Technical Systems Developer

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.

Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

S5

Exempt

Standard University business hours

• 8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
• 8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Full-time

Unionized Position Code:
Not Applicable

$77,500 - $85,000

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

This role functions as a developer for business applications and platforms, working in a team environment to support the University’s existing and future fundraising systems, with a specific focus on Blackbaud CRM and Anthology Encompass. The developer is responsible for the successful delivery of CRM enhancements, code updates/fixes, integrations, and general technical support in collaboration with the Advancement Systems team and third‑party vendors/partners.

This position oversees solutions design, quality assurance, and development stages of integrations, enhancements, and platform updates. The position works closely with Functional Business Analysts (FBAs) and division stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions that support the advancement operations managing over 500,000 constituent records. This role supports the division’s emerging AI analytics initiatives and data governance frameworks. This position reports to the Advancement Technical Systems Architect.

The Division of Advancement & External Affairs expresses a shared mission that is collaborative, trusted, respectful, future‑focused and is aligned with the overall University. All current and new employees embrace and demonstrate dedication to promoting shared values in an inclusive work culture to propel the future of advancement operations in their everyday work.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related technical field, and a minimum of 3‑5 years of related programming and application development experience OR demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Proficiency in SQL database structures, reading and writing SQL statements and stored procedures, use of SQL utilities, database normalization, and query performance tuning (Microsoft SQL Server).
• Demonstrated programming experience in object‑oriented languages including C#, .NET , and/or
• Experience with Microsoft Business Intelligence tools (SSRS, SSIS, SSAS).
• Understanding of data integration patterns, ETL methodologies, and middleware technologies.
• Experience with version control systems (Git, TFS) and development best practices.
• Extensive knowledge of database design, coding, data processing, hardware platforms, and enterprise software applications.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets and system architectures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.

• Knowledge of development and implementation of standards, procedures, and guidelines to support operational processes and compliance requirements.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions and specifications.
• Strong documentation skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven project management skills with ability to work collaboratively across functional…