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About Us
Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia . We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision . Come Take Flight at KSU!
Location
(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Job Summary
Advances user-centered software solutions by designing intuitive user experiences, developing backend services, and supporting data workflows. Emphasizes JavaScript-based UI development, Python, API development, and SQL, with a focus on delivering seamless interactions across the full software development lifecycle.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: -
1. Develops responsive, accessible user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks
2. Applies UI/UX principles to create engaging user experiences and prototypes
3. Builds and maintains RESTful APIs using Python and Flask
4. Supports ETL workflows using SQL and Python scripting
5. Writes clean, modular code following object-oriented programming principles
6. Writes clean, maintainable code using IDEs like Visual Studio or PyCharm
7. Conducts unit testing, participate in peer code reviews, and ensure code quality
8. Collaborates in Agile development environments using tools like Jira and Bitbucket
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field from an accredited institution of higher education.
Required Experience
Five (5) years of software development experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Awareness of secure coding practices and frameworks (OAuth, OpenID)
Knowledge of DevOps automation and CI/CD pipelines
Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Preferred Experience
Experience within a higher-education environment
Experience with JavaScript development and familiarity with JavaScript frameworks (Vue.js, React)
Experience with Agile development methodologies and Jira
Experience with Rest API development using Python
Experience with Pandas and Data Frames
Experience working with SQL
Experience with ETL and data integration methodologies
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Able to create intuitive, accessible user interfaces
Translates business requirements into scalable, secure solutions
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills focused on code quality
Provides technical leadership and mentors junior developers
Communicates complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
Adapts quickly to new technologies and development practices
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
KNOWLEDGE
Strong knowledge of UI/UX principles, responsive design, and frameworks like Vue.js or React
Experience with ETL workflows, SQL, and data manipulation using Pandas
Understanding of secure coding practices (OAuth, OpenID, JWT)
Familiar with unit testing, debugging, and performance optimization
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Effective use of Jira and participation in Agile sprints
Skilled in Git, Bitbucket, and Agile methodologies
Proficient in Python, object-oriented programming, and RESTful API development with Flask
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf