Sr. Application Developer

University of California San Francisco

$120K — $150K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in IT, computer science, or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years in full-stack development (Node.js, PHP, JavaScript, jQuery)
  • Strong MySQL database design and performance tuning skills
  • Experience in Linux/Unix environments with shell scripting
  • Knowledge of UI/UX design principles
  • Familiarity with SDLC methodologies (Agile/Scrum)
  • Experience with version control (e.g., GitHub)
  • Understanding of system integration concepts using ERP systems

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain full-stack enterprise applications
  • Provide ongoing support and maintenance, ensuring reliability and stability
  • Meet with users to gather business requirements and create prototypes
  • Troubleshoot customer issues and optimize application performance
  • Set technical requirements for complex software specifications

Benefits

  • Opportunities to work with advanced software concepts
  • Engagement in large scale, impactful projects
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies like AI/ML
  • Supportive environment for professional development
Full Job Description
Job Description

Applies advanced software concepts and objectives to medium to large projects of broad scope and complexity. Regularly resolves highly complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Selects tools, methods, techniques and evaluation criteria to obtain results.

  • Create compelling web application user interfaces
  • Design, implement, test, maintain and release the web applications
  • Create self-contained, reusable, and testable modules
  • Review and discuss the business requirements and proposed solution with colleagues, project manager and users
  • Create markup/wireframes, prototype and write design documentation
  • Deliver timely and high-quality output

Department Description: IT Enterprise System

IT Enterprise System provides infrastructure, Enterprise analytics, integration, and application support services and is essential to the institution's ability to support growth, mitigate security risk, and manage, store and share sensitive information.

Responsibilities

% of timeEssential Function (Yes/No)Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor)50YesDesign, develop, and maintain full-stack enterprise applications by translating business requirements into scalable technical solutions, including prototyping and user interface development. Provide ongoing support and maintenance, including troubleshooting, performance optimization, and execution of test plans to ensure system reliability and stability. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze user needs, and deliver secure, efficient, and user-centered solutions.20YesMeet with the users to understand the business requirements and create prototypes for proof of concept. 20YesSupport and maintain the applications. Troubleshoot the customer issues.10YesSets the technical requirements for complex software specifications. Specifies, develops and executes sustainable test plans.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related area, or equivalent experience/training
  • At least 3 years of proven experience in full-stack application development using Node.js, PHP, JavaScript, jQuery and PHP frameworks such as Lumen / Laravel.
  • Strong proficiency in MySQL database design, development, and performance tuning.
  • Experience working in Linux/Unix environments, including shell scripting and managing cron jobs.
  • Familiarity with modern UI/UX design principles and front-end development practices.
  • Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies, including Agile or Scrum.
  • Experience using version control systems such as GitHub for code management and collaboration.
  • Understanding of system integration concepts and working with enterprise applications (e.g., ERP systems such as Oracle or similar platforms).
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.


Preferred requirements
  • Experience in higher education, healthcare, or similar complex organizational environments is a plus.
  • Exposure to AI/ML concepts or experience integrating AI-driven features into applications is desirable.


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