Software Developer/Software Engineer

Software Developer/Software Engineer

Job No: 497276
Position Type: full-time
Location: Lewisburg, PA
Categories: Other, Library & IT

Bucknell University is seeking to fill the position of Software Developer or Software Engineer depending on the applicants qualifications. The selected candidate will join a team of technology professionals who leverage their software development skills and knowledge to solve real world business problems for students, faculty, and staff across Bucknell University. These solutions can range in scope and complexity from custom built software system to integration and configuration of third-party products. The team utilizes a wide array of industry-leading technologies, platforms, and development techniques to meet the diverse needs of the University's many functional user groups in accordance with the Bucknell University Strategic Plan.

The Software Developer:

Minimum Qualifications:

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  College degree in a relevant technical field and at least one (1) year of practical experience developing code OR at least five (5) years of relevant practical experience developing code
  
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  Fundamental knowledge of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms.
  
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  Troubleshoot existing code and perform enhancements/break fixes
  
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  Ability to collaborate with other technical departments to ensure efficient, reliable support, monitoring and maintenance of developed solutions.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

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  Experience developing server-side solutions with one or more of the following development languages; .Net, Java, Kotlin
  
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  Experience with agile development approaches including Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment
  
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  Experience with version control systems such as GitHub or GitLab
  
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  Experience with cloud technologies including serverless computing
  
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  Experience with container technologies
  
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  Experience with REST- and SOAP-based web services
  
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  Experience with Linux and command line tools
  
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  Experience with relational and/or NoSQL database environments
  

The Software Engineer:

Minimum Qualifications:

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  Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related technical field and five years of experience OR Master's degree in computer science or a related technical field and three years of experience.
  
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  Advanced knowledge of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms.
  
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  Experience developing server-side solutions with one or more of the following development languages; .Net, Java, Kotlin
  
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  Experience with REST- and SOAP-based web services
  
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  Demonstrated experience in collaborating with other departments to gather requirements by understanding and translating their needs
  
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  Experience in architecting solutions for complex projects, designing database architecture to support new applications and managing large scale projects by ensuring execution of all steps of SDLC.
  
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  Experience with version control systems such as GitHub or GitLab
  
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  Demonstrated previous experience in performing code reviews of junior software developers and ability to quickly adapt new tools and technologies.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

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  Experience developing server-side solution with one or more of the following development languages; .Net, Java, Kotlin
  
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  Experience with client-side MVC frameworks like Angular, React, Vue, or similar.
  
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  Experience with AWS technologies including Lambda, SNS, SQS, S3, CloudFormation
  
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  Experience with container technologies such as Docker, ECS, or Kubernetes
  
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  Experience development and consumption of both REST and SOAP based Web Services
  
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  Strong comfort levels with Linux and command line tools
  
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  Experience with Relational or NoSQL database environments such as Oracle, MS SQL Server or MongoDB
  
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  Prior experience with Workday, Ellucian Banner or any other ERP system is preferred.
  

Work Type:

This position is a 12-month, exempt, benefits eligible position.

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of the application.

Salary Range:

This is staff exempt position with a hiring range of $60,000 - $72,500, Software Developer; $77,900 - $97,375, Software Engineer. The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy.

Benefits:

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):
- flexible scheduling options determined by role;
- medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
- an outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
- generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
- full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
- a comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
- a myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

For a full position description, please contact HR-Recruitment@bucknell.edu. Applications require a cover letter, resume and references and will only be accepted online through Bucknell's career site (careers.bucknell.edu).



To apply, visit https://careers.bucknell.edu/en-us/job/497276/software-developersoftware-engineer







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