Web Applications Developer

Join the NC State University Libraries and help us create adventurous, innovative services and library spaces that delight students, faculty, and researchers. The award-winning James B. Hunt Jr. Library on NC State's Centennial Campus, offers access to advanced technologies that are enabling revolutionary ways to see and use information. Capturing NC State's spirit of innovation in education and research, the Hunt Library is recognized as one of the world's most creative and inspirational learning and collaborative spaces and a model for "the library of the future." The D. H. Hill Jr. Library, serving the main campus, combines the best of tradition and innovation, housing special collections and a beautiful gallery alongside vibrant, experiential spaces for making, digital media creation, data analysis and visualization, and collaboration. Three branch libraries focus on design, natural resources, and veterinary medicine.

Primary Function of Department

The Digital Library Initiatives (DLI) department applies systems analysis, design, service development, and software development skills to the creation and improvement of a broad range of library products and services.

DLI develops and supports the core systems that provide access to the NC State University Libraries' print and electronic resources, including SirsiDynix Symphony, ILLiad, the Blacklight catalog, EZproxy, and the CORAL electronic resources management system. We support open source and locally developed applications that promote resource discovery and delivery, enable use of Libraries' spaces, and improve staff workflows.

The department maintains a broad portfolio of prototype and production systems and services and is currently developing new initiatives in areas including digital collections, high-technology spaces, researcher profiles and identifiers, machine learning, and assessment and analytics. The department develops new research infrastructure support services focused on improving the efficiency and productivity of NC State researchers in collaboration with campus units like the Office of Information Technology, research administrators, and university IT staff.

The department collaborates with stakeholders throughout the Libraries, university, and consortial partners. They look for opportunities to meet the challenges of libraries and archives in novel ways. The department has produced a number of unique, widely used, open source systems to improve service to library users, including the Suma space assessment toolkit, the QuickSearch bento-box-style, single-search system, and the Circa request management system for archives. For examples of some of the department's projects and initiatives, visit: https://www.lib.ncsu.edu/dli/projects.

Essential Job Duties

The Web Applications Developer works within the Discovery Systems unit of the DLI department. The position works with functional stakeholders across the Libraries to identify user needs and implement solutions that solve unique technical challenges and improve user experience. They support key Libraries services, including tools that facilitate the use of collections and physical spaces.

Responsibilities include designing and implementing user interfaces; architecting, developing, and supporting new and active applications; and implementing automated testing and configuration management as appropriate. Discovery Systems supports a wide range of applications spanning multiple programming languages including Python, PHP, Ruby, and Java; the incumbent will be matched with a portfolio based on their existing skills and development goals. The position reports to the Discovery Systems Manager.

This position is based in North Carolina. This position is eligible for flexible hours and a hybrid work environment, based on departmental and operational needs

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline plus 2 years of relevant experience; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Required Qualifications

Applicants are encouraged to think broadly about and communicate how their skills and experiences transfer to the qualifications below in ways that may not be obvious, including how non-library-specific skills and experiences speak to the position qualifications and needs. We strongly encourage individuals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position.

• Web application development experience using client-side web technologies, including HTML, JavaScript, and CSS
• Experience with a server-side programming language such as, Python, PHP, or Ruby
• Experience querying relational databases
• Experience working with version control systems, such as Git/GitHub
• Demonstrated ability to consult with stakeholders to identify needs and implement effective technology solutions
• Ability to foster an environment of belonging and well-being
• Ability to leverage strong communication skills to develop functional requirements and project documentation
• Ability to work effectively independently as well as in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

It is not required that candidates meet any of the preferred qualifications to be considered for this position. The following skills represent some of the areas in which this position could potentially grow and focus, based on the incumbent's background and interests.

• Experience with container-based architecture using technologies such as Docker or Podman
• Experience using Python to develop applications, apply data transformations, automate processes, and/or perform data analysis

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required No Commercial Driver's License required No