Software Engineer

Job Summary:Internet Scout is a research group based in the Computer Sciences Department at UW-Madison, focused on developing new digital repository and online resource discovery and dissemination tools and technologies, primarily for the Higher Education and Research communities. Current Internet Scout projects under way include Advanced Technological Education (ATE) Central (http://atecentral.net) and Metavus (http://metavus.net). Internet Scout offers a flexible environment, smart co-workers, and the chance to make a significant impact on a national scale.As a key member of the Internet Scout team, the Software Engineer will work with other team members to develop and maintain new open source software and build interfaces, technologies, and tools for various grant-funded projects. The position requires substantive software development experience, familiarity with user interface design principles, and excellent written communication skills.An applicant may be hired into a Software Engineer/Developer I or Software Engineer/Developer II title dependent upon experience. Title will be determined upon hire.Responsibilities:Software Engineer/Developer II (IT003)Software Engineer/Developer I (IT002)Institutional Statement on Diversity:Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and InclusionEducation:PreferredAssociate's DegreeQualifications:Required Qualifications:• Substantive experience developing with JavaScript, SQL, and either PHP or Python• Excellent written communication skills• Familiarity with user interface design principles• Solid knowledge of Object Oriented Programming concepts and practices• Experience developing in a Linux or BSD environmentPreferred Qualifications:• Practical knowledge of and experience with software design patterns• Substantive experience with jQuery and jQueryUI• Experience developing with Bootstrap and SASS/SCSS• Familiarity with using Photoshop or a similar tool for web design and developmentWork Type:Full Time: 100%This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.Appointment Type, Duration:Ongoing/RenewableSalary:Minimum $51,955 ANNUAL (12 months)Depending on QualificationsThe typical starting salary for this position is $52,000 - $93,000 depending on qualifications and experience. An applicant may be hired into a Software Engineer/Developer I or Software Engineer/Developer II title dependent upon experience. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays and paid time off; competitive insurances and saving accounts; and retirement benefits.How to Apply:Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process.Applications must be submitted by 11:55 pm on the deadline date. To apply, please upload a cover letter and resume. Your cover letter and resume should address your qualifications as they pertain to the listed requirements and include URLs for examples of past work. Once final applicants are identified, they will be asked to provide names and contact information for at least three professional references, including a current/most recent supervisor.At UW-Madison, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this position, we encourage you to apply.For questions on the position, please email jobs@scout.wisc.eduContact:Becky Bushrbush@wisc.edu608-890-4538Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.Official Title:Software Engineer/Developer I(IT002) or Software Engineer/Developer II(IT003)Department(s):A48-COL OF LETTERS & SCIENCE/COMPUTER SCI/COMP SCIEmployment Class:Academic Staff-RenewableJob Number:303643-ASThe University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click hereIf you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. 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