Applications Developer

About the Opportunity
The Applications Developer (IT Analyst/Programmer III) will bepart of the Application Development/Online Services division of the DigitalTransformation department. The developer will be responsible for designing anddelivering high quality custom applications to various internal customersacross a variety of projects. The Applications Developer will work closely withthe PMO (Project Management Office) - Project Managers/Business Analystsalongside Web Designer and stakeholders at various parts of the softwaredevelopment lifecycle to understand the projects functional and technicalrequirements. From these discussions and supplied specifications theApplications Developer will proceed to efficiently implement the solution whileadhering to internal development standards.

Inaddition this position is responsible for isolating and fixing defects inexisting applications as well as migration of key legacy applications to newerplatforms. This position includes significant backend PHP development responsibilitieswithin a Linux environment while also supporting front-end user interfacedevelopment and application integration efforts. The position may also assistwith evaluating and implementing modern development tools automationtechnologies and AI-assisted development practices to improve operationalefficiency and application support. Ongoing support maintenance andenhancement of applications following implementation are essentialresponsibilities of this position.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid or remote work arrangement consistent with System Office policy. UNC System employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

About the UNC System Office
The UNC System Office includes the offices of the President and other senior administrators of the multi-campus University of North Carolina System. The UNC System is a treasured public institution dedicated to serving the people of North Carolina through world-class teaching research and community engagement. Today nearly 250000 students are enrolled in our 16 universities across the state and at the NC School of Science and Mathematics. System Office staff is responsible for executing the policies of the UNC Board of Governors and providing University-wide leadership in the areas of academic affairs business and financial management long-range planning student affairs research legal affairs and government relations. The UNC System Office also has administrative oversight of a number of University affiliates including PBS North Carolina the North Carolina Arboretum the NC State Education Assistance Authority and University of North Carolina Press.

About the Team
The Information Technology division provides technical support and services for all internal operations of the organization. The division also works collaboratively with UNC (University of North Carolina) constituent institutions to help ensure efficient and cost-effective integration of modern technologies that meet common and unique needs of the 17 institutions.

Minimum Education Experience and Skills
Masters and 2-4 years experience; or Bachelors and 3-5 years experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Competencies
Minimum of three years of progressive experience in the information technology field including experience in technology support related or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Web Development Ability to design develop and implement web-based systems in a Linux/PHP environment leveraging PHP frameworks such as Laravel and supporting internal custom CMS platforms. Must possess strong SQL skills with the ability to construct optimize troubleshoot and interpret complex database queries. Version Control Experience using version control systems such as Git GitLab GitHub or similar tools to manage source code track changes support collaborative development maintain branching strategies and participate in code reviews or merge request workflows.

Preferred Education Experience and Skills
Web Services Understanding of web services RESTful APIs and integration concepts and how they are implemented to achieve project Databases Ability to design and implement normalized table structures for transactional systems and data repositories (Oracle experience preferred).Client-Server Concepts Understanding of client-server architecture and the ability to design scalable and maintainable web-based applications according to established development and Organizing Knowledge of work standards development processes and documentation practices with the ability to assist management in implementing process improvements and organizational Knowledge Demonstrated technical expertise in applications systems analysis programming troubleshooting and software development Solution Development Ability to investigate research evaluate and implement modern technologies in specialty or related areas. Ability to devise or modify procedures to solve complex technical and Automation Technologies Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools generative AI technologies and modern automation practices. Experience using Python for scripting automation API integration or related development tasks is Skills Ability to communicate with clients and stakeholders on issues and requests requiring the implementation or development of custom technical solutions. Effective communication with both technical and non-technical Management Skills Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a small team environment.

• Classification: IT Analyst/Programmer III
• Appointment Type: Permanent
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Employment Type: EHRA
• EHRA Category:Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
• Location: Raleigh NC USA
• Position Number:
• Special Instructions to Applicants: The posting remains open until filled but applications received by Wednesday July 1 2026 will receive priority consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Other Information
The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC NCSEAA and NC Arboretum) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age color disability gender identity genetic information national origin race religion sex sexual orientation or status as a protected veteran.
The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC NCSEAA and NC Arboretum)is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
To claim veterans preference all eligible persons must indicate their eligibility as requested on the application. A DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty may be required later in the selection process.
The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC NCSEAA and NC Arboretum)participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Human Resources Contact Information
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