[Hiring] Senior Programmer of Digital Experience, Platforms and Analytics @University of Colorado

Role Description

The Senior Programmer is responsible for the development, enhancement, maintenance, and technical support of enterprise and departmental web applications and digital platforms that support the University’s academic, administrative, and operational needs. This position performs advanced web application development and technical problem-solving within a diverse technology environment, including technologies such as PHP, Drupal, and SQL.

• Analyze requirements, develop and implement technical solutions, resolve complex application issues, and contribute technical expertise to the continued development and improvement of the University’s digital experience and technology ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Professional experience designing, developing, and supporting database-driven web applications.
• Demonstrated experience with web application development technologies, including PHP or a comparable server-side programming language; HTML, CSS, and JavaScript; and a web content management system such as Drupal.
• Working knowledge of relational databases and SQL, including database design concepts, queries, normalization, indexing, and performance considerations.
• Experience analyzing requirements, troubleshooting technical issues, and developing, modifying, and maintaining web applications within a collaborative development environment.

Requirements

• Professional experience is highly desired in the following areas:
  • Developing and supporting Drupal-based websites and applications, including configuration, themes, templates, modules, and custom functionality.
  • PHP and related frameworks, such as Laravel, and additional web technologies or data formats such as JSON, YAML, XML, or Python.
  • Linux/UNIX environments, web server technologies, cloud-based development or hosting platforms such as Pantheon, and DevOps or CI/CD practices.
  • Creating accessible web applications and integrations using APIs, web services, or related technologies.
  • Providing technical guidance, coordinating the work of student employees or other developers, or supporting technical initiatives in a higher education or similarly complex organizational environment.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit, affordable dental and vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: Health savings, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, and retirement options.
• Further Your Education: Twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus.
• Wellness & More: Wellness programs and various additional benefits through CU Advantage.