Junior Integration and Application Developer at InsideHigherEd

Are you a budding developer ready to build the future of education with code and AI? We're looking for a forward-thinking Junior Developer to join our team and pioneer the next generation of the student experience. This isn't just about writing code; it's about creating intelligent solutions that help students thrive.As our new Junior Developer, you'll do more than just connect systems—you'll infuse them with intelligence. You will be a key player in the development of AI-powered features, helping us design, build, and deploy everything from predictive analytics to helpful chatbots. Working alongside our senior developers, you'll get the mentorship needed to grow your skills and launch a career on the cutting edge of technology.The Junior Integration and Application Developer is responsible for all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, production, and maintenance, with a specific focus on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) solutions. As a junior-level developer, this position works closely with senior developers to gain knowledge and experience to analyze, design, build and document specifications for applications and integrations using multiple technology stacks. This position will collaborate with fellow developers and business analysts to support discovery and requirement gatherings in an agile development environment; assess the compatibility and integration of products/services in order to ensure an integrated architecture across interdependent applications and systems; and contribute to the overall development portfolio.This position is classified as predominantly remote with occasional visits to campus as needed. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST). The full salary range for the Junior Integration and Application Developer is $30.13 - $52.73 per hour. However, the pay scale for this position is up to $36.88 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.