Software Engineer/Developer

This position provides critical support to the Center for Inclusive Transition, Education, and Employment’s (CITEE) research and grant initiatives through comprehensive data management, project coordination, and cross-project operational support. The role assists in design, development, testing, debugging, operating, and troubleshooting of software and applications to support information technology business operations that strengthen CITEE’s partnerships across local, regional, and state communities. The position reports to the CITEE Research and Data Manager, with secondary reporting to the Data Engineer depending on project needs. The individual in this role will foster effective data collection, streamline data processes, and ensure ongoing digital access to CITEE reports, programs and services for a variety of audiences.  This is a full-time, fixed term terminal academic staff position with renewal expected based on funding. 

 Software/Application Development/Maintenance (90%) 

• Reviews application design specifications, codes new applications, and makes enhancements to existing applications 

• Tests and debugs programs, and prepares systems test data 

• Prepares program documentation and training requirements 

• Develops or modifies technical specifications for low-complexity projects using disciplined software development practices 

• Maintains and troubleshoots applications, systems, or websites 

• Implements data structure and systems performance strategies 

• Provides end-to-end backend and frontend support and development of features for an internal database system used by a 15-person administration team to manage interview scheduling and client records 

• Examines current architecture to implement missing features such as logging, API integration, security control, and remote operation protocols. 

• Develops documentation library to conveys technical information for all system technologies and functions within the CITEE frontend and backend system. 

• Manages a client-side issue tracker that routes bug reports directly to the engineering team. 

• Implements data visualizations for CITEE reporting. 

Other Activities (10%) 

• Manages multiple priorities, deadlines, and completing tasks effectivel