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Boston College

Applications Developer

Boston College, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, United States, 02167

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Boston College Introduction

Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,484 full-time undergraduates and 5,250 graduate and professional students. Ranked 35 among national universities, Boston College has 888 full-time and 1,281 FTE faculty, 2,711 non-faculty employees, an operating budget of $1.4 billion, and an endowment in excess of $3.5 billion.

Job Description

The

Applications Developer

must have experience with PeopleSoft applications, including a strong understanding of PeopleSoft's HRMS/FSCM functional and technical capabilities. Strong SQL and relational database experience, solid experience in Application Engine, Application Package, Component Interface, SQR, nVision, PeopleCode, Workflow, PeopleTools 8 AppDesigner, application of Upgrade/Bundles, Oracle DBMS, and Linux experience.

Delivers complex applications in support of the university's business needs. This position is responsible for all aspects of the analysis, design, development, and implementation of a variety of computer applications in a complex environment, including client/server and web-based as well as SaaS.

The Application Developer is responsible for installing purchased packages, programming in-house applications, integrating and testing applications, and diagnosing production problems. The Application Developer supervises and works with project teams, ensuring that application systems are of the highest quality and in compliance with standards and organizational objectives. This requires involvement by the incumbent at various capacities, including managing and planning project assignments, developing design and technical specifications, assisting users with business requirements, mentoring and training application developers, and promoting and developing strategic new services.

This person may lead major projects and is responsible for all aspects of project administration, leading to successful implementation. Works within ITS and with representatives of the campus community to ensure services are aligned with internal and external customer needs. Establishes and maintains constructive and effective relationships, actively promoting customer service and teamwork values.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule at the discretion of management (NOT a fully remote option).

Title and salary commensurate with relevant experience based on the following titles and hiring ranges:

Senior level (5 + years exp) salary range: 107k – 134k

Mid-level (3-5 years exp) salary range: 92k – 115k

Associate level (1-3 years exp) salary range: 76k - 95k

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or relevant discipline.

Working experience designing, developing, and supporting custom applications and data integrations.

Knowledge of network infrastructure components, web-based application development tools, prototyping paradigms, security issues, and production control.

Strong understanding of PeopleSoft’s HRMS/FSCM functional and technical capabilities.

Strong data analysis techniques and knowledge.

Experience with technical analysis of application and system interdependencies.

Experience developing test strategies, plans, and executing them.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

May be required to work additional hours to meet project/unit deadlines and timeframes.

Closing Statement

Boston College offers a broad and competitive range of benefits depending on your job classification eligibility:

Tuition remission for Employees

Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements

Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Low-Cost Life Insurance

Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays Annually

Generous Sick and Vacation Pay

Additional benefits can be found on https://www.bc.edu/employeehandbook

Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.

Boston College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category, including disability and protected veteran status. Boston College's Notice of Nondiscrimination can be viewed at https://www.bc.edu/nondiscrimination .