Software Engineer Ii

Software Engineer II

Location:

Edinburg, Texas (University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, MASS Building 2nd Floor).

Scope of Job: Perform mid-level analysis, design, development, and implementation for computer-based information systems to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and support business processes, including Student, Finance, Human Resources (ERP systems) and third‑party applications.

• Lead software development phases: gather, analyze, document, validate, and manage requirements; create technical design documents; adhere to department standards and the Software Development Lifecycle.
• Design and develop new, functional software programs, collaborating with stakeholders to produce technical documentation and code.
• Perform testing to validate code prior to release; debug and troubleshoot technical issues with minimal assistance.
• Conduct technical research to stay current with feasible solutions and maintain technical knowledge of enterprise administrative system modules.
• Apply mid‑level experience to execute judgment, make decisions, and support the software lifecycle.
• Participate with senior staff in developing operating standards and procedures.
• Guide junior team members on low‑impact projects or implementations to develop their technical skills.
• Act as authorized project lead for small‑sized projects involving various resources.
• Provide senior staff with development assistance and project estimates for small projects.
• Proactively contribute ideas and suggestions during team and functional meetings.
• Document solutions using standard technical formats (e.g., Use Case Model, MD050).
• Self‑teach new tools and languages at a moderate/proficient pace.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Receives specific supervision from assigned supervisor. May supervise assigned staff.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a related major from an accredited university.

None specified.

Two (2) years of experience with software development, including analysis, design, development, testing, and/or implementation using one or more structured programming languages.

None specified.

Full‑time.

Commensurate with experience.

Minimum qualification:

ability to maintain security or integrity of critical infrastructure.

Resourceful and creative problem‑solving; analytical and accurate code identification; strong written and verbal communication; technical research and writing; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Standard office equipment.

Office environment, occasional travel, and weekend or evening work may be required.

It is the policy of the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. The University complies with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

We encourage women, minorities, and differently abled persons to apply.