"Application Developer"

Summary

Application Developer to be part of our team focusing on next generation learning experiences. The Classroom and Learning Solutions team is at the forefront of developing learning experiences in a fast-paced and technically rich environment contributing to many UMGC initiatives. The Application Developer will create solutions for innovative learning through the use of new approaches and technologies. This Application Developer will contribute to the effective integration, deployment and management of platforms that support next generation learning experiences. Including but not limited to; learning management systems, content management systems, and third party and custom developed learning technologies. Communication and culture are also core responsibilities in this role.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Research and suggest new approaches and technologies pertinent to the mission of Classroom and Learning Solutions
• Provide programming support to extend functionality of LMS/CMS to support interactive content and tools
• Analyze business processes to identify and implement automation of repetitive tasks and scripted job aids
• Peer review and test new and revised programmatic functionality as requested by another team member to verify visual and functional quality
• Provide programming support for integrated technologies
• Understand business process and requirements to provide technical solutions that meet customer needs
• Work with internal and external customers to clearly define requirements, uncover business rules and processes, and create user stories

Education & Experience Requirements

Experience

• Minimum of two years of experience as a web programmer
• Minimum of two years of experience working with online learning technologies (LMS, CMS, LTI, etc)
• Javascript, HTML, CSS, XML and server-side programming to connect to databases
• Software development process, including agile/scrum methodology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with unit testing and automated testing tools
• Excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to solve challenging technical problems, successfully deploy projects and complete assigned tasks

Preferred Experience Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Experience

• Adobe Experience Manager and AEM Core components (Example: Sling, OSGI, JCR, Dispatcher)
• Java (OSGi, JSP, Servlets)
• IMS Global Standards (LTI, LIS, Caliber etc)
• Web front end technologies such as: HTML5, SASS, css3, Bootstrap, jQuery
• Sightly (AEM Templating language) and CoralUI/TouchUI
• Automating builds with Maven using CI Servers like Jenkins/Hudson
• VPAT, accessibility and/or ADA compliance
• Customer relationship management

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.

Benefits Package Highlights

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 days of paid vacation, 15 days of sick leave, 3 personal days, and 15 paid holidays (16 during general election years). For part-time employees, time off rates will be prorated based on the number of hours worked.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance. Part-time employees working less than 0.5 FTE are not eligible for LTD.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Available for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Retirement Plans: Choose between the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS).
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.
• Tuition Remission: Immediate availability for Regular Exempt Staff. Spouses and dependent children are eligible for undergraduate tuition remission after two years of service. NOTE: For part-time employees (at least 50 percent of the time), tuition remission benefits are prorated.

Hiring Range

$102,000.00 - $112,900.00