IT Software Engineer @ University of Maryland - College Park

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Job Description Summary & Additional Information

This position is available within the University of Maryland’s Division of Information Technology (DIT).

We're looking for a passionate Full-Stack Software Engineer to help us create next-generation web applications that harness the power of AI to transform the university experience. You'll be building intelligent systems that directly impact student success, faculty research, and campus operations - combining cutting-edge LLM technology with rock-solid web development fundamentals. This is your chance to work with the latest AI tools while building scalable, production-ready applications that make education more accessible, efficient, and impactful for the University of Maryland community.

What will you be doing?

You'll leverage your proven experience with AWS serverless technologies (Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, S3) to build scalable cloud solutions. Using your strong backend development skills in Python OR Node.js and frontend expertise with React or Vue.js, you'll create full-stack applications deployed in cloud environments. You'll apply your experience with version control systems (Git) and agile development practices, maintaining your commitment to code quality, testing, and documentation throughout all projects.

This position is considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.

Preferences:

Advanced Education:

Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field

Technical Experience:

Experience with AI/ML libraries and LLM integration (OpenAI, Anthropic, Haystack, LangChain, etc.)
Knowledge of RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) implementation
Experience with vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, ChromaDB, Postgres PG Vector, etc.)
Advanced React or Vue.js development (state management, component libraries, etc.)
Database experience beyond DynamoDB (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)
Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, CDK, Terraform)
Container technologies (Docker, ECS, Fargate)

Professional Skills:

2+ years specifically with AWS serverless development
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
Previous experience mentoring junior developers
Experience in enterprise or university environments

Physical Demands:

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

Essential Responsibilities:

Produce deliverables including working application software, prototypes, and unit tests.
Produce project and system documentation, including specifications, technical requirements, test plans, and database schema diagrams.
Participate in planning sessions, code reviews, and professional development activities.
Other duties as assigned.

Please note that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in person component with expected time in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.

Visa Sponsorship Information:

DIT will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.
F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position.

Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, List of References

Best Consideration Date: 10/07/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Three (3) years of professional software engineering experience.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of developing custom interfaces and websites, using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
Knowledge of various software development methodologies with experience in Java or other high level languages.
Skill in effective written and oral communication.
Skill in customer service.
Skill in the use of office productivity software such as Office 365 or Google Workspaces.
Ability to follow directions from more senior team members but also able to work independently.
Ability to effectively manage workload and delivery assignments on time.
Ability to provide basic mentorship to junior staff members.
Ability to create custom code that meets expectations.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Department

DIT-EE-Software Engineering

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$113,840.00-$136,608.00

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regardingdisclosablebackground check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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