Applications Developer

Applications Developer

The Ohio State University

Columbus, OH

The University Libraries IT team supports products that are used by the majority of our 60,000+ students, faculty, staff, alumni, researchers, and Buckeyes far and wide. The Applications Developer works as part of the Application Development & Operations (AD&O) team that is responsible for the overall function, design, development and maintenance of the University Libraries' applications portfolio.

Responsibilities include:

Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for software applications based on user needs and specifications.

Collaborate with the team to translate user requirements into technical specifications and system architecture.

Develop both front-end and back-end components of applications, ensuring optimal functionality and performance.

Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans to identify and address bugs and other issues before deployment.

Produce clear and comprehensive technical documentation for all development phases, aiding in maintenance and future development.

Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, adherence to coding standards, and knowledge sharing among team members.

Analyze and resolve complex technical issues, working with team members to implement effective solutions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive and effective development cycles.

Stay informed about emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends, integrating them into development processes as appropriate.

Identify opportunities to enhance development processes, efficiency, and software quality.

Provides ongoing daily support and incident resolution for UL applications as required.

University Libraries' faculty and staff embrace Ohio State's Shared Values and strive to enact the behaviors guided by those values in all that we do. This position is dedicated to advancing the culture of University Libraries and the work of the Technology and Digital Programs unit. All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Required: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering or other relevant field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. At least 2 years of relevant experience. Experience in one or more modern programming languages (e.g. PHP, Ruby on Rails, Python, Node.JS).

Desired: 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Additional Job Description

The posting range for this position is $64,900-$84,850 annually

Remote within the state of Ohio.

Ohio State will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Function: Information Technology

Sub-Function: Applications Development

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized

Career Level: S2

Please submit cover letter and resume with the online application.

About The Ohio State University Libraries

The Libraries promotes innovative research and creative expression, advances effective teaching, curates and preserves information essential for scholarship and learning at Ohio State, and shares knowledge and culture with the people of Ohio, the nation, and the world.

The Libraries' greatest resource is our faculty and staff. Their expertise produces value beyond the collections and their commitment to continual improvement and innovation is one of the most significant ways the Libraries meets the varied and evolving information needs of university students, faculty, and staff, alongside scholars throughout Ohio and the world.

As a global leader, the Libraries is actively engaged in local, statewide, national, and international initiatives to help shape the future of academic research libraries. These activities and the innovations that result enhance our ability to acquire, manage, and preserve emerging information resources, support knowledge creation, and enable its effective transmission to future learners. Learn more on the Libraries website.

The Libraries strives to provide welcoming, supportive environments for all to pursue and share knowledge. The Libraries is guided by our strategic directions and Ohio State's Shared Values. All positions are expected to contribute to building and advancing this environment and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Become part of the Buckeye family

Ohio State's main campus is one of America's largest and most comprehensive. As Ohio's best and one of the nation's top-20 public universities, Ohio State is further recognized by a top-rated academic medical center and a premier cancer hospital and research center. As a land-grant university, Ohio State has a physical presence throughout the state, with campuses and research centers located around Ohio. Learn more about being a Buckeye.

Benefits that support your wellbeing

Ohio State offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to meet your unique needs. Ohio State's total rewards package includes benefits that support employees' health, finances, work-life balance, and education. Learn more about our outstanding benefits.

Columbus: Full of excitement and opportunity

Columbus is the largest and fastest-growing city in Ohio, with a vibrant blend of arts and culture, including inspired culinary, fashion, music, and entertainment scenes, exciting collegiate and professional sports, and an open, entrepreneurial spirit. With a burgeoning downtown, lively urban districts and an array of welcoming neighborhoods it's a city that invites exploration. Learn more about the nation's best kept secret with Experience Columbus.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.