What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Software Engineer position at UMBC/THE HILLTOP INSTITUTE?
Job Description Summary
This position is available within the University of Maryland's Division of Information Technology (DIT).
We're seeking a Software Engineer to join our DevOps team. This position plays a critical role in supporting enterprise software development by managing software development platforms, implementing CI/CD solutions, supporting cloud-based applications, and assisting development teams with modern software delivery practices.
The successful candidate will work closely with software engineers, architects, and technical leadership to maintain and enhance our development ecosystem. This position will also develop custom applications, integrations, and automation solutions to streamline the software delivery processes.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop custom applications, tools, and automation solutions to support software development teams and improve operational efficiency.
- Manage, administer, and support enterprise software platforms, including vendor-provided products and software development/DevOps tools.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
- Assist engineering teams with software delivery best practices, troubleshooting, and DevOps-related technical issues.
- Monitor application delivery environments and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.
- Evaluate and support emerging technologies, including AI-enabled development tools and enterprise AI platforms.
**This position is considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.**
**May be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, or different shifts for extended periods.**
Physical Demands:
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Licenses/Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three (3) years of professional software engineering experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of custom interfaces and websites, using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
Knowledge of software development methodologies.
Skill in effective written and oral communication.
Skill in the use of office productivity software such as Office 365 or Google Workspaces.
Ability to provide basic mentorship to junior staff members.
Ability to create custom code.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.
Additional Job Details
Additional Information: Please note that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in-person component with expected time in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.
Visa Sponsorship Information:
Preferences:
Required Application Materials: Applications missing below material will NOT be considered
Best Consideration Date:
Posting Close Date:
Open Until Filled:
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required
No
For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department
DIT-EE-Software Engineering
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$112,800.00 - $135,360.00
Benefits Summary
For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice
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This position is available within the University of Maryland's Division of Information Technology (DIT).
We're seeking a Software Engineer to join our DevOps team. This position plays a critical role in supporting enterprise software development by managing software development platforms, implementing CI/CD solutions, supporting cloud-based applications, and assisting development teams with modern software delivery practices.
The successful candidate will work closely with software engineers, architects, and technical leadership to maintain and enhance our development ecosystem. This position will also develop custom applications, integrations, and automation solutions to streamline the software delivery processes.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop custom applications, tools, and automation solutions to support software development teams and improve operational efficiency.
- Manage, administer, and support enterprise software platforms, including vendor-provided products and software development/DevOps tools.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
- Assist engineering teams with software delivery best practices, troubleshooting, and DevOps-related technical issues.
- Monitor application delivery environments and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.
- Evaluate and support emerging technologies, including AI-enabled development tools and enterprise AI platforms.
**This position is considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.**
**May be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, or different shifts for extended periods.**
Physical Demands:
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Licenses/Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three (3) years of professional software engineering experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of custom interfaces and websites, using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
Knowledge of software development methodologies.
Skill in effective written and oral communication.
Skill in the use of office productivity software such as Office 365 or Google Workspaces.
Ability to provide basic mentorship to junior staff members.
Ability to create custom code.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.
Additional Job Details
Additional Information: Please note that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in-person component with expected time in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.
Visa Sponsorship Information:
- DIT will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.
- F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position.
Preferences:
- N/A
Required Application Materials: Applications missing below material will NOT be considered
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of Three References
Best Consideration Date:
- 11/06/2026
Posting Close Date:
- N/A
Open Until Filled:
- Yes
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required
No
For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department
DIT-EE-Software Engineering
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$112,800.00 - $135,360.00
Benefits Summary
For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice
Resources
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Search Firm Managed Recruitment
There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm.
Please visit the link below to see these available opportunities:
Search Firm Managed Vacancies
Salary : $112,800 - $135,360