Information Systems Specialist (Developer)

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Internal deadline is Friday, August 1 at 11:59PM

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Overview
The Information Systems & Technology (IST) department at the University of Waterloo provides information systems, technology, and services in support of teaching, learning, research, and administrative needs across campus. Within IST, the Student Information Systems (SIS) team provides technical support for several information systems, primarily the student system Quest and Gideon Taylor platforms implemented in Oracle Peoplesoft Campus Solution. The SIS team collaborates with partners across campus to deliver services supporting the academic mission of the University.

Responsibilities
IST is seeking an Information Systems Specialist (Developer) to join the Student Information Systems (SIS) team. The incumbent will collaborate with colleagues in SIS and their partners across campus to analyze business and functional requirements to deliver solutions impacting users of the SIS suite of applications including Quest and Gideon Taylor. Key competencies will include knowledge of software development tools and practices, customer service, creative problem solving, organization & planning, communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• University degree required, or equivalent education and experience
• Demonstrated experience with software development best practices including fundamentals of algorithms, data structures, modern development practices, and software engineering practices
• Proven knowledge of more than one programming language, framework, or development environment
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of Microsoft Azure platform and tools would be an asset
• Proficiency using version control software, particularly Git and corresponding workflows
• Systems analysis skills, as well as experience implementing and supporting complex information systems
• Understanding of the Agile software development principles, and Systems Development Lifecycle
• Experience building and using APIs
• Must have excellent interpersonal, customer service, communication, organizational, research and analytical skills with proven ability to interact with co-workers, clients, and third-party vendors with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• Must work as part of a team within a busy and dynamic environment, with experience managing multiple tasks at once
• Proven track record of taking initiative and delivering consistent outstanding results on projects and other work assignments
• Experience with Peoplesoft and/or Gideon Taylor eForm development an asset
• Occasional work outside regular business hours

Equity Statement

The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is coordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations.

The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

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