Applications Programmer

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The Thesaurus Linguae Graecae (TLG®) is a Special Research Program at the University of California, Irvine. Founded in 1972 the TLG® represents the first effort to produce a large digital corpus of literary texts. Since its inception the project has collected and digitized nearly texts written in Greek. TLG research activities combine the traditional methodologies of philological and literary study with the most advanced features of information technology.

The Software Developer supports the Thesaurus Linguae Graecae (TLG), a premier digital library of Greek literature and one of the largest collections of digital text in the world. This role is responsible for the design, development, enhancement, and maintenance of complex applications that enable the search, retrieval, and management of TLG’s digital corpus. The position performs advanced data analysis, data modeling, integration testing, and performance optimization while ensuring the integrity and security of TLG systems and infrastructure.
The incumbent participates in server administration, develops s and maintains security protocols to safeguard digital assets, and supports system implementation and upgrades. Working closely with internal staff, researchers, and technical stakeholders, the role helps define software specifications, implement best practices, and ensure reliable, secure, and high-performing access to TLG resources. The position may serve as a technical lead on projects of moderate scope.

Required:

• Advanced expertise in software design, development, testing, debugging, implementation, and deployment using object-oriented programming concepts; strong proficiency in high-level languages including Java and JavaScript.
• Experience with web and application development technologies including JavaScript, XML, DHTML, web server development, application servers, network communication protocols, and relational databases.
• Working knowledge of secure software development practices, including application and database security, encryption, common vulnerabilities, and awareness of relevant security considerations and legislation.
• Experience with text encoding standards and digital publishing technologies, including XML and Unicode, and understanding of electronic information publishing concepts and search engine functionality. Experience implementing web accessibility standards.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze functional requirements and translate them into technical solutions; develop conversion and system implementation plans; and follow established software specifications.
• Proven skills in test planning and execution, software repository and version control practices, use of programming tools, code libraries, and open-source resources; experience planning deployments and implementing feedback mechanisms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proven capacity to design, write, test, and maintain applications, scripts, and control files while supporting multiple concurrent projects and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders, interface regularly with management, write clear technical documentation, and contribute technical narratives to grant proposals.
• Highly organized and self-motivated professional who works effectively both independently and as part of a team, demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, tracks ongoing issues and requests, and pursues continuous learning in emerging technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• 3-5 yearsexperience in related field

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits .

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $$79,200- $$95,250 (Annual).
Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

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Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy .
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected].