Applications Programmer I

Center for Distributed Learning:

The Center for Distributed Learning (CDL) serves as the central agent for online learning at UCF, providing leadership in distance learning policies, strategies, and practices. Our teams consist of motivated developers, creators, and dreamers dedicated to exploring new technology to enhance teaching and learning at UCF.

The Opportunity: 

The Applications Programmer I will work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment at UCF's Center for Distributed Learning (CDL) - a team dedicated to advancing digital learning through innovation and technology. In this role, you will contribute to the application lifecycle by designing, developing, testing, implementing, and supporting digital learning applications and related systems. You will work alongside a team of experienced developers and fellow contributors, implementing solutions based on documented functional requirements and established development standards that directly support teaching, learning, and departmental operations.

This is an Auxiliary (AUX) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Responsibilities:

• Design, code, test, and debug application components, enhancements, and fixes for digital learning applications per established functional and technical requirements.

• Implement front-end and back-end functionality using established development standards, frameworks, and architectural guidelines.

• Support deployment processes and contribute to the ongoing maintenance and operational stability of assigned applications.

• Contribute to the development, testing, and validation of system integrations (e.g., APIs, LTI tools, data services) per defined specifications.

• Troubleshoot application issues, document root cause findings and resolutions, and escalate complex or unresolved problems to senior team members.

• Create and maintain technical documentation, including code documentation, implementation notes, and user support materials.

• Support data queries, reporting, and validation processes to meet application functionality and departmental operational needs.

• Collaborate with instructional designers, faculty, and technical team members to translate requirements into development solutions.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 4 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Foundational proficiency with full-stack development concepts, including front-end and back-end technologies.

• Basic experience with relational or NoSQL databases.

• Foundational understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), including testing, debugging, and writing maintainable code; exposure to tools like Docker or CI/CD pipelines is a plus.

• Experience using Git-based version control systems.

• Exposure to APIs or system integrations along with awareness of secure coding practices, accessibility standards and data privacy concepts.

• Familiarity with cloud platforms.

• Familiarity with learning management systems or similar tools used in higher education, EdTech, or digital learning environments.

Additional Application Materials Required: 

Please include, along with your resume/application, a link to a digital portfolio (GitHub, personal website, etc.) of your work.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

This is an Auxiliary (AUX) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?  

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers: 

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Department

Division of Digital Learning - Center for Distributed Learning (CDL)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$48,722.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

07-16-2026-12-00-AM

The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.  

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. 

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.

For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu.