Senior Software Developer 00234 (Filling more than one position)
Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA
ID: 7257479
Posted: June 24, 2024
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Purpose of the Position
Maximize the value derived from the University’s information systems by
analyzing, designing, developing, implementing, integrating, and maintaining database driven applications and interfaces.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position
Considerable web application development experience, including real-world design considerations, debugging, security implications, process improvement, and interface and integration between systems on a variety of platforms.
Comprehensive understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
Understanding of industry best practices in security during software development.
Significant demonstrated ability to design databases and database objects.
Significant skill at identifying application requirements by meeting with customers and observing business processes.
Proven ability to communicate independently and maintain relationships with customers, technical, and non-technical users regarding their current technologies, business processes, and strategies.
Ability to develop plans and schedules for development, launch, and support activities.
Ability to analyze new and existing software and determine effective ways to interface applications and share data between systems.
Knowledge of IDEs and software development/management methods and tools.
Solid understanding of software lifecycle methodologies and source control.
Ability to self-train in new techniques, tools, and issues as the industry progresses.
Assists in the evaluation of vendor proposals for purchases of hardware, software, technical services to assure adherence to specifications and needs of various business units.
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required
High school diploma or equivalent.
Substantial experience performing application development or programming in a production environment.
Additional Consideration(s)
Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent coursework, certification, and experience that equates to a Bachelor’s degree.
Substantial experience with ASP .NET.
Experience with Atlassian software including Jira, Bitbucket/Stash, Bamboo
Experience with C#, Visual Basic, PLSQL
Experience with Microsoft Azure/Entra
Salary Information Starting at $82,073 Commensurate with Education and Experience.
CNU Information
This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.
Role Code 39113
Conditions of Employment
This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period;
Selected candidate must attend 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.
Maximize the value derived from the University’s information systems by
analyzing, designing, developing, implementing, integrating, and maintaining database driven applications and interfaces.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position
Considerable web application development experience, including real-world design considerations, debugging, security implications, process improvement, and interface and integration between systems on a variety of platforms.
Comprehensive understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
Understanding of industry best practices in security during software development.
Significant demonstrated ability to design databases and database objects.
Significant skill at identifying application requirements by meeting with customers and observing business processes.
Proven ability to communicate independently and maintain relationships with customers, technical, and non-technical users regarding their current technologies, business processes, and strategies.
Ability to develop plans and schedules for development, launch, and support activities.
Ability to analyze new and existing software and determine effective ways to interface applications and share data between systems.
Knowledge of IDEs and software development/management methods and tools.
Solid understanding of software lifecycle methodologies and source control.
Ability to self-train in new techniques, tools, and issues as the industry progresses.
Assists in the evaluation of vendor proposals for purchases of hardware, software, technical services to assure adherence to specifications and needs of various business units.
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required
High school diploma or equivalent.
Substantial experience performing application development or programming in a production environment.
Additional Consideration(s)
Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent coursework, certification, and experience that equates to a Bachelor’s degree.
Substantial experience with ASP .NET.
Experience with Atlassian software including Jira, Bitbucket/Stash, Bamboo
Experience with C#, Visual Basic, PLSQL
Experience with Microsoft Azure/Entra
Salary Information Starting at $82,073 Commensurate with Education and Experience.
CNU Information
This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.
Role Code 39113
Conditions of Employment
This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period;
Selected candidate must attend 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.