Description
Position Title: IT Software Engineer
Position Number: JR103838
Job Description Summary
This position is available within the University of Maryland’s Division of Information Technology (DIT).
The Software Engineer maintains, implements, and integrates both on premise and hosted systems using primarily Java and web-based technologies. The position is hands-on, agile, team-based development.
The Software Engineer is responsible for:
- Implementing software applications within a development team
- Following a formal development methodology and working within scheduled timelines
- Participating in peer code reviews, documentation, and formal testing
**This position is considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.
This position may be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, or different shifts for extended periods. **
Physical Demands: Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Licenses/Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three (3) years of professional software engineering experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of custom interfaces and websites, using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
Knowledge of software development methodologies.
Skill in effective written and oral communication.
Skill in the use of office productivity software such as Office 365 or Google Workspaces.
Ability to provide basic mentorship to junior staff members.
Ability to create custom code.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.
Preferences:
- Strong core Java development expertise (5+ years), including object-oriented design, debugging, exception handling, and adherence to clean-code principles.
- Experience with Java enterprise frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot), including REST API development, security configuration, and dependency injection.
- Proficiency with databases including writing and optimizing SQL, database design, and working with complex schemas.
- Understanding of modern web architecture, including Docker/containerization, CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and deployment processes.
- Experience with Vue framework
Additional Information:
Please note that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in person component with expected time in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.
Visa Sponsorship Information:
- DIT will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.
- F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position.
Required Application Materials:
Resume, Cover Letter, List of three References
Best Consideration Date: April 22, 2026
Posting Close Date: Open until closed
Open Until Filled: Yes
Salary Range: $112,600.00 - $135,120.00
Please apply at: https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UMCP/details/IT-Software-Engineer_JR103838?q=JR103838
Job Risks: Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required: No
For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department: DIT-EE-Software Engineering
Worker Sub-Type: Staff Regular
Benefits Summary: For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.
Background Checks: Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility: The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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