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Software Integration Developer - Digital Learning at UT - UTK

Position Number: 6476115
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Computing - Programming/Analyst

Software Integration Developer - Digital Learning at UT - UTK
Knoxville, TN, United States

Job Identification: 4625
Job Category: Info Technology
Posting Date: 08/18/2025
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 1331 Circle Park, Knoxville, TN, 37996, US

Job Description
Plays a critical role within the Digital Learning Solutions Engineering team by designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining application integrations between enterprise systems and third-party platforms. Focuses on secure, scalable API-driven development, ETL workflows, and real-time and batch integrations. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams, stakeholders to ensure software initiatives support organizational goals. Understands higher education's complex technical systems and requirements.

Responsibilities
Application Integration Development:

Design and develop secure RESTful and SOAP APIs for system interoperability
Implement data workflows across platforms such as Banner, Salesforce, Slate, etc
Leverage middleware tools (e.g. MuleSoft, etc) to automate integrations
Analyze, develop, deploy, and support API efforts across system integrations
Provide day-to-day management of software, projects, services and oversee completion and follow through of projects and service requests.
Collaborates with IT and development teams to ensure data flows efficiently between systems
Participates in efforts for configuration management (e.g., Git, Subversion, etc)

System Support and Maintenance

Monitor integration performance and troubleshoot issues
Maintain documentation and change logs for integrations and APIs
Serve on working committees within Digital Learning which include implementation of new services and programs both internally and campus-wide
Interacts with external vendors and contractors for technical solutions
Attend meetings as required.

Collaboration & Strategy

Collaborate with technical teams, business analysts, and end users to gather requirements
Participate in project planning and cross-functional initiatives
Provide technical support during application rollouts and updates
Determines if technology solutions should be purchased or created in house for highly complex projects
Independently analyzes and solves highly complex technical problems
Exercises latitude to determine objectives

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Required

Strong proficiency in backend technologies, including PHP, Python, etc
Expert knowledge of RESTful API design, development, and consumption
Knowledge of relational databases for application backend and data warehousing (MySQL, MS SQL Server, etc)
Knowledge of CI/CD tools, Git, and Linux
Strong understanding of best integration practices with data security, FERPA, HIPPA
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred

Experience in configuring and deploying MuleSoft applications to CloudHub; developing APIs using MuleSoft platform components including API Manager, CloudHub, AnyPoint Studio, Dataweave, and AnyPoint Messaging Queue (MQ)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field
Experience:
- Three years' experience in software development and system integrations, or equivalent combination of training and experience
- Experience with integration platforms and tools (e.g., APIs, middleware, ETL tools)
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:
- Experience in higher education technology environments
- Experience with version control (e.g. Git) and CI/CD pipelines (e.g. GitHub Actions)
- Familiarity with enterprise data systems (e.g. Banner, Canvas, or equivalent)

Work Location

Knoxville, TN. This position does have the potential for a hybrid working capacity.

Compensation and Benefits

UT market range: MR 14
Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here
Find more information on UT Benefits here

Application Instructions

For full consideration, applicants must attach a letter of interest, resume, and the name, address, email, and phone number of three professional references, in addition to completing the applicant file to the Human Resources online application system, Taleo. This position does have the potential for a hybrid working capacity.
Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. DL_UT

About The College/Department/Division

Digital Learning at UT, is a unit charged with advancing UT's commitment to discovery, creativity, learning, and engagement, specifically for online learners. Using advanced and innovative technologies, Digital Learning at UT will provide scalable solutions that enhance the online learning experience and reduce barriers to student access and success, providing a tremendous impact to online learners across the state and the nation. At Digital Learning, we want to be bold and impactful, transforming the future of online education through innovative thinking and collaborative problem-solving. Join our dynamic and inclusive Digital Learning team where we take pride in teamwork, excellence, and a shared commitment to shaping the future through education and innovation.

About Us
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees-the Volunteers-who uphold the university's tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.

UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.

UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs.

The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates," "One of America's Best Large Employers," and "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.

Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!

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