Senior Software Developer - IT

The Senior Software Developer is responsible for the hands-on design, development, and maintenance of enterprise Java-based applications and open-source software solutions that support the mission of the organization. The role also carries architectural responsibilities, including establishing technical standards and guiding system design decisions. This role will serve as a technical lead on key projects, ensuring that applications are scalable, secure, and aligned with the department’s strategy.

• Designs, develops, tests, debugs, and deploys enterprise applications that may use Java, Spring Framework, and/or related open-source frameworks and technologies.
• Writes clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established coding standards and best practices.
• Develops and maintains RESTful APIs, and integration components that connect enterprise systems.
• Performs code reviews and contributes to the continuous improvement of code quality across the development team.
• Works closely with other programmers, administrators, and technical staff in the development and integration of software solutions.
• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and resolves application performance issues.
• Participates in all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from requirements gathering through deployment and post-release support.
• Collaborates with departmental stakeholders to gather requirements, understand business needs, and translate them into technical solutions.
• Maintains familiarity with version control tools and methodologies (i.e., Git).
• Responsible for the conceptual, logical, and physical structure of the applications database.

• Participate in the design, development, and implementation of enterprise architecture standards, tools, and methodologies, including the evaluation and integration of open-source technologies and solutions.
• Provides architectural guidance on Java/open-source application design, including technology selection, system integration patterns, and database architecture.
• Evaluates and recommends frameworks, libraries, and tools for adoption, with emphasis on open-source solutions that align with organizational objectives and sustainability goals.
• Develops and maintains comprehensive technical documentation to ensure continuity of institutional knowledge and reduce single points of failure across our application portfolio.
• Contribute to the development of long-term technology roadmaps in collaboration with the technology leadership team, incorporating open-source alternatives and solutions where appropriate.
• Research and assess emerging technologies including open-source opportunities, evaluate products and services, and provide recommendations to the Director for potential adoption.
• Serves as a technical resource and mentor to other developers on the team, fostering knowledge sharing and professional growth in Java and open-source technologies.

• Serves on boards and committees as assigned, provides project updates, and present architecture recommendations.
• Must be a member in regular standing of the Seventh-day Adventist Church
• Must maintain a regular and reliable work schedule.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.