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Web Application Developer Senior

Arizona State University Library

Tempe, Arizona

Application Deadline

Apply By Feb 12th, 2018

Wages

$64,080.00 to $89,000.00 per Year   Calculate

Hours

40.00

MLS

Not Required

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Academic

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

ASU Library is seeking a highly motivated, knowledgeable Web Application Developer Sr. within Discovery Services. The incumbent in this position will work closely and collaboratively with users and librarians to design, create, develop, enhance and maintain web content, tools, functionality and format based on requests and in support of library goals. This individual will configure, support, and administer library web applications and instructional technology applications such as Drupal web sites, LibGuides, Omeka, and other related web applications.

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Essential Duties

  • Develops new web tools and applications
  • Provides technical consultative suggestions and recommendations to users for continued enhancements to web content and informational areas
  • Works closely with users to understand requirements, security needs; develops and presents initial design ideas and associated tools, tests functionality to ensure objectives are achieved; integrates user developed content
  • Identifies and troubleshoots errors and/or problems with web based applications; works collaboratively with involved stakeholders to facilitate timely resolution; escalates as appropriate
  • Participates as team member in a wide variety of projects to develop and improve routine procedures through use of innovative and technology supported solutions; prepares associated documentation and end-user training
  • Remains abreast of technology directions, initiatives and trends within scope of expertise to provide ideas, guidance and recommendations
  • Provides technical support in the production of multimedia-based layouts, graphics, animations, video and sound; designs web interfaces and develops layout design/content; selects illustrative materials for use ensuring consistency, accuracy and compliance with all standards.
  • Prepares training materials and associated documentation.

Additional Info & Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree Information Technology, Computer Science or closely related. 5 years web, graphic design and database including creating and updating table structures and views as well as CSS development.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience developing, maintaining, and supporting secure web applications (PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, advanced JavaScript such as AngularJS, CSS)
  • Experience administering, configuring, updating, and customizing content management systems (Drupal or WordPress preferred)
  • Experience assessing and implementing accessible web applications according to standard guidelines, such as WCAG 2.0
  • Experience integrating various systems through APIs
  • Experience with a version-control system such as Git or Subversion
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the LAMP stack or similar technology stacks
  • Demonstrated knowledge with library-related web applications including Libguides, Primo, and Omeka
  • Experience integrating learning objects within a Learning Management System (Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas, etc.)
  • Evidence of effective communication and problem solving skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge utilizing user centered design methodologies and usability principles
  • Experience in working in a collaborative team environment
  • Experience in learning and staying abreast of developments in web and application coding and best practices
  • Experience with security best practices, including OWASP

The Community

A center of energy, imagination and innovation, ASU Library is home to nine library facilities across five ASU campus locations – providing students and faculty access to millions of information resources, world-class collections, outstanding study spaces, advanced data centers and a suite of makerspaces and creative services.  More information about the library can be found at lib.asu.edu.

HR Info

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

Posted Jan 31, 2018