Application Engineer

St. John's University Nyjamaica, NY Full-time Engineering

Posted on May 13, 2024

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Application Engineer

St. John's, established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University's outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship, and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John's University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John's is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values needed for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

Application Engineer Job Description

The Application Engineer will provide system development, operational and technical support, systems analysis, project management, reporting, planning, and training for multiple areas of the campus administrative software systems, including the primary ERP system Ellucian Banner. The application engineer will combine in-depth knowledge of Banner software, Apache Tomcat, and ORACLE/SQL with a keen eye for automation of these processes while working in-tandem with DevOps Engineering.

The position assumes responsibility for database management, ORACLE/Snowflake, shell/SQL scripting skills, and troubleshooting (break/fix) of these tools. An understanding of cloud-based technologies such as AWS and Linux systems such as RedHat would be useful for this role.

Major Responsibilities include:

Leverage system experience to provide technical direction and support to managers, users, and Information Technology staff regarding Ellucian Banner and other administrative software systems and supplemental software products
Responsible for enhancements, maintenance, modifications, and/or integration of the Banner database to Snowflake batch process via AWS Database Migration Service (DMS)
Provide feasibility and impact analysis of proposed changes on the production environment.
Implement Banner/Tomcat upgrades and respond to service issues
Take ownership and close out tickets for various work items posted by clients.
Close out security updates to software modules where appropriate
Maintain and update existing code base as needed to ensure technical reliability

Duties include but are not limited to:

Developing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting Ellucian Banner
Developing, implementing, and/or enhancing of administrative software systems
Integrating 3rd party systems with existing environment (AWS/Snowflake)
Managing tasks, communication, and schedule of assigned projects
Identifying problems and suggesting solutions
Recommending procedural changes where necessary
Collaborating with Systems and Network teams for infrastructure needs, upgrades, and/or capacity planning for the administrative software systems
Acting as backup Database Administrator when necessary (ORACLE/Snowflake)
Performing duties as Middle Tier Administrator (Apache Tomcat)

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field with a minimum of 4-7 years' experience
Experience working with Oracle relational database systems including programming in PL/SQL
Experience with Snowflake
Experience working with Linux OS and scripting
Experience working with SQL (Structured Query Language)
Experience supporting Ellucian Banner
Experience and/or training in Snowflake and Oracle database administration
Experience and/or training in web application servers such as Tomcat
Experience in Automic scheduling software
Expertise in software development methodologies
Experience with AWS Cloud-based concepts and architecture
Experience with AWS Code Commit, Code Build, Code Deploy, and PipeLines
Working knowledge of Ruby or Python and known DevOps tools like Git and GitHub

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary range for this position is $113,900 - $120,000. St. John's University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

This position may be relocated to any of St. John's University's physical locations at any time.

St. John's offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John's performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John's University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

St. John's University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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