NEW OR RECENT COLLEGE GRADUATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

The Solutions Engineer will work individually or as part of a team to analyze challenges, develop solutions, and implement the chosen solutions. He/She will be required to work with other developers as well as with various constituents both inside the department and in the greater university community.

• Discover new technology, learn their benefits and uses, and develop ways to take advantage of them to create software solutions for the University.
• Using established standards and programming principles, design, write, debug, install, and/or maintain specified software individually and/or as a member or leader of a project team.
• As assigned, consult with Deans, Directors, Department Chairs, and other University officials regarding their needs for software solutions.
• Perform software maintenance and system administrative tasks to support existing solutions and systems.
• Create and document standards and procedures to allow for a coherent and sustainable operational environment.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• At least four years of programming experience. (e.g., PHP, C++, Javascript)
• At least four years of relation database development experience. (e.g., MySQL, MSSQL)
• At least two years of web development experience (HTML, CSS)
• Possess proven human relation skills.
• Analytical mind and excellent diagnostic abilities.
• Ability to apply knowledge and experience to new and challenging situations.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field is preferable but not required with the appropriate real world experience.'

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL DEMONSTRATE A COMMITMENT TO CULTURAL DIVERSITY AND THE ABILITY TO WORK WITH INDIVIDUALS OR GROUPS FROM DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS.

EMPLOYMENT AT VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY WILL REQUIRE A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST UPLOAD:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• List of 3 professional references
• Answer all the application questions

PLEASE ADDRESS COVER LETTER TO:

James Crowley Director of Data Architecture Valparaiso University Valparaiso, IN  46383

Required Skills Required Experience

• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to lift to 45 pounds
• Instinctively gracious: genuinely enjoys making others feel welcome
• A team player: contributes to the happiness and effectiveness of co-workers
• Competent with basic math, comfortable using computers, calculators and 10-keys
• Is comfortable engaging with customers (on phone and in person) and directing customer inquiries
• Has the ability to multitask & prioritize
• Highly accountable: follows through on commitments
• Has integrity: says and does what she or he believes to be right
• Has good judgment: makes rational, ethical decisions aimed toward long-term goals and outcomes
• A self-starter, but happy to take direction and learn from others
• Has the flexibility to adapt to a work schedule that reflects the needs of customers, coworkers and Mud Bay