the scope of modifications.
• Assist in the development of user guides and training documentation for systems.
• Provide technical coaching and mentoring to less-experienced team members.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

• Bachelor's Degree in Programming/Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

• Two (2) years of relevant work experience.
• Experience working in applications, systems, or IT operations.
• Working knowledge of two (2) or more programming languages.

• Proficiency in ABAP programming language and development tools.
• Understanding of S4 FI module functionalities, including customization, enhancement, and integration.
• JavaScript experience (ideally Node.js).
• Experience with CDS Views, OData Services, and Fiori application development (Fiori element, annotation, etc.).
• Knowledge of web service / API development & support (SOAP, REST, OData).
• Proficiency with IDEs such as Visual Studio Code (VSCode) and/or eclipse.
• Knowledge of HTML5, XML, and CSS and their best practices.
• Proficiency using Gitlab version control.
• Experience with test-driven design and unit test tools (QUnit).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, both written and verbal.

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html .

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] . 

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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