Senior Programmer Analyst

If you are interested in joining the team, please submit a cover letter with your resume for consideration.

What We Seek:

The University of New Mexico Foundation is seeking talent who thrives at the intersection of data, systems, and innovation—someone eager to play a key role in modernizing advancement technology and delivering high-impact solutions. This individual brings deep expertise in database programming, reporting, and system integration, along with the confidence to work independently on complex initiatives while providing technical leadership to colleagues.

You are energized by solving challenging data problems, establishing standards and best practices, and translating technical concepts for diverse audiences. With a strong foundation in advancement systems, enterprise databases, and continuous learning, you are motivated to help elevate the Foundation’s systems, data integrity, and overall mission through thoughtful analysis, collaboration, and forward-looking technical stewardship.

What We Require:

We need talent with excellent communication, analytical, logical, problem-solving skills, and someone who can review, develop, design, test, implement, and maintain our advancement systems, currently Ellucian Advance. This role requires a bachelor’s degree (or a combination of higher education and relevant experience beyond the minimum), five years of experience in database programming, two years with Oracle databases, SQL, and PL/SQL. This person will contribute to the overall success of the Foundation by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The minimum education and experience required:

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution OR a combination of some higher education and relevant experience beyond the minimum experience required.
• Experience in database programming such as Oracle or Microsoft SQL server.
• Experience with writing procedures, packages, functions and triggers.
• Experience with enterprise-level advancement solutions, including Ellucian Advance Web, preferred. Experience with advanced programming languages preferred.

Compensation Salary Range:

The expected salary for this position is $65,000 - $98,000. This range is an estimate, and the final salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, consideration of any approved geographic salary differential, and alignment with internal equity guidelines to ensure consistency across similar roles.

Why Join the Foundation:

The UNM Foundation is a diverse, inclusive, and mission-driven community dedicated to advancing the University’s impact through research, education, and service. Our staff collaborate with passionate development professionals and enjoy competitive benefits, including healthcare, professional development, flexible paid leave, paid holidays, wellness programs, and strong retirement contributions. We value diverse perspectives and unique experiences, fostering a welcoming environment where you can make a lasting difference in New Mexico and beyond.

• 403(b)
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Business Hours:

• Monday through Friday, Hybrid and/or Remote Options Available
• Operating Hours from 8:00am – 5pm (MST)
• Weekend availability for some positions

Work Location:

700 Lomas Blvd. NE, Two Woodward Center, Albuquerque, NM 87102, or eligible to work remotely in the following states:
Colorado, Georgia, Missouri, New Mexico, South Carolina, or Texas.

Accessibility:

The University of New Mexico Foundation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please contact Robert Moreno, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Generalist, at .

The University of New Mexico Foundation participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.