Software Engineer/Developer

University of Wisconsin Madison • Madison, WI

21h • $67,000

About The Position

The TOPS Lab, based in the College of Engineering and the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, is a unique research organization created with a mission to improve transportation safety and mobility through a diverse balance of research partnerships, service, and training. This position will work within the lab’s research computing group supporting several transportation data management systems and applications. The Software Engineer/Developer I/II assists in design, development, testing, debugging, operating, and troubleshooting of software and applications to support information technology business operations.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of professional experience
• Proficiency using a modern programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#) for building scalable APIs (Application Programming Interfaces).
• Proficiency in front-end development (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript) for building GIS/mapping interfaces.
• Proficiency in object-oriented design and programming.
• Experience working across the software development lifecycle including requirements, architecture, design, development, testing, documentation, and maintenance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using front-end mapping libraries such as Leaflet, OpenLayers, or Google Maps API.
• Experience with ArcGIS products (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Server) for spatial data management and visualization.
• Experience with backend frameworks such as Spring or Hibernate, especially in the context of RESTful API development.
• Experience with GIS/spatial databases (e.g., Oracle database, PostGIS).
• Experience with Git, SVN or similar version control.
• Experience writing JUnit test cases for robust application code.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated success working in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Reviews application design specifications, codes new applications, and makes enhancements to existing applications.
• Maintains and troubleshoots applications, systems, or websites.
• Develops or modifies technical specifications for low-complexity projects using disciplined software development practices.
• Tests and debugs programs, and prepares systems test data.
• Implements data structure and systems performance strategies.
• Prepares program documentation and training requirements.
• Assisting with design, development, and troubleshooting of large-scale computer applications supporting mission-critical research and operational requirements.
• Working with TOPS Lab staff, students, and faculty to assist in planning and requirements for systems development projects.
• Developing documentation for new systems or enhancements including architecture and design documents, and user manuals.

What This Job Offers

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