Sr. Python Programmer; Sr. Software Developer Analyst

Work Arrangement

Flexible work arrangements and telework are available. Remote work for individuals outside Texas but within the United States and its territories will be considered and requires central‑office approval. A typical 8‑hour flexible schedule should occur between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Central Time, with occasional requirements outside normal business hours.

Lead technical development of Python/Django/Oracle web applications to deliver complex software solutions for Technology Resources (TRecs). Mentor other programmers, collaborate with Product Owners and clients to create and interpret business specifications, and maintain and enhance existing business applications, integrations, and jobs.

• Provide programming, technical, and data analysis; write custom code, configure software packages, and debug moderate to complex logic.
• Build integrations between software packages; scope projects and tasks accurately.
• Work closely with product owners to determine business requirements and system objectives for small and medium efforts.
• Investigate available software configurations, make recommendations, and define technical tasks for the project team.
• Lead the team to design, develop, implement, and maintain software; enforce quality‑assurance, testing, security, usability, and accessibility standards.
• Review programs and systems written by others; provide supervision, mentorship, and direction to junior staff.
• Provide advanced operational support, including monitoring systems, investigating issues, and remediating code deficiencies.
• Collaborate on quality assurance and testing; champion automated tests where feasible.
• Review, improve, and create system documentation, diagrams, and flowcharts.

• Three or more years of Python experience designing, writing, developing, and testing complex software for administrative systems.
• Experience delivering successful projects to meet business requirements, including estimating and establishing milestones.
• Experience leading IT projects.
• Exceptional analytical, multi‑tasking, and resourceful problem‑solving skills.
• Experience documenting and testing complex processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with both non‑technical and technical audiences.
• Ability to work across organizational units to achieve goals.
• Self‑managed and highly motivated with a strong drive for delivering high‑quality results within schedule.
• Professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative team orientation.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• Bachelor’s degree with more than five years of demonstrated Python and IT leadership experience.
• Experience with Oracle and, optionally, Natural/ADABAS.
• Experience implementing or integrating vendor software packages into a heterogeneous production environment.
• Experience meeting security and accessibility standards.
• Experience with waterfall or agile software development processes.
• Experience with UT Austin administrative systems.

$85,000 + depending on qualifications.

• Competitive health benefits, 100% employee premium, 50% family premium.
• Vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options.
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas with 8% employer matching plus voluntary retirement programs.
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
• Free training access through Linked In Learning and professional conference opportunities.
• Tuition assistance.
• Expansive employee discount program, including athletic tickets.
• Free access to UT Austin libraries and museums.
• Free rides on UT Shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses.