SOUTH DAKOTA BOARD OF REGENTS

Logo

Institution Dakota State University

Working Title Senior Software Engineer

Posting Number CSA02410P

Department DSU-K12 Data Center

Physical Location of Position (City) Madison

Posting Text

Dakota State University (DSU) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our K-12 Data Center team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative statewide initiatives that support K-12 schools across South Dakota. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and deploying advanced software solutions that enhance data management, system integration, and educational technology tools.

This position offers remote work flexibility but requires the employee to reside in the state of South Dakota.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Significant professional experience in software development may be accepted in lieu of a formal degree.
• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, preferably with web-based applications and relational databases.
• Strong proficiency with C#, HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
• Experience designing and maintaining SQL databases and writing efficient queries.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Develop applications using the appropriate resources and programming languages.
• Design and implement necessary database architectures.
• Update existing applications to comply with current architecture and security standards.
• Research and implement ways to increase the performance of existing applications.
• Monitor program and website generated logs and notifications to determine the frequency and impact of errors in statewide services.
• Prioritize and troubleshoot errors.
• Research errors stemming from changes in integrated third-party services.

Benefits:

• Flexible benefits package – health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
• South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
• Paid time off – full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per year. In addition, employees receive 11 federal paid holidays.
• Reduced tuition for education.
• Professional liability coverage.
• Paid family leave.

How to Apply:

To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. The employment site will allow the attachment of a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and contact information for at least three professional references.

For questions concerning the position, contact Alicia Entringer at alicia.entringer@dsu.edu.

Posting Date 07/02/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

First Consideration Date

Advertised Salary CSA Pay Grade IT8: Starting at $80,230

Duration of the Term 12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent 100

Work Hours

8:00am – 5:00pm

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type Regular

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Valid Drivers License

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

In addition to the exciting professional opportunities at Dakota State University, employees will have the privilege of enjoying the benefits of Madison, South Dakota. Nestled in the heart of the state, Madison offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, creating an ideal environment for work-life balance.

The city boasts a range of recreational activities, from picturesque parks to outdoor events, fostering a sense of community engagement and well-being. Madison’s scenic landscapes and proximity to nearby lakes provide ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, whether it be fishing, hiking, or simply enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.

Madison’s location within South Dakota provides easy access to larger cities, cultural events, and regional attractions. Madison is only a short 50 minute drive from South Dakota’s largest city, Sioux Falls.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

DSU is committed to equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants with disabilities are invited to identify any necessary accommodations required in the application process. E-Verify, EOE.

Contact Information

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.

If other protection is used please identify

Please designate the physical requirements of this position Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Lifting light, Pushing/Pulling, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Squatting, Standing for sustained periods of time, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)

Describe any of the conditions selected

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Read Full Description