UNIV - Systems Programmer/Developer II - IS Research Applications/Information Solutions

Job Description Summary

The Systems Programmer/Developer II is a mid-level position reporting to the .NET and eIRB Program’s Head of Development. The individual will work as part of a team supporting research and education software systems through all phases of the software development lifecycle. Working closely with senior development team members, the individual will be responsible for implementing and testing software changes, documentation, systems maintenance, and some user support cases. Initially working under the close mentorship of senior team members, this role will gain greater autonomy and scope as the individual builds knowledge and capabilities within the team’s suite of supported systems.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC005549 SYS - IS Univ Research Applications

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-06

Pay Range

47,588.00 - 67,817.00 - 88,047.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Systems Programmer/Developer II is a mid-level position reporting to the .NET and eIRB Program’s Head of Development. The individual will work as part of a team supporting research and education software systems through all phases of the software development lifecycle. Working closely with senior development team members, the individual will be responsible for implementing and testing software changes, documentation, systems maintenance, and some user support cases. Initially working under the close mentorship of senior team members, this role will gain greater autonomy and scope as the individual builds knowledge and capabilities within the team’s suite of supported systems.

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Proficient in SQL and using relational databases (required)

• Proficient with .NET and C# programming (required)

• Experience with Ruby on Rails programming (preferred)

• Familiarity with software hosting including MS SQL Server and MS Windows Server environments (required)

• Familiarity with high level human subjects research concepts and regulatory requirements (preferred)

• Practical experience with ETL and data integration (preferred)

• Very organized, high attention to detail, able to work independently (required)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (required)

• Strong interpersonal and communications skills (written/verbal) (required)

• Experience utilizing Agile methodology for development projects (preferred)

Job Responsibilities:

35% - Develop and implement special programs, changes, and features according to program requirements and priorities. Tests all newly developed changes to verify requirements are met and compatibility with other system functions.

25% - Participate in planning and communication of work items. Communicate with stakeholders via ticket/project management software regarding requirements, priorities, timelines, and stage(s) of development. Maintain exceptional technical documentation for areas of responsibility and participate in the development of user facing/lay documentation and guides for supported systems. Disseminate status of assigned work items through written and verbal means.

20% - Perform research and analysis required for project proposal, software and systems modifications, and new projects. Assist in the design of the requested features and other system changes. Intake requirements from stakeholders and work with team members to identify solutions, communicate to requesters, and iterate changes using an Agile development methodology.

15% - Support products by engaging in high level technical support. Works with the team and stakeholders to determine what changes and features should be addressed. Document those requirements and your approach to address the requirements.

5% - Other duties as required.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and three years work experience in the modification and maintenance of system programs, the design and development of system software, or the testing and debugging of system software. An associate's degree or a bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for the required work experience. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicabl