Server Management and Issue Solving

The candidate will be expected to have a strong working knowledge of Linux systems and utilize this expertise to manage servers and promptly resolve any issues that may arise. This will include performing routine server maintenance and updates, managing server security and backups, and troubleshooting server-related problems. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of the servers and associated infrastructure, as well as working closely with the development team to deploy new applications and updates. Additionally, the candidate will be expected to stay up-to-date with the latest server and system management technologies and best practices.

Develops Software

The candidate will develop data-driven health and medical related software and systems. The candidate will formulate and define system scope and objectives through research and fact-finding to develop or modify complex information systems. The candidate will prepare detailed specifications from which programs will be written. The candidate will assist with recommendations towards the development of new code/data/reports or reuse/enhancement of existing. The candidate will assess design options, design technical requirements for applications, identify and analyze problems, test and debug code.

Manages Systems

The candidate will apply security methodologies in management of systems. The candidate will design, develop, test, and document systems with minimal guidance from the supervisor or project manager. The candidate will use source control management and configuration management tools to document and standardize systems management. The candidate will troubleshoot applications, maintain installed systems, produce and maintain documentation, and conduct application quality assurance. The candidate will analyze and revise existing system logic difficulties and documentation. The candidate will be responsible for software integration, external interface development and technical documentation.

Data Management

The candidate will assist with recommendations towards the development of new code/data/reports or reuse/enhancement of existing data. The candidate will perform data maintenance on customer data sets. This will include data maintenance and performance optimization. The candidate should expect to work with systems such as MS SQL Server, MySQL, and/or Oracle. The candidate may be required to work with semantic query language, semantic data stores, and the databases that support them.

Leadership

Must be able to function in a leadership position and provide support to junior developers. The candidate must be able to collaborate and interact with fellow team members. They must be able to present their work before team members in biweekly meetings. They should be able to explain design concepts and software techniques. They will help train new team members. Team leads will be expected to lead small workgroups of fellow engineers.

Why UF?

The University of Florida, the flagship university of the state of Florida, is a top-tier research institution with a long history of training outstanding undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. UF is currently ranked #5 among U.S. public research universities by U.S. News and World Report. The University of Florida Health Sciences Center is the country’s only academic health center with six health-related colleges located on a single, contiguous campus. The colleges, major research centers and institutes, and clinical enterprise focus on building collaborative, specialized clinical services centered on quality and innovation.

Who Are We?

The University of Florida Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) was founded in 2008 to speed the translation of scientific discoveries into improved health by strengthening the university’s ability to conduct clinical and translational research. As a catalytic hub connecting resources, people and ideas, the CTSI expands collaboration and advances translational research across UF’s 16 colleges, the state and the national Clinical and Translational Science Award consortium.

The CTSI performs three central functions: 1) transforming the environment by developing new capabilities and providing novel infrastructure for research and translation to practice; 2) delivering high-quality and efficient research services and resources; and 3) cultivating a strong translational workforce.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The University of Florida College of Medicine is committed to diversity, inclusion, and heath equity through the efforts of actively finding, developing, and including the best talent to support our vision of being “a premier institution focused on promoting health and alleviating human suffering through exceptional education, discovery, innovation and patient-centered health care of the highest quality.”

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

The City of Gainesville

Gainesville (http://cityofgainesville.org) is home to Florida's largest and oldest university, and so is one of the state's centers of education, medicine, cultural events and athletics. The University of Florida and UF Health Shands Hospital are the leading employers in Gainesville and provide jobs for many residents of surrounding counties. Gainesville is also the largest city in Alachua County and is the county seat, with approximately 269,000 residents county-wide. It serves as the cultural, educational and commercial center for the north central Florida region. The city provides a full range of municipal services, including cultural and nature services and necessary administrative services to support these activities. Additionally, the city owns a regional transit system, a regional airport, and a 72-par championship golf course. Known for its preservation of historic buildings and the beauty of its natural surroundings, Gainesville's numerous parks, museums and lakes provide entertainment to thousands of visitors. Because of its beautiful landscape and urban "forest," Gainesville is one of the most attractive cities in Florida. The city is in a central location to both the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, providing easy access within a day’s drive to beaches, nature preserves, and water-based activities. Explore Gainesville in 60 Seconds.

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Associate's degree and two years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

• Proficient in working with Linux or Mac operating systems.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deploy software solutions.
• Skilled in planning, testing, and executing software and system upgrades.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of effectively communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong team player, able to collaborate with technical teams and share work.
• Committed to meeting deadlines and going the extra mile to ensure project success.
• Three years of professional experience in software development, with familiarity in at least one of the following: Python, PHP, Java, or JavaScript frameworks, as well as experience with source control systems.
• Experience working with cutting-edge technologies such as SPARQL, Semantic Data stores, and NoSQL.
• Proficient in using Tomcat and Debian-based systems.
• Skilled in working as part of a development team and contributing to team success.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug software and system issues.
• Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure and services, such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies, such as Docker or Kubernetes.
• Experience with automation tools and scripting languages, such as Bash.
• Understanding of network protocols and security principles, including SSL/TLS, SSH, and firewalls.
• Ability to monitor and analyze system performance metrics, such as CPU usage, memory consumption, and network traffic.
• Familiarity with database management systems, such as MySQL and PostgreSQL.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and project management tools, such as JIRA.
• Knowledge of software testing frameworks and techniques, such as unit testing, integration testing, and acceptance testing.
• Ability to document technical processes and procedures for both internal and external audiences.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with rapidly changing priorities and requirements.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.