IT Programmer 2

Department

BSD BIS - Technical Services

About the Department

The University of Chicago biomedical enterprise houses three entities: the Biological Sciences Division (BSD), the University of Chicago Medicine (UCM), and the Pritzker School of Medicine. Collectively called UCM, we are one of the nation's leading academic medical institutions and have been at the forefront of discovery, education, and clinical care since 1927. Located 20 minutes south of downtown Chicago, our Hyde Park main campus provides a single environment for learning, world-renowned basic science and clinical research, and outstanding clinical care. The BSD is the largest academic unit within the University.

The BSD is comprised of faculty from ten basic science departments, 13 clinical departments, and several Centers and Institutes. The approximately 1,300 faculty and 3,000 staff members working in the BSD collaborate across the organization to achieve our Mission, Vision, and Values (MVV):

MISSION: As part of the University of Chicago, we pursue globally impactful solutions to seemingly unsolvable challenges. Through our rigorous research, innovative education, and comprehensive care and healing, we collaborate on life-changing advancements that create meaningful results for our community and the world, including a greater, more equitable future for all.

VISION: Together, we elevate the human experience with knowledge and health care.

VALUES:
• Commit to Excellence: We contribute our exceptional talents to all we do and empower the same spirit of excellence in others
.• Embrace Curiosity: We stay open to new ideas, champion diverse perspectives, and drive a culture of thoughtful risk-taking to deliver transformative innovation.
• Embody Equity: We identify systemic issues and then foster change to drive a more equitable environment inclusive of diverse people, ideas, and fields of science.
• Grow Together: We meaningfully collaborate with one another to create something bigger than we could ever achieve alone
.• Make a Difference: We lead with heart and compassion in all our interactions. We create positive change in our areas of influence, whether expanding scientific inquiry, developing the next generation of leaders, or healing our community.
• Take Ownership: We accomplish what we say we will and hold ourselves and one another accountable for our actions.

The MVV serves as our True North, charting our strategic plan for the next ten years and beyond. It is an exciting time to be a part of the University of Chicago and the BSD. Our team is helping to shape the future for our learners, staff, faculty, patients, and community.

Job Summary

The job performs a variety of activities relating to software support and/or development. Provides analysis, design, development, debugging, and modification of computer code for end user applications, beta general releases, web pages, and production support. Troubleshoots problems using existing procedures to find a possible solution.

Responsibilities

• Independently designs, implements, tests and bug fixes new features for applications primarily in the Microsoft C# ecosystem.

• Responsible for proactive and regular communication with other team members involved in the development process.

• Write programs according to specifications determined during meetings with end users or as supplied by the Programming Manager/Business Analysts.

• Works with business analysts and program managers to gather and analyze requirements for developmental programs. Designs applications to meet University and business requirements with minimal guidance.

• Participates in end-to-end initial beta-testing, ensuring compliance with stated requirements.

• Provides appropriate written documentation of project development and programming code.

• Independently solves problems and identifies and suggests opportunities for technical improvement and performance optimization.

• Ensures that appropriate implementation standards are met for both functional and non-functional requirements such as performance and security.

• Investigates, analyzes and resolves day-to-day technical problems using standard procedures.

• Works with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements for developmental programs. Receives a moderate level of guidance to design applications to meet University and business requirements.

• Supports and maintains existing applications. Works with web developers and responds to requests from users.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• 2-5 years of relevant software development experience, full cycle strongly preferred, including design, coding, testing, and support. 

• ​Expertise with Microsoft C# programming using MSSQL as database backend.

• Knowledge of web applications, REST API, and service-based architectures.

• Knowledge of application lifecycle management tools such as Azure DevOps.

• ​Experience with version control leveraging git.

• Familiarity with CI/CD and Agile methodologies​.

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to work productively with business analysts, program managers, and business stakeholders to drive best practices, ensuring accountability for deliverables and outcomes.

• Strong debugging and trouble-shooting skills.

• Ability to take a broad plan and break it into incremental tasks, estimate the effort needed to complete them, and ensure the completion of each task, meeting the required level of quality.

• Ability to prioritize and manage workload to meet critical project milestones and deadlines.

• Ability to plan and persuade others to adopt new structures or systems in order to meet objectives.

• Ability to take and provide constructive and helpful input and feedback on technical issues.

• In-depth knowledge in all technical areas of major projects and core products.

• Ability to work in a collaborative team to ensure accountability for deliverables and outcomes. 

• ​Understands and can maintain confidentiality related to sensitive matters such as personally identifiable, FERPA (Student), and HIPPA (Healthcare) related information.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

Job Family

Information Technology

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$80,000.00 - $120,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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