Associate Systems Engineer

Salary Range: USD $50,740.00/Yr. – USD $81,190.00/Yr.

Locations: Auburn University, Alabama

Categories: Information Technology

Job Type: Non-Faculty

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Office of Information Technology

Associated Division: CIO-VP Information Technology

Req ID: 7790
Overview

Are you ready to transform client problems into solutions that enhance their lives? Do you want to innovate using new technologies for Auburn University? Enterprise Systems in the Office of Information Technology is seeking a Systems Engineer for the Campus Web Solutions (CWS) development team. The successful candidate will create new web applications and maintain existing ones, contributing to the University’s mission through high-quality software solutions. Working onsite is a requirement of the job. The ideal candidate applies systems thinking, possesses superior interpersonal and communication skills, is self-motivated, and is a life-long learner.

Responsibilities

• Peer code reviews
• Ensure Quality Assurance standards
• Assist creating, publishing, and migrating applications Enforce SQL best practices
• Create .NET applications using C# Develop and integrate AI solutions to enhance application functionality and user experience

The work is varied and challenging in character. Therefore, the successful candidate will need to be a self-starter and must possess and apply comprehensive IT knowledge, concepts, practices, and procedures, including hardware, software, networks as well as troubleshooting and documentation for the completion of complex assignments and projects.

Breakdown of Essential Functions

50% -.NET developer support: Create, publish, and migrate sites on the IIS environment. including documentation, code repository experience, and peer code reviews.

30% – Client Interactions from weekly updates to the clients on their projects and hyper-care after delivery.

10% – Reviewing statements of work to ensure enough detail is present for design.

10% – New Technologies: Spend time exploring new and emerging technologies/trends in the market. For example, Azure and AI Development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree + no experience required OR
• Associate’s degree + 4 years of relevant IT experience in the administration of distributed computer systems OR
• High School + and 8 years of relevant IT experience in the administration of distributed computer systems.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s and/or Graduate degree from an accredited institution in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Five years of experience in computer programming and software development. Other desired qualifications include familiarity with university organization, methods and procedures.
• Experience with modern development frameworks and libraries (e.g.,
• MVC, Entity Framework, JavaScript-based frameworks).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and deployment strategies.
• Understanding of quality assurance practices including unit, integration, and performance testing.
• Exposure to mobile development and responsive design principles.
• Experience with version control and collaborative development tools.
• Experience in AI integration and automation.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

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