Web Application Developer Digital Learning UTK

The Web Application Developer participates in application development efforts to design and develop micro-service architectures and middle-ware integration layers that broken communication between client facing applications/websites and back-end systems such as CRM SIS LMS and ERP applications. Within a highly collaborative agile and entrepreneurial environment position will assist Senior Web Application Developer with implementing web application technology to align with the strategic goals of the division and the University. Position will work closely with peer Technology Innovation teams and Digital Learning to support their marketing and communications efforts at scale.

Web Application Development

Participates in the analysis development deployment and support efforts for integrations with enterprise web applications

Develop and implement robust integration strategies that ensure high data integrity and security

Leads modifies deploys implements designs tests and manages critical high impact or urgent projects

Works with campus project partners to help define needs across multiple functional areas

Lead efforts for configuration management (e.g. Git Subversion etc.)

Researches emerging technologies and threats implements solutions and provides training

Designs collects analyzes metrics and creates reports for dissemination to senior staff

Independently analyzes and solves highly complex technical problems

Meet with peers managers supervisors vendors students staff faculty and others to solicit cooperation and resolve problems

Participate in periodic management meetings to keep top management informed of department problems and concerns

Interacts with external vendors and contractors for technical solutions

Stay abreast of advancement in technology

Meetings Training Special Projects and other Duties

Participate on special projects including integration architecture development & web service development

Serve on working committees within Digital Learning which include implementation of new services and programs both internally and campus-wide

Attend meetings as required

Represent Digital Learning in campus-level meetings

Other Duties as Assigned

Required Qualifications

Education:Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Sciencesor other relevant field

Experience:Three years of relevant application development experience or equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience implementing and managing web analytics tracking processes

Proven work experience as Web programmer or developer

Expert knowledge of web service integration (SOAP REST JSON XML)

Good understanding of OO programming and design patterns

Good understanding of HTML5 JavaScript jQuery Ajax and PHP

Project management skills within a fast-paced work environment

A track record of delivering successful consumer products

Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail

Good listening and negotiation skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Knowledge of networking concepts

Productivity application skills (Microsoft Office Office 365 and Google)

Ability to function and make decisions under pressure

Ability to work independently

Ability to work effectively on a team

Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Good time management skills

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:Bachelors degree

Experience: Experience in modern web integration and analytics technologies. Experience with back-end development technologies. Understanding of data structures analytics and reporting capabilities within CRM. Experience in higher education environment

Experience with responsive and adaptive design is strongly preferred.

PHP frameworks.

Creative design skills.

Basic creative application skills (MS Word/Excel/Visio)

Knowledge of Technology / IT Service Management principles regarding incident change problem and configuration management

Work Location

• Knoxville TN. This position does have the potential for a hybrid working capacity.

Compensation and Benefits

• UT market range: MR 14
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Application Instructions

• For full consideration applicants must attach a cover letter resume and the name address email and phone number of three professional references in addition to completing the applicant file in DASH.

About The College/Department/Division

Digital Learning at UT is a unit charged with advancing UTs commitment to discovery creativity learning and engagement specifically for online learners. Using advanced and innovative technologies Digital Learning at UT will provide scalable solutions that enhance the online learning experience and reduce barriers to student access and success providing a tremendous impact to online learners across the state and the nation. At Digital Learning we want to be bold and impactful transforming the future of online education through innovative thinking and collaborative problem-solving. Join our dynamic and inclusive Digital Learning team where we take pride in teamwork excellence and a shared commitment to shaping the future through education and innovation.

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