Job Title
Associate Software Applications Developer I
Agency
Texas A&M University System Offices
Department
SEA Development
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, nine state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.
The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.
Salary:
$3,657.34 - $5,833.33 per month commensurate with experience.
Serves on software development teams to create and support web-based applications. Performs entry software development support functions. Assists as a developer of enterprise system applications and other software development projects
Responsibilities:
The associate Software Applications Developer will serve on software development teams to create and support web-based applications. Performs entry software development support functions.
- Assists clients and co-workers to define application requirements. Identifies programming and output needs.
- Assists in and verifies preliminary design and output, and recommends technical and procedural design for new or revised applications including flow charts, system specifications, programming guidelines, and code review.
- Assists in reviewing, modifying, and writing program code and job control language.
- Assists in writing documentation of system procedures and guidelines for application users as well as for programs and program modifications.
- Assists with testing of complex programs, program modifications, or applications.
- Answers questions and provides technical assistance and training to application users. Resolves problems by reviewing and analyzing software documentation and production outputs to identify causes, solutions, and make appropriate referrals.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- No experience required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of web site development with HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
- Knowledge of SQL Server or other relational databases.
- Knowledge of object-oriented development (e.g. C#, ASP.NET or PHP) applied in a web environment.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Occasional work outside of normal office hours/weekends
- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with web site development with HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
- Experience with SQL Server or other relational databases.
- Experience with object-oriented development (e.g. C#, ASP.NET or PHP) applied in a web environment.
Other Requirements:
This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest and most impactful higher education systems in the country, with an annual budget of $7.3 billion. Its statewide network includes 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, Texas A&M–Fort Worth and the Texas A&M–RELLIS. The System serves nearly 170,000 students and reaches millions more through service, research and outreach programs each year. With nearly $1.6 billion in annual research expenditures, the System fuels innovation, supports communities and drives Texas’ economy forward.
