Job TitleTechnical Project Specialist IVRequisition NumberRE50143Working TitleHead of Software Development and IntegrationDepartment Name88000:LIBRARY ADMINISTRATIONWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level48Salary Range$62,941-103,834/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
6 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting and viewing computer screens for long periods of time. Concentrating in mildly noisy environment for extended periods of time.
Shift
Monday-Friday; and approximately 8:00 am-5:00 pm.
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky Libraries is seeking a Head of Software Development and Integration to join the Digital Strategies and Technology unit. This leadership position is pivotal in supporting the development and enhancement of applications and services that facilitate the discovery and access to the University’s digital collections. The Head of Software Development and Integration will lead the transition to updated technical infrastructure and development practices, ensuring alignment with current best practices. This role involves supervising a team of three developers, collaborating on developing and supporting tools and applications, and working with Libraries and IT colleagues to streamline processes and enhance system capabilities. The position ensures the organization’s technical environment remains effective, scalable, and consistent with evolving industry standards.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences
- Leadership or supervisory experience
- Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple and complex concurrent tasks and projects
- Knowledge of complex IT systems including understanding of full-stack environments, virtual networking, and storage.
- Experience with programming languages such as Python, PHP, or JavaScript. Versed in XML and JSON.
- Experience with Linux server administration
- Experience with APIs and API frameworks
- Experience with version control, preferably with Git
- Versed in containerization technologies (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker, etc.)
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience in an information technology environment.
- Experience with relational database concepts and SQL
- Working knowledge of HTML and CSS
- Demonstrated knowledge of library digital technology systems and services
- Experience in academic, library, or archives environment
Deadline to Apply05/21/2025Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
