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Senior Web Application Developer - Facilities & Services

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign · Urbana, IL · 1 wk ago
Engineering$90k–$105k/yrFull-time

About the role

This position leads the design, development, and modernization of complex enterprise web applications that support Facilities & Services. The role provides technical leadership, supports architectural decision-making, and collaborates across teams to deliver scalable, secure, and sustainable application solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of complex Java-based applications and services within a multi-tier architecture.
  • Define and support application architecture, design patterns, and development standards to promote consistency and maintainability.
  • Design and oversee integrations across enterprise systems using APIs and service-oriented approaches.
  • Support modernization initiatives, including transitioning legacy applications to modern frameworks such as React.
  • Ensure application scalability, reliability, security, and performance across all system components.
  • Support and mentor developers, encouraging knowledge sharing and skill development across the team.
  • Facilitate code reviews and promote best practices for application development and system design.
  • Contribute to technology evaluation and selection in alignment with organizational goals.
  • Partner with stakeholders to understand needs and help shape technical solutions.
  • Contribute to planning efforts and long-term application strategy.
  • Perform related duties that support team objectives and organizational goals.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Six years of work experience in IT-related functions such as hardware/software support, programming, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or a closely related field. College coursework in Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline may substitute as follows: 30 semester hours equals one year, Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months, 90 semester hours equals two years, Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three years.
  • Demonstrated experience in multiple programming languages such as Java (preferred), JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, or similar.
  • Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and maintaining Microsoft SQL Server databases, implementing data integration solutions, and supporting complex enterprise system integrations.
  • Demonstrated experience designing scalable web applications.
  • Demonstrated experience defining architecture and development standards.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Java frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, and application servers such as Tomcat.
  • Experience leading front-end modernization efforts using React or similar frameworks.
  • Experience with version control, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
  • Experience mentoring developers and supporting team growth.
  • Experience working with large-scale enterprise systems and modernization initiatives.
  • Experience developing and deploying applications in containerized environments and working with orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes.

Skills

  • Provide technical leadership while fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
  • Support team development through mentorship and knowledge sharing.
  • Contribute to strategic direction and modernization efforts.

Pay

The budgeted salary range for this position is $90,000 to $105,000 per year. The final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition waivers for employees and dependents

Schedule

This is a 100% full-time position appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 9/14/2026.

This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization, except for sponsorship of a new H1B petition that would incur the $100,000 fee.

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