Position title: IT Software Engineer
Position #: JR105257
This position is available within the
University of Maryland's Division of Information Technology (DIT).
We're seeking a Software Engineer to join our DevOps team. This
position plays a critical role in supporting enterprise software development by managing software development platforms, implementing CI/CD
solutions, supporting cloud-based applications, and assisting development teams with modern software delivery practices.
The
successful candidate will work closely with software engineers, architects, and technical leadership to maintain and enhance our development
ecosystem. This position will also develop custom applications, integrations, and automation solutions to streamline the software delivery
processes.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop custom applications, tools, and automation solutions to
support software development teams and improve operational efficiency. - Manage, administer, and support enterprise software
platforms, including vendor-provided products and software development/DevOps tools. - Collaborate with engineering teams to design,
implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines. - Assist engineering teams with software delivery best practices, troubleshooting, and
DevOps-related technical issues. - Monitor application delivery environments and identify opportunities for automation and process
improvement. - Evaluate and support emerging technologies, including AI-enabled development tools and enterprise AI platforms.
**This position is considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a
major catastrophic event, weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.**
**May be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, or different shifts for extended periods.**
Physical Demands:
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift,
carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The
worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing;
viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Licenses/Certifications: N/A
Minimum
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three (3)
years of professional software engineering experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted
on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of custom interfaces and websites, using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
- Knowledge of software development
methodologies. - Skill in effective written and oral communication.
- Skill in the use of office productivity software such as
Office 365 or Google Workspaces. - Ability to provide basic mentorship to junior staff members.
- Ability to create custom
code. - Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
- Ability to multitask while demonstrating a
commitment to customer service.
Additional Job Details:
* Required Application Materials: Resume,
Cover Letter, List of Three References. Applications missing these materials will NOT be considered
* Best
Consideration Date: 11/06/2026
- Open Until Filled: Yes
- Salary Range: $112,800.00 -
$135,360.00
Remote Work: Please note
that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in person component with expected time in our College Park,
MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.
Visa Sponsorship Information: DIT will not sponsor the
successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future. F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this
position.
Job Risks: Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required: No. For more information
on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department: DIT-EE-Software
Engineering
Worker Sub-Type: Staff Regular
Benefits Summary: For more information on Regular Exempt benefits,
select this link.
Background Checks: Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check.
Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the
finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The
University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by
the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment
Eligibility: The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that
establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate
renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth
by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal
Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.