Position DetailsPosition Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Application Programmer
Job Category Staff & Executive - Information Technology
Department Enterprise Application Service
Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Application Programmer for the Office of Information Technology. This position will report to the Associate Director of EAS-MaCS within OIT.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Assists in the administration of various MaCS (Messaging and Collaboration Services) cloud services (possibly including O365, Google Suite, Box, Slack and others), often via an administrative console, administrative tools provided by the cloud vendor, and/or Powershell or other commands/scripting languages.
- Acts as a liaison between OIT technical staff, help desk and Rutgers departmental IT staff in an effort to assure proper delivery of MaCS services and provide correct resolution of issues/questions.
- Develops application and tools to integrate with these cloud services and even with some of the on-premises systems supported by MaCS. This process includes programming, testing, documentation, communication, design, analysis and support. These applications and tools often integrate with cloud services using vendor APIs.
- Works under the direct supervision and guidance of other higher-level technical staff and management.
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 04
Salary DetailsMinimum Salary 71111.000
Mid Range Salary 89956.000
Maximum Salary 108800.000
Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
Position Status Full Time
Working HoursStandard Hours 37.50
Daily Work ShiftWork Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Seniority UnitTerms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related technology field, or an equivalent combination education and experience.
Certifications/LicensesRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Highly motivated candidate who understands the importance of developing quality software and is seeking a long-term career opportunity that offers a true commitment to professional growth and investment.
- Ability of working independently on projects, while recognizing when to leverage the support and mentorship of higher-level technical staff.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience, knowledge and ability to provide service administration (via admin consoles and scripts/shell commands) and provide strong technical support with various cloud services, including O365, Google Suite, Box and others.
- Ability and eagerness to learn, excellent problem-solving skills, and clear communication.
- A level-headed, patient, and professional approach, combined with a positive attitude and dedication to providing excellent customer support is highly valued.
- Ability to collaborate well with a team, and experience working in a university environment.
- Foundational understanding of data structures, algorithm design, or object-oriented.
- Experience in Python, shell, and PowerShell.
- Experience with PHP.
- Familiarity with HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Ability to work with structured data formats like JSON or XML.
- Familiarity with basic conceptual understanding of how to use and integrate with APIs.
- Experience with cloud vendor service APIs like Microsoft Graph API, AWS, G Suite Admin SDK.
Equipment UtilizedPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentSpecial ConditionsPosting Details
Posting Number 26ST1802
Posting Open Date 09/17/2026
Special Instructions to ApplicantsRegional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Off Campus
City Somerset
State NJ
Location DetailsPre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
