Application Development & Technical Analysis -… at Academian · IN

Position Overview

Academian is seeking an Application Development & Technical Analysis resource to develop, enhance, and maintain applications, scripts, and automation tools. The role also involves investigating technical problems, evaluating software and integrations, assessing technical feasibility and system compatibility, and ensuring adherence to security and sensitive-data requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain applications in accordance with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Develop scripts and automation tools using Oracle PL/SQL, Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar technologies.
• Investigate technical issues, perform root-cause analysis, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Evaluate software applications, system integrations, and technology solutions against business and technical requirements.
• Conduct technical feasibility assessments and system compatibility analyses.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows through automation and process optimization.
• Perform application testing, deployment, quality assurance, and ongoing maintenance.
• Prepare and maintain technical specifications, system documentation, test plans, and implementation procedures.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, application owners, vendors, and technical teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Ensure that applications, scripts, workflows, and integrations adhere to applicable security, privacy, and sensitive-data handling requirements, including HIPAA and FERPA.
• Support system enhancements, troubleshooting, change management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience in application development, software maintenance, and SDLC processes.
• Experience with the Ellucian Banner ERP Student Information System
• Proficiency in Oracle PL/SQL, Python, PowerShell, Bash, or comparable scripting languages.
• Experience with application testing, deployment, debugging, and quality assurance.
• Strong technical investigation, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to evaluate software solutions, integrations, technical feasibility, and system compatibility.
• Experience developing automation tools and improving operational workflows.
• Strong technical documentation and analytical skills.
• Understanding of information security, privacy, and sensitive-data protection requirements.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and FERPA compliance considerations.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.