Windows Application Developer II
- Location
- Ames, IA
- Listed
- Today
About the role
Job Group: Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience
About the role
Iowa State University is seeking a Windows Application Developer II (Software Developer II). The Web Development (WebDev) team in Information Technology Services (ITS) works with campus partners to develop and maintain web-based business applications and manage websites. The individual in this position will design, analyze, develop, implement, and maintain moderate to complex applications. They will consult with and advise clients on the best practices for developing web-based business applications of a medium-to-large size. They will work with a team of full-time developers.
Examples of Duties
- Consult with non-technical end users to define and document specifications and scope of projects.
- Conduct a variety of software development tasks including program design, program coding, debugging, and documentation for software/systems and applications programs.
- Develop detailed system-design specifications to meet defined requirements.
- Modify, maintain, troubleshoot, and support existing web applications.
- Assist in the conversion of legacy systems to supported web applications.
- Develop new software services, databases, and application systems.
- Write Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to bridge between systems.
- Work on assignments that are generally of a moderately difficult technical nature and may involve leadership responsibilities for application system components.
- Provide directions to a small group of student developers or support personnel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing web-based applications; ideally with PHP and Laravel
- Experience maintaining native Windows applications
- Experience developing and using APIs that conform to standard REST principles
- Experience working with non-technical clients to develop project specifications, developing estimates, project planning, and project management; ideally with Jira
- Knowledge of standard coding practices and processes using software repositories for development and deployment; ideally with Git, GitHub, and Microsoft Azure
Additional information
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
- Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various voluntary benefits and discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing program
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email, or call or Toll Free:.
- Appointment Type: Regular
- Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period
- Time Type: Full time
Pay Grade
- PS810
- Original Posting Date: November 9, 2026
- Posting Close Date: November 15, 2026
- Job Requisition Number: R20174
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel., email.
From Isu's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
How Rolev.ai helps with this application
Rolev.ai is a job search and application tool for US job seekers. For this Windows Application Developer II role at Isu, it shows how your resume fits, tailors your resume to the posting, and prepares the application for you to review.
See how you fit
Openings from employer career sites are ranked against your whole resume—and searchable inside Claude, ChatGPT, and Cursor via Rolev.ai MCP.
Tailor without inventing
Every change to your resume is checked against your original. New experience goes in only with your yes—zero fabricated claims.
Draft the full kit
Tailored and Full Match resumes, role-specific cover letters, and answers to employer screening questions are prepared in seconds.
1-Click Extension Autofill
The Chrome extension fills the employer's Greenhouse, Workday, Lever, or Ashby form in 1 click. You review it and press Submit.
Common questions
Where is the Windows Application Developer II job at Isu located?
This Windows Application Developer II position at Isu is located in Ames, IA. Always check Isu's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
How do I apply for the Windows Application Developer II position at Isu?
This listing links directly to Isu's Workday application page. You can apply directly on Isu's site, or use Rolev.ai to check your resume fit, generate a zero-hallucination tailored resume and cover letter for this posting, and autofill the Workday application form in 1 click with the Rolev.ai Chrome extension. You always review the form and press Submit yourself.