Utah State University

Programmer/Analyst SR

City Logan Campus
Posted Date 11 hours ago(2/5/2025 10:46 AM)
Requisition ID
2025-8764
# of Openings
1
Job Locations
US-UT-Logan
Category (Portal Searching)
Program Management & Support
Position Type
Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification
Exempt
Percent of Time or Hours per Week
100% Time
College
E Eccles Jones Coll of Ed & Hum Svs
Department
Special Educ & Rehabil Counseling
Advertised Salary
Minimum $84,500; Commensurate with education and experience, plus excellent benefits
Telework Eligible
Yes

Overview

The Programmer/Analyst SR will be responsible for leading a team of programmers and analysts in the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of software applications and systems. They will be providing technical guidance and mentorship while ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

 

This is a full-time position eligible for excellent benefits including: 13 paid holidays, earn 22 days of paid leave and 12 days of sick leave per year, 50% tuition reduction for employee and spouse, competitive health benefits packages and a generous contribution into your retirement. View more information here: Summary of Benefits 2024-2025.

 

This position is telework eligible within the state of Utah.

 

If you have questions about the position or requested documents please contact the search committee chair, Brian Phillips (435-797-2381; brian.phillips@usu.edu).

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of programmers and analysts in designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining new software applications and systems designed to support youth transitions to employment and community participation
  • Plan, assign, and delegate tasks to team members, monitor project progress, and ensure deliverables meet deadlines and quality standards
  • Scope, design, and estimate programming projects, transforming functional requirements into detailed technical designs
  • Design, develop, modify, and document complex applications programs, writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code, with an emphasis on a rich user experience and on accessibility
  • Analyze user requirements, define system specifications, and design logical data models
  • Provide technical expertise, conduct code reviews, and implement best practices for software development and project management

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • 6 years of experience in software development and analysis
  • Proven experience in leading and managing teams
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with various programming languages and technologies
  • Knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g. Agile, Lean, Scrum)
  • Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in project management methodologies (e.g. PMP)
  • Experience with database design and administration
  • Experience with cloud computing technologies
  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

  1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
  2. Portfolio information to be uploaded in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"
  3. Cover letter to be typed/pasted into at text box at the end of the application

*A portfolio showcasing your programming projects and code samples is highly valuable (Your portfolio provides tangible evidence of your abilities to potential employers). This can include:

    • Links to GitHub repositories 
    • Descriptions of significant projects you’ve completed
    • Code snippets demonstrating your skills
    • Any apps or websites you’ve developed

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Minimum $84,500; Commensurate with education and experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

College/Department Highlights

Department Highlights

The Department of Special Education and Rehabilitation Counseling is recognized nationally for both personnel preparation and research. The Department offers special education degree programs at the bachelors, masters, and doctoral levels. The bachelor’s program prepares graduates to teach students with mild/moderate disabilities, severe disabilities, and/or young children with disabilities. The department offers three master’s programs: a Master of Science, that includes a Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) verified course sequence, a Master of Education in Special Education, and a Master of Rehabilitation Counseling.

The department also sponsors a unique interdisciplinary doctoral (Ph.D.) program in Disability Disciplines which includes specializations in (1) special education, (2) applied behavior analysis, (3) rehabilitation counseling, (4) speech and language pathology, (5) audiology, (6) pathokinesiology, and (7) disability studies. Department faculty, along with colleagues from the university-affiliated Institute for Disability Research, Policy, and Practice, have a well-established record of obtaining research and training grants, national and international consulting, editorial work on national journals, and leadership in professional organizations. More information on the Department can be found on our website at sperc.usu.edu.

 

College Highlights

The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services is committed to inclusive excellence in research, teaching, and service activities across a wide array of education and human service fields. The college is home to eight academic departments with approximately 200 faculty who are engaged in innovative research and high-quality graduate and undergraduate education. The college’s programs and outreach missions are strengthened by an on-campus elementary laboratory school and five stand-alone centers. Faculty, students, and staff within the college also engage with a broad range of community partners to both provide opportunities for community-engaged research and learning and enhance the quality of education and human service programs throughout the state of Utah.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

 

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

 

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

 

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

 

*updated 01/2025

Notice of Non-discrimination

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

 

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023

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