Application Developer I (Finance)

SALARY: $60,000

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Applications Developer I is an entry level role responsible for the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of software applications and integrations. This role provides a foundation for technical growth through collaboration, learning, and knowledge sharing while contributing to the team's success.

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

Located in the vibrant and diverse Tampa Bay region of Florida's gulf coast, the University of South Florida (USF) is a Preeminent State Research University with campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee. Rated as one of the top places to live in the U.S., Tampa Bay offers a high quality of life, year-round sunshine, and easy access to top-rated entertainment. USF is one of the nation's largest public universities, serving more than 50,000 students with an annual budget of $1.8 billon. Over the past five years, USF has been the fastest-rising university in the nation, public or private, on the U.S. News and World Report's list of best universities, which it ranks as the 44th best public university in America. USF is proud to be an innovating partner within the Tampa Bay region, listed by Forbes as the top emerging tech city in the country.

USF Information Technology (USF IT) provides technology services and support for the University of South Florida. The IT team, led by the Vice President and CIO, provides the following services: Administrative Services, Client Support, Communication Services, Teaching and Learning, Analytics and Reporting, Mobile and Web Services, Consulting Services, Cybersecurity Service and Research Technologies. For more information, please visit: Information Technology | University of South Florida (usf.edu)

ADDITIONAL INFO FOR APPLICANTS:

The selected candidate must have current work authorization in the United States. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

USF offers GREAT BENEFITS to full time employees!!

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Paid Vacation Days

• Paid Sick Days • 11 Paid Holidays • Various Retirement Options, including 401K employer match • Tuition Assistance (available for yourself, spouse, partner or dependent)

For more information about your total compensation package and other USF benefits, please visit: Work at USFMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or Equivalent and IT certification OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1-year relevant work experience OR
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS or other field involving software and analytical training.

ADDITIONAL INFO FOR APPLICANTS:

The selected candidate must have current work authorization in the United States. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of Dynamics Customer Engagement apps
• Working knowledge of Power Apps (Canvas/Model Driven Apps)
• Experience with Plugins using C#/C++
• JavaScript

INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE

CRM Customer Relationship Management

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Contact the USF ADA Lead ( hr-ADA-Request@usf.edu ) to coordinate your accommodation request.Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .

• Applies basic coding and integration principles and programming languages, working on simple API calls and data exchanges as applicable. Collaborate with team members to understand application requirements and specifications, leveraging their guidance to enhance technical solutions.
• Assists in the deployment of applications by following established procedures and documentation, ensuring API connections function as expected. Conducts basic testing (unit and integration) to ensure functionality, data integrity and performance during deployments.
• Assists in troubleshooting application and integration issues by implementing problem-solving steps, using monitoring tools to identify potential technical problems, and diagnosing API connection failures under guidance.
• Assists in generating requirements using agile/lean methods, such as refining User Stories and developing simple technical sub-tasks. Supports the team in documenting release notes and user guides for new features.
• Stays informed about emerging technologies and trends in application development.