Job Posting - Repost - Library Applications Developer, Brown University

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--- Birkin James Diana Programmer, Integrated Technology Services Brown University Library birkin_diana@brown.edu

> Library Applications Developer > > The Brown University Library seeks a talented software developer to > design new and innovative web-based library services, systems, and > tools which anticipate the needs of library users. > > In addition to developing new applications, the incumbent > * makes creative use of APIs > * continually enhances and extends commercial software applications > * works with library departments to develop tools which increase > internal workflow efficiencies > * provides vision and leadership in the investigation and > implementation of emerging information technologies > > The Library Applications Developer is part of the Library's Integrated > Technology Services department. See: http://dl.lib.brown.edu/its > > Qualifications: > * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a > related field; or the equivalent combination of education and > experience. > * Experience in the designand manipulation of relational databases; > demonstrated proficiency in developing and maintaining database-driven > web applications > * Experience developing and coding interactive web applications > using PHP, Python, Ruby, Perl, HTML, XML, CSS , SQL, Javascript, AJAX, > and/or other common tools. > * Demonstrated experience with Unix or Linux server platforms, > related software, and basic system administration utilities > * In depth knowledge of Website design, development, > implementation, standards, and accessibility/usability guidelines. > * Experience with Web 2.0 technologies such as RDF and AJAX and > with designing and implementing web services (REST). Ability to > integrate Web 2.0 services to ensure the seamless delivery of online > library services. > * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills > * Creativity and strong analytical and problem-solving skills > * Ability to learn new technical skills quickly; ability to meet > deadlines; strong service-orientation. Ability to adapt emerging > technologies to new domains. > > Preferred Qualifications: > * MLS from an ALA accredited university > * Hands-on experience implementing and managing library enterprise > systems > > To apply for this position (JOB# B01013), please visit Brown's Online > Employment website (https://careers.brown.edu). Brown University is an > Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. > > Jean Rainwater > Co-Leader, Integrated Technology Services > Brown University Library > Providence, Rhode Island 02912