.Net Software Developer - School of Social Work
University of Illinois

.Net Software Developer - School of Social Work

Center for Prevention Research and Development (CPRD)

The .Net Software Developer for the Center for Prevention Research and Development (CPRD), within the University of Illinois' School of Social Work, works as a member of the Application Data Services (ADS) Team to create and maintain web applications that support project needs. We seek candidates focused on improving the health and well-being of Illinoisans through technological solutions.

The .Net Software Developer is responsible for implementing established processes for development and testing, maintaining technical documentation, and collaborating with team members. All CPRD web applications are stable with planned enhancements and releases. The .Net Software Developer works 37.5 hours per week (8:30am-5:00pm) with limited overtime.

CPRD is a vibrant applied research center that has been in operation for 30 years. CPRD has a stable $3.5 million-dollar portfolio of projects in substance use prevention, juvenile justice, maternal and early childhood health, teen pregnancy prevention, and police deflection. CPRD invests in its staff with procedures to support professional development and ongoing learning opportunities.

Duties & Responsibilities

Developing

• Develop reliable, robust, and secure web applications as a member of a development team.
• Develop new enhancement on existing web application and database driven web applications to meet client needs using ASP.NET Web Forms, MVC, WPF, Blazor, C#, SQL-Server, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, Telerik devcraft, Angular JS and bootstrap.
• Design and setup databases for use with dynamic applications including SQL Server stored procedures, optimization, and security.
• Serve as Tier 2 for maintaining and supporting web applications and existing database driven web applications to resolve customer issues.
• Writing well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices.
• Develop reusable, maintainable cross-browser components/widgets for seamless integration across multiple websites.
• Design and implement website layouts and user interfaces using standard HTML/CSS practices, optimized for Web Forms, MVC, and Blazor frameworks.
• Integrate client and server side technologies.
• Modify existing functionality to enhance web accessibility.

Testing

• Design and write test automation scripts and execute them.
• Design and write and test manual testing.

Documentation

• Create technical documentation for internal and external audiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four (4) years of work experience in IT-related functions such as hardware/software support, programming, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or closely related field. College coursework which includes Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline may be substituted as follows:
  • 30 semester hours equals one (1) year,
  • Associate's Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen (18) months,
  • 90 semester hours equals two (2) years,
  • Bachelor's Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years).
• Demonstrated experience developing data-driven web applications using .Net technologies and SQL Server.
• Demonstrated experience with ASP.net web forms, or ASP.net MVC, or Blazor.
• Demonstrated experience developing secure web applications and/or web services, using program language such as C#, JavaScript, CSS and/or HTML.
• Demonstrated experience with software version control (such as Git, TFS, or SVN).
• Demonstrated experience with a minimum of two of the following development tools: Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Office family of applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• Experience with Git or similar version control system.
• Awareness of current web standards and trends.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of ARIA, JSON, Bootstrap, angular, GitLab, GitHub, Java-Script, Telerik dev controls or Ginger by Amdocs.
• Experience with Git or similar version control system.
• Knowledge of common cross-browser issues and fixes. Familiarity with progressive enhancement techniques.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills. Ability to be flexible and work as part of a team.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5031 - Information Technology Technical Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the search posting closes. The budgeted salary range for the position is $60,000-$70,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. Hybrid work options may be available for this position with the ability to be on-site as needed per the University's Workplace Flexibility policy.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on January 5, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and names and contact information for three professional references. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact SW-HR@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1027926
Job Category: Technical
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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