Sr. Application Developer

Job Description Applies advanced software concepts and objectives to medium to large projects of broad scope and complexity. Regularly resolves highly complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Selects tools, methods, techniques and evaluation criteria to obtain results.

• Create compelling web application user interfaces
• Design, implement, test, maintain and release the web applications
• Create self-contained, reusable, and testable modules
• Review and discuss the business requirements and proposed solution with colleagues, project manager and users
• Deliver timely and high-quality output

IT Enterprise System provides infrastructure, Enterprise analytics, integration, and application support services and is essential to the institution’s ability to support growth, mitigate security risk, and manage, store and share sensitive information.

50 % Design, develop, and maintain full‑stack enterprise applications by translating business requirements into scalable technical solutions, including prototyping and user interface development. Provide ongoing support and maintenance, including troubleshooting, performance optimization, and execution of test plans to ensure system reliability and stability. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze user needs, and deliver secure, efficient, and user‑centered solutions.
20 % Meet with the users to understand the business requirements and create prototypes for proof of concept.
20 % Support and maintain the applications. Troubleshoot the customer issues.
10 % Sets the technical requirements for complex software specifications. Specifies, develops and executes sustainable test plans.

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related area, or equivalent experience/training
• At least 3 years of proven experience in full‑stack application development using Node.js, PHP, JavaScript, jQuery and PHP frameworks such as Lumen / Laravel.
• Strong proficiency in MySQL database design, development, and performance tuning.
• Experience working in Linux/Unix environments, including shell scripting and managing cron jobs.
• Familiarity with modern UI/UX design principles and front‑end development practices.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies, including Agile or Scrum.
• Experience using version control systems such as Git Hub for code management and collaboration.
• Understanding of system integration concepts and working with enterprise applications (e.g., ERP systems such as Oracle or similar platforms).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

• Experience in higher education, healthcare, or similar complex organizational environments is a plus.
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts or experience integrating AI‑driven features into applications is desirable.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification  positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.