IT Software Engineers

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary IT Software Engineer IV The IT Software Engineer for UIT’s University Support Services will provide a primary role in the development and support of research-oriented PeopleSoft and connective applications used by the University of Utah at large. Works closely with a dynamic team of web and PeopleSoft engineers, UI designers, and product managers with the goal of creating and maintaining innovative, feature-rich applications for users on campus, including research departments, researchers, and others. About UIT University Information Technology (UIT) is the central IT service provider for the University of Utah, reporting to the U’s Chief Information Officer.

UIT provides many shared IT services including the wired and wireless network; Campus Information Services portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration; digital learning technologies; information security; software licensing; and a host of other IT systems and services. About the University of Utah Located in Salt Lake City, the U is the flagship institution of the State of Utah’s system of higher education, home to arts and museum venues and a member of the Big‑12 Conference. Skiing and snowboarding opportunities are a short distance from campus, and opportunities to pursue activities from biking to hiking to fishing abound.

Salt Lake City is home to the Utah Symphony and Opera, Ballet West, professional sports teams, and a wide range of other cultural and recreational activities. Benefits 50% tuition reduction for employees after completing the probationary period, and for spouse and dependent children after three years Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel A wellness program to promote health and quality of life Learn more about the great benefits of working for the University of Utah at benefits.utah.edu For more information regarding how our salary and benefit offerings impact the overall compensation, please see our Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.hr.utah.edu/comp/totalcomp.php Responsibilities Support and maintain PeopleSoft applications and related third‑party integrations and bolt‑ons (including Gideon Taylor) used for research administration. Work with App Designer, SQR development, Application Engines, and App Packages.

Manage research applications, including pre‑award and post‑award tracking of grant‑funded research proposals. Support award management by tracking changes to research awards and associated project financial data throughout the award lifecycle. Partner with the Office of the Vice President for Research to support research‑related processes and system needs.

Develop or direct software system testing or validation procedures, programming, or documentation. Collaborate with business partners to ensure the University of Utah remains compliant with evolving federal, state, and agency regulations. Research, design, develop, or direct software system testing or validation procedures, programming, or documentation.

Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Aid in the creation of Gideon Taylor eForms used for research administration. Work with a small Scrum team to confer with systems analysts, business analysts, engineers, programmers, and others to design systems and obtain information on project limitations, capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces.

Work on small to large projects from analysis through development, testing, QA, and delivery. Update software, enhance, troubleshoot or modify existing software to correct errors, adapt it to new hardware, or upgrade interfaces and improve performance. The primary technologies will be in PeopleTools, Gideon Taylor framework, Integration Broker; the Engineer may also work with team members from different backgrounds to complete tasks outside of your area of expertise.

May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. Prepare reports or correspondence concerning project specifications, activities, or status. Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan integration of a new system or modification of an existing system.

Consult with customers or other departments on project status, proposals, or technical issues, such as software system design or maintenance. Confer with data processing or project managers to obtain information on limitations or capabilities for data processing projects. Supervise and assign work to programmers.

Minimum Qualifications EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). IT Software Engineer, IV: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience. Preferences Working knowledge of Gideon Taylor framework Experience writing clean, maintainable, and testable code (using design patterns, industry standards, and best practices) Knowledge of large University Financial and Research applications Demonstrated experience with API and data and server security Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle Experience with Integration Broker and integrating to internal and external third‑party applications Fundamental understanding of relational database design including data normalization, ERD modeling, and SQL Utilization of AI coding tools such as WindSpeed, Copilot, or GitHub Copilot Proficiency with web standards and best practices and writing clean, maintainable, semantic code Proficiency in UNIX and Windows environments along with basic desktop application suites Excellent verbal and written communications skills Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”).

Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581‑7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post‑retirement rules and restrictions.

Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366‑7770 or (800) 695‑4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581‑7447 if you have questions regarding the post‑retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.

The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page Required Documents Resume Cover Letter (Optional) List of References (Optional) University Human Resource Management 250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Contact us: (801) 581‑2169 • By Email: employment@utah.edu #J-18808-Ljbffr