Senior Software Developer

The IT Department at Adler University is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Software Developer to join its dynamic team. This role will be instrumental in supporting the University’s technology infrastructure and academic mission by developing, maintaining, and enhancing web-based applications and tools.
While the role may be performed remotely, the Senior Software Developer will report directly to the Executive Director of Technology and is expected to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support university-wide initiatives and deliver enhanced automation tools to further business operations in support of Adler University and its mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain custom applications and integrations using RESTful APIs.
• Create and manage SQL queries, stored procedures, and data models.
• Implement user-friendly front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, propose solutions, and deliver reliable software aligned with academic and operational goals.
• Conduct code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high performance and scalability.
• Provide technical documentation and user training as needed.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and recommend best practices to enhance systems and processes.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software development.
• Strong proficiency in:
  o REST API design and integration
  o SQL and relational databases
  o Stored Procedures & other database acumen within SQL Server Management Studio
  o Front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML, CSS)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a distributed team environment.
• A demonstrated interest in supporting technology within an academic or mission-driven setting.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience working in higher education or similar nonprofit environments.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and DevOps practices.

Compensation: $87,000.00 to $107,000.00 USD

Universal Core Behaviors: 

Communication: 

• Effectively expresses oneself in all oral and written communications. 

• Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills. 

• Keeps others informed, as well as responds, in a timely manner. 

• Demonstrates match between words and actions. 

• Responds with tact, diplomacy, respect and composure when dealing with others. 

• Promotes the spirit and essence of the School’s Vision, Mission, Values and Key Strategies through both verbal and written communication.

Teamwork and Collaboration: 

• Cooperates with others toward the achievement of common goals. 

• Seeks consensus and win-win solutions to problems and conflicts. 

• Contributes actively and participates fully in team initiatives. 

• Puts success of the team above own interests. 

• Builds and maintains constructive work relationships 

Responsive to Change: 

• Supports changes in the work environment. 

• Displays a proactive, problem-solving approach toward work. 

• Committed to life-long learning by continuously increasing skills, knowledge and effectiveness. 

• Actively seeks and initiates creative and innovative solutions. 

• Exercises sound, accurate and informed independent judgment when needed. 

Quality-Driven and Accountable: 

• Results-oriented and committed to quality through continuous process improvement. 

• Eliminates ineffective activities and closes performance gaps.