About the role
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Req Id: 43222
Job Title: Application Developer
City: REMOTE
Job Summary
The Application Developer is a fully competent and productive professional contributor who works under general direction to develop, test, implement, and support new and existing software applications. This role collaborates with University stakeholders, cross‑functional IT teams, and, as appropriate, outside partners to deliver technical solutions that meet defined business needs using established architectures, frameworks, and development practices. The Application Developer works on moderately complex technical work, supports application documentation, and follows established coding standards and best practices. This position analyzes, modifies, and maintains existing applications, providing monitoring, troubleshooting, and issue resolution to ensure reliable system performance and usability.
Help shape the future of our Hospital Information System by designing and building innovative solutions across the full stack. You'll contribute to both front-end and back-end development, creating intuitive user experiences and the services that power them. Working closely with our collaborative team of developers and our stakeholders, you'll turn real-world challenges into reliable software that makes a meaningful impact on patient care and hospital operations. If you enjoy solving complex problems, learning new technologies, and seeing the direct impact of your work, you’ll find it here. You will also find opportunities to grow your skills, influence the direction of our platform, and build lasting relationships along the way.
This is a remote position.
In addition, the Application Developer contributes to project and enhancement efforts by implementing assigned tasks, supporting testing activities, and assisting with effort estimation and technical analysis. The role participates in agile development processes, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborates with senior team members to deliver solutions efficiently and consistently.
What We're Looking For
Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field
In lieu of degree, consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience
Two (2) or more years of professional application development experience across the full systems development lifecycle (SDLC), including analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, maintenance and enhancement of applications
Skills Required:
Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C#, Python)
Solid understanding of web-based application development technologies, frameworks, and common architectural patterns
Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases and API-based integrations
Strong:
communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences
analytical and troubleshooting skills, including the ability to diagnose production issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
Knowledge of secure coding practices and methods for protecting data and systems from unauthorized access
Ability to:
execute all phases of the systems development lifecycle (SDLC), including analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of both internally developed and third‑party systems
interpret, document, and translate business and end-user requirements into effective technical solutions
learn and apply new programming languages, frameworks, tools, and techniques as technologies evolve
assess requirements, estimate development effort, prioritize assigned work, and meet deadlines
collaborate effectively and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
provide application support after hours and on weekends as required
Preferred:
Experience:
working in Agile development environments (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)
with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud) and/or containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
supporting or developing multiple enterprise applications simultaneously
writing or contributing to technical documentation, user guides, training materials, or knowledge-base articles
Knowledge of accessibility standards, performance optimization techniques, and security testing tools
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, version control, or DevOps practices
Additional Information:
Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Career Stream
Professional 2
Pay Band S065
Job Code #20002540
Career path maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/
Who We Are
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Purdue University is an EOE employer.
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Posting Start Date: 7/27/26
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