Applications Systems Analyst I

## Applications Systems Analyst IApplylocations:
Orlando, FL (Main Campus) time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
August 13, 2026 (12 days left to apply) job requisition :
R113849
** Center for Distributed Learning:
** The Center for Distributed Learning (CDL) serves as the central agent for online learning at UCF, providing leadership in distance learning policies, strategies, and practices. Our teams consist of motivated developers, creators, and dreamers dedicated to exploring new technology to enhance teaching and learning at UCF.
** The Opportunity**: UCF is seeking a skilled Applications Systems Analyst I to join the CDL.  In this role, you will support analysis, implementation, testing and continuous improvement of digital learning applications and related systems that advance teaching, learning, and academic operations  primary function of this role is software development portfolio management, including intake coordination, business and system requirements documentation, workflow analysis, solution planning, implementation support, and communication among functional stakeholders, technical teams, and software developers.

The position works closely with developers throughout the software development lifecycle to translate stakeholder needs into actionable requirements, clarify technical considerations, support testing and troubleshooting, and ensure development work aligns with functional priorities and operational needs. The role also supports system configuration, maintenance, upgrades, issue resolution, documentation, compliance, and ongoing operations. Hands-on programming experience is strongly desired to support effective analysis, troubleshooting, technical coordination, and collaboration with software development staff.

Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support the university’s digital learning mission.

This is an Auxiliary (AUX) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.
** Responsibilities:
*** Conducts business and systems analysis to support software development portfolio intake, requirements gathering, prioritization, and evaluation of functional and operational needs for custom digital learning applications and related services.
* Develops and maintains functional requirements, process documentation, technical specifications, and scope summaries to support software development planning, implementation, and ongoing portfolio management.
* Analyzes business processes, academic and administrative workflows, system functionality, stakeholder needs, and user experience to recommend functional solutions, process improvements, and service delivery enhancements.
* Coordinates documentation, communication, training, and change management related activities associated with application enhancements, updates, service improvements, and stakeholder adoption efforts.
* Supports the application lifecycle for assigned systems through implementation, maintenance, patches, upgrades, testing, release activities, post-implementation support, and occasional minor code or configuration updates when needed.
* Executes functional testing, validation, code-level troubleshooting when appropriate, and documentation of system changes to ensure accuracy, reliability, compliance, and continuity of operations.
* Assists developers and technical staff in investigating incidents and service issues by documenting findings, tracking resolution efforts, coordinating stakeholder communication, and supporting review of minor code or configuration changes when appropriate.
* Performs minor code or configuration updates in support of system maintenance and operational continuity.
* Provides functional and technical support for systems and services, including troubleshooting, support coordination, developer collaboration, and communication related to system issues, enhancements, or service changes.
** Minimum Qualifications**:

Bachelor’s degree; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 4 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree; or an equivalent combination of education and…