JOB SUMMARY

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree and four years of related experience OR bachelor's degree and two years of related experience OR six years of related experience.
• Professional experience developing web applications using PHP and Laravel. 
• Experience with front-end technologies, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. 
• Applied use with Git version control and collaborative development workflows. 
• Experience demonstrating problem-solving skills and managing multiple projects simultaneously. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in an Agile development environment. 
• Experience with modern front-end JavaScript frameworks (e.g., Vue, React, or Angular). 
• Experience with RESTful APIs and integrating third-party services.
• Knowledge of MySQL or other relational databases.
• Experience with web accessibility standards and best practices.
• Communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior developers.
• Experience with DevOps practices and deployment workflows.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a half-time (50% FTE), 12-month, annually renewable position, contingent upon performance, funding, and departmental need. Hybrid telecommuting arrangements are possible for in-state employees. The typical workday will align with normal EST business hours. We offer an industry-competitive salary, including a robust benefits package. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #499155 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on August 11, 2025. 

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.