Software Applications Developer I

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M University's Public Policy Research Institute is seeking a Software Application Developer I who, under general direction, is responsible for designing, developing, modifying, and enhancing software applications and database solutions that support organizational objectives. This role provides technical consultation and support to application users, collaborates with stakeholders to identify business needs, develops effective software solutions, and ensures the reliability, functionality, and performance of applications through ongoing maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting. The position also contributes to the continuous improvement of business processes through innovative technology solutions and effective database management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four months (1 semester) of student worker and/or customer service experience.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

• Develops, enhances, and maintains software applications by writing and modifying object-oriented, web, and database code that automates business processes, improves operational efficiency, and supports data management.
• Performs software testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and user acceptance testing to identify and resolve defects, validate system functionality, maintain application performance after modifications, and communicate testing results to stakeholders.
• Maintains project documentation and prepares status, progress, problem, and system utilization reports while adhering to established software development, security, testing, deployment, and change management procedures.
• Collaborates with customers and team members to analyze business processes, gather and document software requirements, and develop functional specifications that address user needs.
• Creates and modifies application design documentation, including mockups, flowcharts, and technical specifications, to support development efforts and meet customer requirements.
• Continuously expands technical knowledge by learning new programming languages, development tools, methodologies, and work processes to support evolving business and technology needs.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Free exercise programs and release time
• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level