Software Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Arizona State University
Location: Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Description:
Job Description
EdPlus at ASU is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU.
Want to know more about working at EdPlus? Click here!
EdPlus at Arizona State University (ASU) is seeking a motivated, self-directed Software Engineer to join our high-performing Solutions Engineering team. We are looking for a developer who is ready to integrate Drupal as a true decoupled CMS; exposing content via JSON:API and GraphQL data formats, and build applications using modern web frameworks, leveraging JAMstack concepts. The utility of Drupal will be confined to using it as a pure content repository without presentation layers. Working closely with stakeholders, units, SEO, QA, and analytics teams to guide the technical landscape of our products to establish standards and integrations across projects in creating efficiencies and scalable solutions. The engineering team is responsible for creating solutions and enhancing our current technology stack for a variety of learner's challenges as part of an innovative environment refining how users engage with higher education. Working collaboratively in diverse teams, creates forward-thinking and thoughtful experiences ensuring web products support ASU and EdPlus overall strategy and goals.
Essential Duties
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering or related field; OR, four (4) years' experience providing related information technology services, OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Desired Qualifications
Working Environment
EdPlus at ASU is located at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.
Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting or standing. Daily use of desktop or laptop computer is required. Ability to clearly communicate verbally in English, read, write, see, and hear to perform essential duties. Regular review of completed tasks.
EdPlus at ASU supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate work schedules to hybrid remote work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy. (This is not a fully remote position.)
Background Check Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering or related field; OR, four (4) years' experience providing related information technology services, OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Department Statement
EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking and refusing to accept the status quo. As a central enterprise unit for ASU focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education, our commitments support the university charter. ASU is a national service university and aspires to accelerate positive social outcomes through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technological innovation and scalability.
EdPlus employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by our culture of inclusion and through the diversity of our employees. Our innovative approach drives outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, embracing urgency, and being bold.
EdPlus at ASU
ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at [redacted].
Relocation Assistance - For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/relocation-services.
Instructions to Apply
Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.
Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.
Resume and cover letter should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.
Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; EdPlus at ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.
ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.
Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.
IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of "equivalent combination" in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor's degree is equal to four years of experience.
EdPlus at ASU is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU.
Want to know more about working at EdPlus? Click here!
EdPlus at Arizona State University (ASU) is seeking a motivated, self-directed Software Engineer to join our high-performing Solutions Engineering team. We are looking for a developer who is ready to integrate Drupal as a true decoupled CMS; exposing content via JSON:API and GraphQL data formats, and build applications using modern web frameworks, leveraging JAMstack concepts. The utility of Drupal will be confined to using it as a pure content repository without presentation layers. Working closely with stakeholders, units, SEO, QA, and analytics teams to guide the technical landscape of our products to establish standards and integrations across projects in creating efficiencies and scalable solutions. The engineering team is responsible for creating solutions and enhancing our current technology stack for a variety of learner's challenges as part of an innovative environment refining how users engage with higher education. Working collaboratively in diverse teams, creates forward-thinking and thoughtful experiences ensuring web products support ASU and EdPlus overall strategy and goals.
Essential Duties
- Design, develop and support high quality technology services.
- Ability to communicate with cross-functional teams about various engineering topics such as detailed design, APIs, etc.
- Have technical discussion with team members to understand product scope.
- Maintain technical currency and take advantage of professional development opportunities.
- Guide effective documentation and communication of engineering processes to both EdPlus engineers, student engineers and contractors.
- Identifies and troubleshoots errors and/or problems with web based applications.
- Working on a collaborative, fast-paced team and with other experts across other
- disciplines.
- Demonstrate skills with a variety of development methodologies and ability to adapt these to the needs of an organization using Agile processes.
- A passion for understanding the user, and a strong communicator of the users perspective in building the best solutions for the most meaningful problems.
- Ability to complete projects with minimal supervision and direction.
- Adhere to software development lifecycle principles and standard methodologies.
- Contribute to the larger IT community across the University.
- Assumes or coordinates other duties or projects as assigned or directed.
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering or related field; OR, four (4) years' experience providing related information technology services, OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in Javascript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3.
- Experience with at least one major JS library / framework such as VueJS, ReactJS.
- Demonstrated knowledge of both front-end and back-end web technologies: HTTP(S), XML, JSON, JSONP, AJAX, REST APIs and GraphQL.
- Demonstrated knowledge of NodeJS and its ecosystem, content management systems (Drupal, WordPress), and web services.
- Familiarity with static site generators (eg. Gridsome, NuxtJS, Gatsby).
- Experience with responsive design frameworks such as bootstrap or material design.
- Evidence of AWS Tooling (Lambda, API Gateway, S3, Dynamodb, Appsync) and serverless application frameworks
- Evidence of effective communication, using problem-solving skills and build positive working relationships with cross-functional teams.
- Evidence of effective communication skills
- Evidence of a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
- Healthcare
- Financial Security
- Retirement
- Family Resources
- Tuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse.)
- Discounts
Working Environment
EdPlus at ASU is located at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.
Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting or standing. Daily use of desktop or laptop computer is required. Ability to clearly communicate verbally in English, read, write, see, and hear to perform essential duties. Regular review of completed tasks.
EdPlus at ASU supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate work schedules to hybrid remote work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy. (This is not a fully remote position.)
Background Check Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering or related field; OR, four (4) years' experience providing related information technology services, OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Department Statement
EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking and refusing to accept the status quo. As a central enterprise unit for ASU focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education, our commitments support the university charter. ASU is a national service university and aspires to accelerate positive social outcomes through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technological innovation and scalability.
EdPlus employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by our culture of inclusion and through the diversity of our employees. Our innovative approach drives outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, embracing urgency, and being bold.
EdPlus at ASU
ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at [redacted].
Relocation Assistance - For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/relocation-services.
Instructions to Apply
Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.
Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.
Resume and cover letter should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.
Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; EdPlus at ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.
ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.
Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.
IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of "equivalent combination" in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor's degree is equal to four years of experience.