Application Developer OR Application Programmer​/Analyst

• Information Technology Services intends to hire 2 positions from this search at either the Application Developer (PIA2) or Application Programmer/Analyst (PIA1) level, based on the qualifications of the successful candidates.

The University of Iowa’s Information Technology Services (ITS) organization is seeking two talented professionals to join our Administrative Information Systems team. These positions will play a key role in developing and supporting custom web applications that power the university’s administrative and business operations.

If you enjoy full-stack development, solving complex challenges, and collaborating to build efficient, user-focused systems, we’d love to hear from you.

• Develop, maintain, and enhance web applications used across campus.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into functional and technical solutions.
• Build application features using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and improve both modern and legacy systems.
• Participate in design discussions, contribute to architectural decisions, and ensure high-quality, maintainable code.
• Assist with small-scale project planning and provide peer support within a collaborative team environment.

ITS values work life balance and offers flexible work options where possible. These positions are eligible for on-site, hybrid, or remote work within the state of Iowa, and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

For a detailed job description of either position, please email Melanie Bell at melanie-bell.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Several years of experience developing web applications using Java.
• Familiarity with modern web frameworks and development tools.
• Solid understanding of relational databases and SQL.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control, testing, and deployment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Interest in participating in all phases of the software development lifecycle.

• Knowledge of modern front-end and back-end frameworks and technologies.
• Exposure to legacy systems and willingness to learn and maintain them.
• Understanding of secure coding practices.
• Familiarity with administrative or enterprise systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least one year of experience developing web applications using Java or similar object-oriented programming languages.
• Familiarity with web frameworks and development tools.
• Basic understanding of relational databases and SQL.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control, testing, and deployment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Interest in participating in all phases of the software development lifecycle.

• Knowledge of modern front-end and back-end frameworks and technologies.
• Exposure to or knowledge of legacy systems.
• Understanding of secure coding practices.
• Familiarity with administrative or enterprise systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Resume
• Cover letter

In your cover letter, indicate the classification (Application Developer or Application Programmer/Analyst) you wish to be considered for, or indicate both.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates…