Application Developer

Union/Affiliation: Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)
Pay range: $85,993 to $102,588 annually
SFU Department Descr: IT Services - Academic Management Systems
Position Grade: 10
# of openings: 1
Biweekly Hours: 72

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

About The Role

The Application Developer analyzes, designs, modifies, installs and maintains application programs, integrated systems, or software solutions including databases to meet user and organizational information needs at department, faculty and/or institutional level. Develops large and multi-domain enterprise-level administrative systems consistent with Information Technology Services architectural principles and practices, and the overall goals of the University. Participates in all design, development, and implementation activities in the entire software development lifecycle; performs system testing and prepares system documentation; and provides operational support for all systems within Academic Management Systems (AMS).

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computing Science or related discipline, with five years of related experience including experience in complex information system development, or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.

• Excellent knowledge of agile, SCRUM, DevOps and other continuous integration/deployment practices.
• Excellent knowledge of hardware, software, application, and systems engineering.
• Excellent knowledge of the deployment of open-source, commercial, and in-house applications and the business requirements supporting them.
• Excellent knowledge of modern web development technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP frameworks and libraries such as Bootstrap, JQuery, Laravel, React, and Node.js with a good sense of UI/UX.
• Excellent knowledge of development and programming framework including Object Oriented Programming and MVC design architecture.
• Excellent knowledge of web services technologies including REST, JSON, SOAP and OAuth.
• Excellent knowledge of database technologies including Entity Relationship Framework, MySQL, DB2, and SQL Server.
• Excellent knowledge of business process management and best practices in enterprise architecture.
• Good knowledge of information services in a post-secondary institutional environment.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, teamwork and mentorship skills.
• Excellent collaboration, organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to staff and clients including the ability to influence change.
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior executives, managers, project managers, internal customers and external partners.
• Ability to work effectively with competing interests and divergent groups.
• Ability to work well individually and in teams.
  
  

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more!
• Prorated for part-time employees
  
  

Additional Information

There is an Identified Departmental Candidate.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [email protected].