School or Unit: Harvard University Information Technology
Description: Position Description
Harvard University Information Technology (HUIT) is a community of Information Technology professionals committed to delivering service and technological solutions in support of teaching, learning, research and administration. We are recruiting an IT workforce that has both breadth in their ability to collaborate and innovate across disciplines - and depth in specific areas of expertise. HUIT offers opportunities for IT professionals to learn and work in a unique technology landscape and service-focused environment. If you are a technically proficient, nimble, user-focused, and accountable IT professional who also connects with the importance of collaborating well in a team environment, we are looking for you!
This is a fully benefited, full-time Harvard University position that has been funded through 6/30/2026. There is the possibility of renewal, contingent on funding, university priorities and satisfactory job performance.
Join us in revolutionizing education as a Senior Software Engineer, where you'll help design and build a world-class Learning Experience Platform (LXP) that empowers learners worldwide. This is your chance to work at the cutting edge of technology and online education, developing innovative, large-scale solutions that make learning more accessible, engaging, and impactful. Collaborating with a team of creative thinkers and technical experts, you'll play a key role in crafting a platform that sets the standard for excellence in digital learning.
In this role, you'll do more than write code - you'll contribute to a culture of openness, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Your expertise will drive the adoption of best-in-class practices, ensuring the platform is secure, scalable, and intuitive for its diverse users. If you're passionate about using technology to transform lives and thrive in an environment that values creativity and innovation, we want you on our team.
The Senior Software Engineer a member of a high-performing team that focuses on the development and implementation of a world-class online learning platform (LXP). This is an ideal opportunity to work at the intersection of online education and technical innovation, and in an organization that values creativity, collaboration and diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
The Senior Software Engineer is part of a team responsible for developing, enhancing, and maintaining multiple large components of the LXP platform while establishing and using industry-class software development practices and workflows. The Senior Software Engineer will contribute to a culture of collaboration and openness within the team and with partners.
Typical Core Duties:
Participate fully in software development life cycle.
Research, design, and implement technical solutions to deliver business requirements.
Identify opportunities to improve and simplify applications portfolio and implement related enhancements.
Contribute to creation and maturing of software development best practices and new technologies.
Draw on relationship and technical skills to act as technical liaison to internal and external clients and to mentor junior staff.
Abide by and follow the Harvard University IT technical standards, policies and Code of Conduct
Other duties as needed or required.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum of five years' post-secondary education or relevant work experience
Additional Qualifications and Skills
The following Additional Qualifications are strongly preferred. If you meet some, but not all, you are still encouraged to apply; we value employees with a willingness to learn:
Experience;
developing complex, distributed platforms.
working within education technologies and learning management systems.
with microservices architecture and cloud platforms (AWS preferred, Pulumi).
Expert knowledge in one or more web development technologies such as Node, JavaScript, TypeScript, NestJS, and Vue.
Familiarity with WCAG accessibility standards.
Working Conditions
Completion of Harvard IT Academy specified foundational courses (or external equivalent) preferred
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting
Additional Information
Please provide a cover letter with your application.
Please note:
Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background screening.
We are unable to provide work authorization and/or visa sponsorship.
This position has a 180-day orientation and review period.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Accessibility:
Harvard University welcomes individuals with disabilities to apply for positions and participate in its programs and activities. If you would like to request an accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact our University Disability Resources Department.
We empower the Harvard community with essential and transformative technologies to advance education, knowledge, and discovery.
HUIT's core values are:
Human-centered
University-focused
Innovation-driven
Team-oriented
IT Academy (designed for IT Staff):
HUIT's IT Academy aims to enable each IT staff person to grow professionally and become a trusted partner to her or his team. The IT Academy is built on the belief that every IT staff member across the University (including technology employees at each school and campus) can grow in her or his area of expertise as well as building strong people and project management skills. Learn more here: https://itacademy.harvard.edu/
Benefits
We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
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Department Office Location: USA - MA - Cambridge
Job Code: I0857P IT Business Analysis Prfss III
Job Function: Information Technology
Work Format: Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)
Sub Unit: ------------
Salary Grade: 058
Department: Academic Technology
Union: 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary
Time Status: Full-time
Pre-Employment Screening: Identity
Commitment to Equity Diversity Inclusion and Belonging: Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
EOE Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
