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Job Description
Working Title Software Engineer Posting Number
CSA02740P
Department USD - Information Technology Services Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text The University of South Dakota is seeking a Software Engineer to provide application, development, data, and integration support for the USD Vermillion campus. This role works closely with campus stakeholders to understand business needs, translate requirements into technical solutions, and support systems that improve operations, reporting, and data quality. This role requires working on location; remote work is not offered Role Overview The successful candidate will support existing applications, develop new solutions, manage integrations and data workflows, and contribute to the university's business intelligence and data platform strategy. Develop, test, maintain, and troubleshoot campus and statewide administrative applications, ERP interfaces, APIs, and ETL or pipeline processes Gather requirements, define project specifications, estimate timelines and resources, and deliver solutions that align with business needs Design and support business intelligence solutions that provide accurate, timely data for campus decision-makers Identify, investigate, and resolve data quality issues across enterprise systems Design, build, and maintain scalable data environments, including lakehouse technologies and Microsoft Fabric where applicable Collaborate with administrative offices and technical partners to map processes, improve workflows, and support system changes Coordinate with SDBOR Regent Information System staff on system-level issues, integrations, and shared initiatives Create clear technical and process documentation for technical, functional, and leadership audiences Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members as needed What We're Looking For Experience with ERP systems, enterprise application development, SQL databases, API integration, ETL development, and reporting or analytics tools Strong skills in program design, coding, testing, troubleshooting, and supporting business-critical applications Ability to analyze complex problems, reason through technical and business constraints, and deliver practical solutions Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences Demonstrated customer service orientation and ability to collaborate effectively with campus partners Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to shifting project needs, and deliver work within defined scope and timelines Strong attention to detail, documentation practices, and willingness to learn new systems quickly Understanding AI concepts Understanding of Data Analysis and Data Science Preferred Experience and Technologies Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, lakehouse architecture, and data pipeline tools Data science, data analysis, business intelligence, and institutional reporting Higher education systems, administrative processes, or statewide ERP environments Project management, process improvement, and cross-functional technical coordination Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Date 06/17/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 07/01/2026 Advertised Salary $68,500- $77,500 Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires No Requirement, Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
