Intermediate System Analyst Programmer

Columbia University
United States, New York, New York
May 15, 2025
Job Type: Officer of Administration Regular/Temporary: Regular Hours Per Week: 35 Salary Range: $79,800- $97,850 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. A strong internal candidate has been identified for this position, however, we are still accepting applications from other qualified candidates. Position Summary This full-time Intermediate System Analyst Programmer role blends Linux system administration and web application development responsibilities, supporting both LDEO and CIESIN. The candidate will administer and enhance Linux-based research computing infrastructure while also participating in the development of cloud-based web applications and geospatial tools. This position plays a key role in delivering integrated solutions for Earth science research and applications, contributing to both systems reliability and scientific usability. Responsibilities System Deployment, Administration & Maintenance: Deploy and manage Linux-based systems in both cloud and on-premise environments. Maintain server hardware, storage, and network equipment in alignment with institutional policies. Operational & User Support: Provide daily operational support, resolve server and application issues, conduct system upgrades, audits, and maintain best practices for troubleshooting and documentation. Monitoring, Testing & Documentation: Monitor system performance, respond to alerts, test and document new software versions, and implement automated reporting and monitoring tools. Web & Application Development: Design and maintain web and mapping applications using JavaScript (React, Angular, Dojo), HTML, CSS, and backend APIs. Contribute to AWS-based systems using Agile and Git. Collaboration & Standards: Work with interdisciplinary teams to support research needs and integrate geospatial standards (Leaflet, OpenLayers, OGC protocols) into development processes. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. At least 3 years of relevant experience in Linux system administration and/or JavaScript web development. Cloud environments, especially AWS. Scripting, virtualization (e.g., VMware), and networking. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities across different organizational units. Preferred Qualifications Data lifecycle management and backup systems. Geospatial tools (Leaflet, OpenLayers, ArcGIS JavaScript API). Java, Python, or C/C++ programming. ArcGIS Enterprise and OGC standards (WMS, WFS, WCS, WPS). Monitoring tools like Nagios. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.