A Software Developer is responsible for contributing to the design, development, and maintenance of high-quality software solutions. This role supports a range of diverse and technically challenging projects. Opportunities and responsibilities will expand over time, with increasing technical scope and ownership. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is expected to ensure effective delivery and alignment with business goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Write clean, efficient code and participate in code reviews to ensure quality standards are maintained and development skills are hones. Analyze code and identify bugs, using logical reasoning to resolve issues. Ability to seek guidance and feedback as needed. Consistently deliver code on schedule and adhere to established processes. Adhere to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary and professional manner. Work effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.

Software Developer II

Prioritize multiple tasks effectively to ensure timely completion of projects. Participate constructively in code reviews, implementing feedback thoughtfully while displaying an understanding of industry best practices. Gives clear, respectful suggestions when reviewing peers. Collaborate with individuals both within and outside of the team to gather requirements, implement solutions, and engage in peer code reviews and brainstorming sessions. Maintain awareness of potential pitfalls in problem solving and respond with strategic foresight. Deliver high-quality code, identify and address potential issues, and test application performance to ensure stability.  Actively contribute to team discussions, writes detailed documentation, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on requirements. Contribute tangible ideas for cohesive and impactful application or process improvements. Mentor junior developers, providing guidance on best practices and development processes. Keep documentation updated, systematized, and readily accessible to the team.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES  

None

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Education and Experience

Software Developer II

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, is required. 2+ years of software development experience with proficiency in relevant programming languages is required. Proficiency with C# and VueJS technologies with front-end and back-end experience. Database Expertise: Proficiency with creating and altering existing database data structures for an application. Testing and Debugging Skills: Ability to perform thorough debugging. Deployment Experience: Familiarity with cloud deployments and containerization.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing English to support professional correspondence and collaboration.
• Strong interpersonal and public communication skills to represent Liberty University in a professional manner.
• Strong organizational skills.

Problem Solving

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to assess situations, evaluate information, and solve both routine and complex problems using sound judgment.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Frequently required to perform desk-based work, including computer use and data entry.
• Ability to communicate effectively in meetings and collaborative settings, with or without reasonable accommodation.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Remote Work Environment

If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel.  Proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee’s position.

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Time Type

Full time

Location

Remote Location

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.