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Lead Application Developer
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24300460 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | Commensurate with Experience |
Position Information
There are two positions available. These positions are designated as Career Ladder recruitments, which means the hiring department can recruit and fill this role at different levels within the position classification series. Therefore, this position is currently posted as an Applications Programmer 3/ID # 24389567) and/or Applications Programmer 4/ ID # 24300460). Applicants are encouraged to review both positions to determine the best match to your skills. All applicants will be assessed based on the minimum requirements for the recruitment for which they applied. If you wish to be considered in both pools or are unsure for which level to apply, please apply for both positions.
The Lead Application Developer provides general application development recommendations and guidance to a team of development colleagues. Serves as the technical lead on a development team in support of organizational priorities. Working with the Lead Application Architect, develops specifications for new products/services, applications and service offerings such a microservices and cloud; assesses the compatibility and integration of products/services in order to ensure an integrated architecture across interdependent applications and systems; and contributes to the overall development portfolio. Negotiates with stakeholders on the creation of software specifications. Reviews software application code prior to implementation to verify consistency and conformance to departmental guidelines and policies as well as industry best practices. Gathers, analyzes, prepares and summarizes recommendations for approval of system and programming documentation. Ensures project reports and documentation are updated. Regularly resolves highly complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
Both positions are classified as primarily remote with occasional visits to campus as necessary. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST). The maximum annual budgeted salary for each position is $117,100.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment.
The Lead Application Developer provides general application development recommendations and guidance to a team of development colleagues. Serves as the technical lead on a development team in support of organizational priorities. Working with the Lead Application Architect, develops specifications for new products/services, applications and service offerings such a microservices and cloud; assesses the compatibility and integration of products/services in order to ensure an integrated architecture across interdependent applications and systems; and contributes to the overall development portfolio. Negotiates with stakeholders on the creation of software specifications. Reviews software application code prior to implementation to verify consistency and conformance to departmental guidelines and policies as well as industry best practices. Gathers, analyzes, prepares and summarizes recommendations for approval of system and programming documentation. Ensures project reports and documentation are updated. Regularly resolves highly complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
Both positions are classified as primarily remote with occasional visits to campus as necessary. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST). The maximum annual budgeted salary for each position is $117,100.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment.
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Certifications
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Developer Certification | Preferred |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 6 - 10 years of related experience. | Required |
| Proven experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Web API, CSS3, HTML 5, and JQuery. | Required |
| Demonstrated experience developing for cloud-based platforms including Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS. | Preferred |
| Advanced experience with modern web applications MVC frameworks (.NET, Spring Boot, Angular, Grails, etc.) | Preferred |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Must pass a background check. | Required |
| Willingness and ability to work occasional shifted schedules and rotating weekends to meet organizational needs. | Required |
| Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development. | Required |
| Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Advanced knowledge of secure software development
Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated complex problem- solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to understand functional needs and how systems can support those needs. Demonstrated ability to develop conversion and system implementation plans.
Advanced experience with planning for deployment and creation of feedback mechanisms.
Advanced experience with identification and use of code libraries and open-source forums.
Highly advanced skills associated with software specification, design, modification, implementation and deployment of large-scale scope.
Knowledge of relational databases, specifically ORACLE Database.
Demonstrated software repository skills.
Excellent project leadership and management skills.
Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
Experience developing and executing complex test plans.
Ability to learn new programming platform (as needed) in a fairly short period of time.
Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated complex problem- solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to understand functional needs and how systems can support those needs. Demonstrated ability to develop conversion and system implementation plans.
Advanced experience with planning for deployment and creation of feedback mechanisms.
Advanced experience with identification and use of code libraries and open-source forums.
Highly advanced skills associated with software specification, design, modification, implementation and deployment of large-scale scope.
Knowledge of relational databases, specifically ORACLE Database.
Demonstrated software repository skills.
Excellent project leadership and management skills.
Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
Experience developing and executing complex test plans.
Ability to learn new programming platform (as needed) in a fairly short period of time.
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of front end SPA frameworks (Angular, React, Vue).
Working knowledge of Grails, Spring Boot, or ASP.NET.
Working knowledge of Grails, Spring Boot, or ASP.NET.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview