Senior Programmer Analyst

Rhode Island College

$85K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of programming experience in relevant technologies.
  • Proficiency in SQL/PL-SQL and relational databases.
  • Familiarity with SaaS applications and ERP systems like Oracle PeopleSoft.
  • Experience in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Java.
  • Understanding of project management methodologies and client relations.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement programming solutions that meet the college's operations needs.
  • Conduct testing, including creating and evaluating test plans, and supporting user acceptance testing.
  • Provide technical guidance and training to end-users and evaluate new software applications.
  • Support and maintain a variety of campus-specific applications as assigned.
  • Engage in daily operations and enhance coding standards through peer code reviews.
  • Collaborate with project leaders to develop work plans and assist in integration efforts.
  • Exhibit a customer-focused attitude while interacting with campus stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness plans including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Wellness incentives and rewards program.
  • Generous paid time off including vacations, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Retirement benefits to support your future financial planning.
  • Disability and insurance benefits for added security.
  • Education benefits including tuition waivers for related institutions.
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number
NC00876

Position Title
Senior Programmer Analyst

Division
Administration and Finance Division

Department Name
Information Technology Services

Position Type
Staff - Non Classified

Position Overview

The Senior Programmer Analyst supports Rhode Island College's Enterprise Information Services team by designing, developing, maintaining, and integrating applications and technology solutions that support campus operations. The role involves programming, system analysis, testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and providing technical guidance to campus stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have at least four years of programming experience, with strong skills in SQL/PL-SQL, relational databases, and other programming or scripting languages. They should be analytical, detail-oriented, customer-focused, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively. Experience with SaaS applications, Oracle PeopleSoft or similar ERP systems, iPaaS solutions, Microsoft SQL/Oracle databases, and higher education technology is preferred.

Primary Purpose

The Senior Programmer Analyst plays a vital role in supporting the college by providing programming and analytical services, modifying existing applications, and integrating third-party solutions. This position contributes to a collaborative team environment with the shared goal of delivering innovative solutions to enhance customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties
  • Design, develop, and implement programming solutions for the college, encompassing planning, analysis, design, data modeling, coding, testing, training, documentation, and maintenance, adhering to established standards and industry best practices.
  • Represent the college and the Information Technology Services team professionally in all interactions.
  • Engage in daily operations such as creating and evaluating robust test plans, conducting peer code review sessions, and providing training to end-users. Write code to support the needs of our stakeholders.
  • Serve as a resource to campus stakeholders, assisting to evaluate new software applications, providing technical guidance and training to users, ensuring consistency with design. documentation, and contributing to the development of system and programming standards.
  • Support a variety of campus applications as assigned.
  • Assist with assigned projects, collaborating with project leaders to develop work plans and timelines, assist subject matter experts, and assist with integration and user acceptance testing efforts.
  • Function independently or as a member of an information technology team as assigned. Lead, manage, and supervise technical, professional clerical, and student support staff as assigned.
  • As part of self-training and in support of comprehensive, redundant, user focused support, perform functions normally assigned to other information technology support staff as required.
  • Consistently develop and exhibit a positive, user focused, customer service attitude, and atmosphere.
  • Work with the campus community, vendors, and IS professionals to achieve College objectives.
  • Provide on call remote or on-campus support for any job-related issues, as required.
  • Work occasional evenings, weekends, and/or holidays, as required.


Occasional Duties
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director, Enterprise Information Services.


Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
  • Proficiency in programming languages, i.e. SQL, PL/SQL.
  • Familiarity with relational database table structures.
  • Knowledge of shell scripting and/or other programming languages (i.e., Java, PowerShell, Perl, Python, HTML).
  • Experience with source control platforms such as GitHub.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to meet critical deadlines.
  • Analytical skills to collect data, define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Excellent written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with managers, peers, and customers.
  • Capacity to multitask and collaborate within a team environment.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Understanding of analysis, troubleshooting, problem-solving, client relations, requirement. assessment, project management methodology, and their interrelationships.


Required Qualifications
  • Education: Associate's Degree in an applicable field.
  • Experience: 4 years of programming experience.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in an applicable field with two year of programming.
  • Experience with SaaS solutions, particularly in the higher education sector.
  • Familiarity with Oracle PeopleSoft ERP or similar enterprise resource planning systems.
  • Proficiency in Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) solutions.
  • Experience in applications management and administration, including user permissions, troubleshooting, and vendor support.
  • Experience in higher education settings.
  • Experience in Microsoft SQL Database and/or Oracle Database.


Does this position have Direct Reports?
No

Environmental Conditions

This position requires occasional lifting, moving, and or installation of moderately heavy equipment (such as computers), wiring, and other related information technology components.

Position Details

FLSA
Exempt

Salary Grade
12NC

Full Time / Part Time
Full-time

Proposed Starting Salary Range
$85,000 - $95,000

Work Schedule

Full-Time, 35 hours per week.
Monday - Friday
8:30AM - 4:30PM

May be required to work outside of normal business hours based on departmental needs.

Benefits

Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits including:

  • Health and Wellness - Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Wellness Incentives and Rewards
  • Paid time Off - Vacation, Sick & Holiday
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Disability and Insurance Benefits
  • Education Benefits - Tuition waivers for RIC, CCRI & URI


For a complete listing, visit Employee Benefits.

Reports To (Title)
Director, Enterprise Information Services

Academic or Calendar Year
Calendar

Position Status
Continuing

End of Temporary or Limited Position

Collective Bargaining Unit
PSA

Posting Information

Number of Positions Available
1

Application Open Date
08/18/2026

Application Close Date

Special Instructions

Please be advised that the college is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

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