Application Developer I

Job Category Staff & Executive - Information Technology

Department

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Application Developer I in the Central Administration within the Office of Information Technology ( OIT ). Under the direction of the Director of IT for Enterprise Student Services and Integration, the Application Developer I designs and implements integration processes between various Rutgers systems and services using enterprise cloud-based services, including AWS , Heroku, Oracle Integration Cloud ( OIC ), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology.

Additional tasks related to the ongoing documentation, maintenance, and improvement of supported web-based applications will also be performed. Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Designs and implements data integration processes between various Rutgers systems and services using enterprise cloud-based services, including AWS , Heroku, Oracle Integration Cloud ( OIC ), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology.
• Maintains and improves supported web-based applications and integration processes and communicate with vendor support teams, as necessary.
• Troubleshoots problems, works with staff to resolve problems; works closely with functional users to understand and resolve open issues.
• Participates in change management and release management activities. Identifies and reports risks, issues, and dependencies of assigned tasks/projects.
• Participates in test planning, performs unit, integration, performance, and user acceptance testing as needed, and applies performance optimizations.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 27S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary

Mid Range Salary

Maximum Salary

Maximum Salary

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the Flex Work@RU Application System.

Union Description

Union Description HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation

Payroll…