Software Engineer, Data Conversion

Company: University of Maryland
Location: College Park
Posted on: March 7, 2025

Job Description:

Join our team to be a part of the exciting transformation as we migrate UMD computing systems to a modern cloud-based solution. The Software Engineer, Data Conversion will use various technologies to migrate data from legacy systems to the Workday platform as part of the Workday Student implementation. The position is hands-on, agile, team-based development.

If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.



The Software Engineer is responsible for:

* Implementing solutions within a development team.

* Following a formal development methodology and working within scheduled timelines.

* Participating in peer code reviews, documentation, and formal testing.



Essential Duties:

* 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



Additional Job Details:

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

* Best Consideration Date: 03/13/2025 (Open Until Filled: Yes)

* Salary Range: $100,000-$125,000

* Please apply at: https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UMCP/details/Software-Engineer--Data-Conversion_JR101000?q=JR101000



Physical Demands: Sedentary work. Employee will need to be able to sit for long periods of time to work on a computer, as well as travel occasionally to meet with clients and customers on and off campus. May need to work evenings and/or weekends. This position is considered an essential position 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 emergencies to help maintain continuity of University services.



Preferences:

* Experience with ETL platforms like Informatica/Fabric/Datastage.

* Experience with SQL and Python

* Experience using AWS for data applications (e.g. S3, Redshift)

* Experience with Oracle.

* Ability to conduct research and data analysis.



Essential Position: 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.



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.



Minimum Qualifications

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

Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience supporting the operations, maintenance, and administration of information technology infrastructure.

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:
* 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.
* Skilled in effective written and oral communication.
* Skilled in customer service.
* Skilled in the use of office productivity software such as Office 365 or Google Workspaces.
* 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.
* Ability to create custom code that meets expectation.
* 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)



Benefits Summary: For more information on Staff Contractual CII benefits, select this link .



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 regarding disclosable background 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/AA Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer; all qualified applicants, including veterans and people with disabilities, will receive consideration for employment. UMD is actively engaged in recruiting, hiring, and promoting underrepresented communities. Please read the entire University of Maryland Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement of Policy.

Women, Minorities, Disabled, Veterans, and LGBTQ+ Welcome!



Diversity Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.



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