Software Engineer/Developer

The TOPS Lab, based in the College of Engineering and the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, is a unique research organization created with a mission to improve transportation safety and mobility through a diverse balance of research partnerships, service, and training. This position will work within the lab's research computing group supporting several transportation data management systems and applications.

Job Responsibilities
The Software Engineer/Developer I/II assists in design, development, testing, debugging, operating, and troubleshooting of software and applications to support information technology business operations.

Essential Responsibilities:
* Reviews application design specifications, codes new applications, and makes enhancements to existing applications.
* Maintains and troubleshoots applications, systems, or websites.
* Develops or modifies technical specifications for low-complexity projects using disciplined software development practices.
* Tests and debugs programs, and prepares systems test data.
* Implements data structure and systems performance strategies.
* Prepares program documentation and training requirements.

Other Duties Include:
* Assisting with design, development, and troubleshooting of large-scale computer applications supporting mission-critical research and operational requirements.
* Working with TOPS Lab staff, students, and faculty to assist in planning and requirements for systems development projects.
* Developing documentation for new systems or enhancements including architecture and design documents, and user manuals.

• Prepares program documentation and training requirements

• Implements data structure and systems performance strategies

• Reviews application design specifications, codes new applications, and makes enhancements to existing applications

• Develops or modifies technical specifications for low-complexity projects using disciplined software development practices

• Tests and debugs programs, and prepares systems test data

• Maintains and troubleshoots applications, systems, or websites

College of Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering - Traffic Operations and Safety Laboratory (TOPS)

The starting salary for the position is $67,000, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

• At least 2 years of professional experience
• Proficiency using a modern programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#) for building scalable APIs (Application Programming Interfaces).
• Proficiency in front-end development (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript) for building GIS/mapping interfaces.
• Proficiency in object-oriented design and programming.
• Experience working across the software development lifecycle including requirements, architecture, design, development, testing, documentation, and maintenance.

• Experience using front-end mapping libraries such as Leaflet, OpenLayers, or Google Maps API.
• Experience with ArcGIS products (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Server) for spatial data management and visualization.
• Experience with backend frameworks such as Spring or Hibernate, especially in the context of RESTful API development.
• Experience with GIS/spatial databases (e.g., Oracle database, PostGIS).
• Experience with Git, SVN or similar version control.
• Experience writing JUnit test cases for robust application code.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated success working in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Required: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Related Field

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• The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

Steve Rau
Engineering Hall

1415 Engineering Drive
Madison, WI 53532
srau@wisc.edu

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