Senior Engineer Web Hosting & Application Platforms

Job description

**Job Description**

**Software Engineer – Web Hosting & Service Management**
**University of Washington Information Technology (UW-IT)**
_Location: Seattle, WA | Hybrid (Minimum 2+ days/week onsite)_

**Empower Innovation.

Enable Discovery.

Join UW-IT.**

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact — not just on campus, but throughout Washington state and across the globe.

At the University of Washington, your energy, creativity, and dedication contribute to building stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW-IT is the central IT organization serving the University of Washington’s three campuses, medical centers, and global research operations.

We support innovation, learning, discovery, and service through advanced technologies, systems, and infrastructure.

We are currently seeking a **Software Engineer** to join the **IT Infrastructure division** , a team that underpins UW’s mission of research, teaching, healthcare, and public service.

This is a unique opportunity to support high-impact projects while being part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community.

**About the Role**

As a Software Engineer, you will play a vital role in designing, implementing, and managing complex systems with a focus on **web hosting and service management** .

You’ll provide engineering leadership, maintain and enhance custom and third-party software, and support integrations through APIs and ETL processes.

You’ll work closely with service teams across UW, supporting a highly distributed environment serving **hundreds of thousands** of users — from faculty and students to healthcare providers and researchers.

**Key Responsibilities**

+ Manage and support a large-scale **web hosting environment** (10,000+ sites)
+ Maintain and enhance custom and third-party software integrations
+ Improve internal workflows through automation and self-service tools
+ Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders across UW and external partners
+ Lead service delivery teams and contribute to system design, deployment, and documentation
+ Support accessibility, performance, and compliance standards

**What You Bring**

**Required:**

+ Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field — or equivalent experience
+ 5+ years in software systems administration and support
+ Experience with SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and/or MySQL
+ Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, JavaScript)
+ Familiarity with APIs and cloud-based applications
+ Proven ability to lead projects and deliver customer-focused solutions
+ Excellent communication and documentation skills

**Preferred:**

+ Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP, PERL, Ansible experience
+ WordPress administration and plugin/theme development
+ ServiceNow/ITSM processes (Request, Incident, Problem, Change Management)
+ Knowledge of accessibility standards and SSRS
+ Prior experience in a higher education or research institution

**Why UW?**

At the University of Washington, **diversity, equity, and inclusion** are core values.

We are committed to creating a respectful, welcoming environment where your identity and experiences are honored.

Join a team that’s shaping the future of education, healthcare, and research through technology.

**Additional Information**

+ **Work Location:** Hybrid – minimum 2+ days/week onsite
+ **On-call Requirement:** Participation in an on-call rotation, including off-hours, weekends, and holidays

**Apply Today**
Be a part of something bigger.

Help power innovation, support discovery, and make a real impact at one of the world’s leading public universities.

**Compensation, Benefits and Position Details**

**Pay Range Minimum:**

$95,400.00 annual
**Pay Range Maximum:**

$166,020.00 annual
**Other Compensation:**

-
**Benefits:**

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
**Shift:**

First Shift (United States of America)
**Temporary or Regular?**

This is a regular position
**FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):**

100.00%
**Union/Bargaining Unit:**

Not Applicable

**About the UW**

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world.

In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

**Our Commitment**

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment.

Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .
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.

Required Skill Profession

Other General