Software Developer-Temporary

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Software Developer-Temporary

Position Number
TN0281-11-9-2023

Vacancy Open to
All Candidates

Department
AAH CET Technology Systems

Department Homepage
https://cet.ecu.edu/techsystems/

Advertising Department
TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS

Division
Academic Affairs

Classification Title
Software Developer-Temporary

Working Title
Software Developer-Temporary

Number of Vacancies
1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)
1.0

Full Time or Part Time
Full Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.
$55,000 - $58,329 (annual)

Position Location (City)
Greenville

Position Type
Non-Faculty

Job Category
Non-Faculty Instructional & Research

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The College of Engineering and Technology is comprised of the departments of Computer Science, Construction Management, Engineering, and Technology Systems. Faculty and staff in the College provide high-quality graduate and undergraduate degree opportunities and research and service programs that enable students to achieve their career goals and that promote a strong, sustainable future for our region.

Job Duties

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated software developer to join our team at ECU's Department of Technology Systems for a short-term research and development project. The software developer will work on a project sponsored by the Department of Defense and will be responsible for developing a web application featuring database functionality. On-campus employment is preferred; however, we are prepared to offer remote work option for qualified candidates. However, if remote work is offered, the software engineer will be required to attend meetings at the ECU campus or at the client site in Ft. Bragg, North Carolina usually once a month. Additionally, the software developer will lead a group of students and evaluate their work.

Software Development (70%)

-Develop both front end and back end code for web applications featuring database functionality

-Collaborate with project stakeholders to identify and understand software requirements

-Test and debug software

-Implement software enhancements and improvements

-Apply cybersecurity best practices in software development

-Participate in code reviews and offer feedback

-Support the team to create the delivery and deployment of the software

-Evaluate the software quality through quantitative and qualitative metrics

-Optimize database structure for high performance and system reliability

Project Management Support (15%)

-Lead a group of students and evaluate their work

-Attend meetings at the ECU campus or at the client site in Ft. Bragg, North Carolina about once a month

-Work remotely the majority of the time. Be available for teamwork during work hours through virtual meeting tools such as MS Teams.

-Prepare PowerPoint slides for meetings whenever needed

-Adhere to project timelines and budgets

-Evaluate students' performances

-Communicate and collaborate effectively with the project team, customer, end-users, and the stakeholders.

Software Documentation Support (15%)

-Create and maintain technical documentation

-Write user manuals

-Develop software maintenance, update, and backup procedures

-Support the project team in developing scientific publications

-Develop software test reports

-Develop test protocols

Minimum Education/Experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or a related field

At least 2 years of experience in web application development featuring database functionality

Demonstrated programming skills through previous projects and coding samples on GitHub

Experience with front-end development skills such as HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

N/A

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Proficiency with PHP and MariaDB is highly desired

Ability to lead a group of students and evaluate their work

Effective team player with excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies is a plus

License or Certification Required by the Department

Special Instructions to Applicant

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

3 original letters of reference are required for employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement. For letters of reference not submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system, please have the original signed letters mailed to Ebony Applewhite-Wiggins ECU College of Engineering and Technology, 1000 E. 5th Street, Mailstop 507, Greenville, NC 27858. The candidate of choice will also be required to provide an original transcript.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date
11/21/2023

Open Until Filled
Yes

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

Initial Screening Begins
12/06/2023

Rank Level
Not Applicable

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/66996

AA/EOE

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or [email protected] .

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.