Backend developer Jobs in Gainesville, FL

Job Description:

The Application Developer II works closely with clinical research administrators, investigators, business analysts, and team members to understand operational and business requirements that drive the analysis and design to develop quality technical solutions for clinical research systems. This position leads platform enhancements, implements analytical features, maintains data integrations, and ensures system reliability to support the streamlining of clinical research administration, regulatory compliance, and strategic decision-making for the Clinical Research Hub's growing clinical research operations. This role demonstrates a solid understanding of clinical research IT systems, development lifecycle, quality assurance/testing, and integration methodologies.

Essential Functions:

Platform Enhancement, Analysis, and Feature Development:

• Leads the design, development, and implementation of platform enhancements to support clinical research operations and administrative workflows.
• Formulates and defines system scope and objectives through research and fact-finding to develop or modify complex clinical research information systems.
• Develops and implements analytical features for study oversight, compliance reporting, and strategic decision-making capabilities.
• Prepares detailed technical specifications from which programs will be written and designs technical requirements for clinical research applications.
• Assesses design options, identifies and analyzes technical problems, tests and debugs code, and troubleshoots applications to support research administration needs.
• Makes recommendations for development of new code or reuse/enhancement of existing clinical research system components. Participates in component and data architecture design, performance monitoring, and product evaluation.

Data Integration, System Reliability, and Quality Assurance:

• Maintains and enhances data integrations between clinical research platforms and enterprise systems to ensure accurate data flow and reporting capabilities.
• Assists in the development, maintenance, and support of clinical research data warehouse systems and corresponding data marts for analytical reporting.
• Monitors system performance, troubleshoots and tunes existing applications, and implements solutions to ensure platform reliability and minimize system downtime.
• Prepares and implements data verification and testing methods to maintain data accuracy and integrity across clinical research systems. Understands and applies quality assurance/testing methodologies.
• Conducts application quality assurance, analyzes and revises existing system logic difficulties, and maintains installed clinical research systems.
• Provides estimates of the analysis and development effort based on requirements to support project planning and resource allocation.

Technical Documentation, Support, and System Maintenance:

• Produces and maintains comprehensive technical documentation including system designs, specifications, processes, and communications for clinical research platforms.
• Develops technical documentation and user guides that support clinical research administrators and investigators in utilizing system functionality effectively.
• Develops and implements best practices for clinical research system development, data management, execution of systems, and quality assurance processes across the organization.
• Provides technical support and guidance to clinical research staff on system functionality, troubleshooting, and resolving technical issues.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to gather requirements, communicate technical solutions, and participate in strategic planning for clinical research technology infrastructure that supports regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.

About the College of Medicine:

The University of Florida's College of Medicine is committed to advancing health through education, research, and patient care. With a focus on innovation and excellence, the college prepares future healthcare leaders through a rigorous curriculum that combines basic sciences with hands-on clinical experience. The College of Medicine emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement, fostering and environment where students, faculty, and staff work together to improve healthcare outcomes. The College is home to cutting-edge research initiatives and state-of-the-art facilities, providing an exceptional training ground for aspiring medical professionals. Dedicated to enhancing health care, the College of Medicine plays an impactful role in shaping the future of medicine.

For more information about the College of Medicine and its programs, visit .

We Offer Exceptional Benefits:

• Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Generous Retirement Options to secure your future
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off Packages with + paid holidays, paid family, sick and vacation leave
• Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities: Access to UF Training & Organizational Development programs, leadership development, LinkedIn Learning, and more
• Tuition Assistance through the UF Employee Education Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

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Expected Salary:

$, - $, annually; commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications:

Associate’s degree and two years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred

• Experience supporting clinical research, healthcare, or regulated environments.
• Proficiency in database design, data integration, and analytics/reporting tools.
• Experience with system architecture, API development, and data warehousing.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA, FDA, GCP).