Sierra Developer

Job Summary

We are looking for a Sierra Developer with strong experience in Innovative Interfaces Sierra Integrated Library System (ILS) to design, customize, and support library workflows. The role focuses on Sierra APIs, backend integrations, SQL reporting, and system customization, working closely with library staff, vendors, and enterprise IT teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and customize solutions within Innovative Sierra ILS
• Customize circulation, cataloging, acquisitions, and patron workflows
• Configure Sierra parameters and system settings
• Develop extensions using Sierra REST APIs

• Design and maintain integrations between Sierra and:

• Discovery layers (Primo, EDS, World Cat Discovery)

• Library systems (ILL, selfcheck, RFID)

• Campus systems (ERP, SSO, payment gateways)

• Build and maintain RESTful services for data exchange

• Support realtime and batch integrations

• Write and optimize SQL queries against Sierra Postgre
  
  SQL databases
• Build custom reports and dashboards
• Support data extraction for analytics, reporting, and audits
• Ensure database performance and data integrity

• Develop scripts and services using:

• Python / Java / JavaScript / Perl

• Automate jobs, batch loads, and data cleanup

• Support upgrades and testing of Sierra releases