Back End Software Developer

This a Full Remote job, the offer is available from: United StatesAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:• CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.• CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:Penn State IT is seeking a Software Engineer interested in server-side development. This position will establish and maintain best practices in software development and design, design and develop software for multiple systems based on identified business needs and requirements, as well as integrate more complex elements and technological advances into work assignments.The location of this position is flexible and can operate fully remote within the United States, fully in-person at our University Park Campus, or in a hybrid model of both in-person and remote. Standard working hours are in the eastern time zone. Candidates must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.QualificationsEducationThe successful candidate will be skilled in modern principles of software engineering and have a strong interest in server-side development. Desired programming skills include Go, Java, REST API Design, and SQL. Additional knowledge of continuous integration, Kubernetes, Helm, Docker and other programming languages is a plus.Skills and ExperienceThis position will be filled at an Intermediate or Advanced Professional depending upon the successful candidate's competencies, education, and experience. The intermediate professional level requires a minimum of an associate's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional education and/or experience are required for higher-level positions.Responsibilities• Collaborate with end users and service managers to identify and analyze requirements• Design, develop, test, debug, install, implement, modify and support new or existing applications software• Develop product specifications and development plan; participate in all aspects of the development process• Design and create prototypes and estimate resource requirements• Develop the framework and design integrations for multiples systems• Develop testing strategies and automated testing within an established architecture framework• Contribute to software development efforts as a subject matter expert, reviewing applications for compliance, accessibility, and security standards• Implement, review progress, and evaluate results on complex work assignments• Investigate data and/or program problems; determine source of problem; take corrective action• Lead continuous improvement efforts by adopting processes that improve overall efficiency• Serve as technical liaison with other departments and organizations to implement, integrate, review, and evaluate technologies and services• Lead portions of large tasks or projects• Maintain familiarity with installed software standards and procedures and evaluate other tools to determine the appropriate fit into application development• Provide technical guidance to other staff; mentor, train, and establish standards for other staffThe Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:$61,800.00 - $115,100.00Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Federal Contractors Labor Law PosterPA State Labor Law PosterAffirmative ActionPenn State PoliciesCopyright InformationHotlinesUniversity Park, PAThis offer from "Penn State University" has been enriched by Jobgether.com and got a 75% flex score.