Software Developer I/II

Position Title:
Software Developer I/II

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) or Canvas administration
Experience with enterprise technology and principles, specifically REST, JAVA, APIs, and Web services testing
Understanding of Agile/Lean practices and tools, such as JIRA and Confluence
Strong technical acumen to effectively troubleshoot issues
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS, or related field

Job Description:

As a Software Developer I/II on our Web, API, and Integration Development team in Information Technology Services (ITS), you will work directly with stakeholders to develop and maintain enterprise Learning Management Systems (LMS). In partnership with the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) and Iowa State Online, you will analyze, design, program, test and implement new and highly integrated computer information systems to support critical learning applications. If you are collaborative and dedicated to continuous growth, this team can be a good place to expand your software development expertise.

ITS provides core computing, network services, enterprise systems and information security resources to the students, faculty, and staff of Iowa State University. The department functions as the university’s central IT unit, responsible for technologies and services that are used broadly across campus. ITS also partners with other IT professionals across campus to provide more specialized IT resources to ISU’s academic and business units.

Your strong software development, prioritization, and analyzation skills will enable you to successfully evaluate, plan and deploy proposed system changes. On a typical day, you will draw from your technical knowledge to identify problems and implement solutions. The ability to communicate and relate to the varying levels of experience of our stakeholders will be critical to success.

Though this position can work remotely in the state of Iowa, you will be part of a team that is available to provide after-hours support for production issues or unplanned maintenance. A strong desire to learn, an ability to quickly adapt, and a drive for constant progress will define the ideal candidate to join this exciting team.

The Software Developer I/II - position will be filled at the Software Developer I or II level.

Software Developer I

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Pay Grade:

PS808

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

Software Developer II

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience

Pay Grade:

PS810

Leveling Guidelines

• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals

• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues

• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems

• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests

• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff

• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity

• Provides guidance to students

The Software Developer II will have additional duties not listed on the posting.

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:

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 [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Our 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
• This job may also be eligible for flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours and a hybrid working environment.

Original Posting Date:
March 13, 2024

Posting Close Date:
March 22, 2024

Job Requisition Number:
R14224