Job Information
University of Washington SOFTWARE ENGINEER in Seattle, Washington
Req #: 236402
Department: UW INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Appointing Department Web Address: https://itconnect.uw.edu/uwit
Posting Date: 07/03/2024
Closing Info: Open Until Filled
Salary: $8,090 - $11,916 per month
Shift: First Shift
Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230119_a11y.pdf)
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW is Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, your experiences, perspectives, and unique identities will be honored at the University of Washington. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UW Information Technology (UW-IT) is the central information technology organization for the University of Washington, responsible for strategic planning, oversight, and direction of the UW’s IT infrastructure, resources, and services. UW-IT provides critical technology support to all three campuses, UW medical centers, and research operations around the world. UW-IT partners with the UW community to enable innovation, learning, discovery, and service.
The Office of Information Security (OIS) is seeking a Software Engineer and Data Analyst. OIS is dedicated to innovative, trusted, and reliable services that promote the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of institutional information, infrastructure technology, and information systems. It is a central office that oversees the strategic view of information security at the UW, and works proactively to assess and manage information security risks in partnership with executive management and UW departments. The services and tools of the Office of Information Security are designed to support the UW’s mission, raise awareness, and demonstrate a due care approach that optimizes administrative, technical, and operational safeguards.
The OIS Software Engineer & Data Analyst reports to the Director of Intelligence and Data Operations, and as a key member of that team, delivers threat intelligence tools and integrations between external real-time threat intelligence feeds, UW security products, and customer facing security and privacy services to increase visibility within and across the UW tri-campus to reduce overall risk. They work closely with OIS intelligence analysts to continually improve processes and our threat intelligence tools that support them.
They must possess a deep and detailed knowledge of and experience with Python development and designing API-based integrations with various data sources. They should comfortably facilitate the development of software tools, including initial conceptualization, prototyping, development, testing, and long-term maintenance and improvements.
In addition, this person will play an active role in the Office of Information Security's mission of creating a culture of security. They will work with other members of OIS and take part in outreach activities to continually build and support a community of UW developers and other individuals who understand the importance of information security, especially related to software development.
This person must have excellent interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and be a team player for whom the ownership of ideas is less important than the positive outcomes of a collaborative effort. They must also possess excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to effectively explain technical topics to a wide range of stakeholders.
The person must also have high standards and be very self-motivated. Flexibility, ingenuity, dedication, enthusiasm, kindness, and enjoyment of working on a team are key attributes of this individual.
This person is expected to demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience with: • Python development • Designing and developing API-based integrations • Common data structures
And basic familiarity with: • Information security fundamentals and basic secure coding practices (OWASP Top 10, etc.) • Database technologies (NoSQL, RDBMSs) • Build and release management (Git, GitHub, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment) Position Dimensions and Impact to the University:
This position will support the Office of Information Security's mission by creating critical tools and infrastructure for campus-wide information security, as well as being an advocate for risk-based information security practices.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, information management, or related field or experience.
Minimum four years of relevant experience and progressive responsibility working as a software developer with a focus on Python in a large networked environment
Experience designing and developing API-based integrations
Experience with RESTful web services
Knowledge of secure coding practices
Demonstrated excellent personal interaction abilities, as well as written and oral communication, technical documentation, and user liaison skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Knowledge of database technologies (NoSQL, RDBMSs)
Experience with Unix, Mac, Windows
Knowledge of release management DESIRED:
Knowledge of Java/Groovy
Knowledge of Spark and/or Kafka
Experience mentoring or teaching technical classes
Security-related certifications CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Hybrid, open office environment.This position works with sensitive information and is expected to show strong judgement and the utmost discretion when collaborating, sharing information or representing the Office of Information Security. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.