Application Integration DeveloperLibrary ITUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign LibraryThe Library is essential to the intellectual vitality of the University and attracts talented students, faculty, and scholars to the Urbana-Champaign campus. With more than 15 million volumes, it is one of the world's great research libraries and renowned for the depth and breadth of its collections. The Library is central to the University's mission of teaching, research, and public service, and it is one campus unit that serves all academic disciplines. The Library is looking for a candidate who gets excited helping customers, collaborating, and providing solutions to be part of our Infrastructure Management and Support team in Library IT. The IMS team supports a variety of applications and processes across multiple platforms, including Proxmox, MS Azure, and Amazon Web Services.
FUNCTION: The Application Integration Developer will develop new solutions, integrate existing systems, and support legacy products across the Library in support of the instructional, research, and administrative/operational functions of the University Library. The Application Integration Developer will analyze new requests, design simple to intermediate solutions, complete development, perform testing, and implement solutions with direction from senior development and infrastructure staff. The Application Integration Developer will also provide support for new and existing integrations and software application systems.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesApplication Development- Analyze, design, develop, test, implement, and maintain simple to moderately complex applications and procedures to address business needs.
- Integrate campus and library applications with vended and internally developed applications.
- Respond to requests for data and reporting capabilities.
- Collaborate with Library IT staff and stakeholders to identify needs and define system requirements.
- Apply development, documentation, security, and accessibility best practices.
Application Support- Provide Tier 2 support and troubleshooting for Library application systems.
- Interact with vendor partners through defined methods as needed.
- Participate in online communities as appropriate for the purpose of supporting Library services.
Research- Research new technologies and industry trends that could impact direction or enhance approaches to software solutions related to Library services.
Other Related Duties as AssignedMinimum Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two (2) years (24 months) of progressively more responsible experience in IT related profession.
- College coursework which includes Information Technology (IT), IT Management, or a closely related discipline may be substituted as follows:
- 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
- Associate's Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
- 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
- Bachelor's Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)
- Demonstrated experience in software application development and/or programming.
- Experience with API integration, interoperability standards, and/or data exchange formats such as JSON or XML
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's or advanced degree
- Experience working in a UNIX/Linux or Windows command-line environment.
- Experience using or knowledge of various shell scripting environments such as bash or PowerShell.
- Experience using or knowledge of programming languages such as Ruby on Rails, Python, .NET, C#, or PHP.
- Experience using or knowledge of version control systems such as Git.
- Experience working in or knowledge of database systems such as MySQL/MariaDB, Postgres, or Microsoft SQL Server.
- Experience with systems integrations with cloud software platforms.
- Experience with web accessibility tools and compliance.
- Experience working in a university or academic research library.
- Demonstrated experience in gathering stakeholder needs and adjusting to changes.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Enthusiasm for learning new skills.
- Ability to troubleshoot problems encountered in Library systems.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate.
- Ability to work in an environment with staff and students from all backgrounds.
- Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Environmental Demands- Most work will be accomplished in a typical office work environment. Some travel may be involved to attend conferences and other collaboration activities.
- On occasion, incumbent may need to work outside normal business hours in cases of system failure or scheduled deployments.
Appointment InformationThis is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5031 - Information Technology Technical Associate position, appointed on a 12-month service basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. The budgeted salary range for the position is $90,000 to $105,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at ;br>
Application Procedures & Deadline InformationApplications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 26, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact
Amy Dannowitz @ . For questions regarding the application process, please contact .
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at , option #1, or
Requisition ID: 1038719
Job Category: Technical
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