About the role
Overview
The salary range for this position is $7,371.00 - $10,813.70 per month depending on qualifications and is non-negotiable.
This position is open until filled with first review of candidates on October 16, 2026.
WHO WE ARE
Established in 1943, the mission of the SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF) is to support the research objectives of San Diego State University by helping faculty and staff find, obtain, and administer funding for their research and sponsored programs. SDSU is one of the top public research universities in the nation, furthering discoveries, interventions, and solutions that improve communities and change the world. SDSURF provides the full life cycle of grants services to faculty and staff to further their important work.
Our vision is to foster a culture of creativity and collaboration with integrity and respect for individuals that results in the delivery of superior service to support the university’s
strategic aspirations.
Our core values
Service
We are a service organization that strives to provide superior support to the university community to achieve SDSU’s goals; we are committed to being professionally competent by setting high standards and working hard to achieve results; and we continually seeking to improve our skills and capabilities by valuing education and professional development.
Collaboration
We seek to actively engage with our stakeholders and employees to identify issues and design solutions, build strong relationships grounded in trust, openness, and inclusion and achieve the best results by taking pride in the accomplishments of our colleagues.
Innovation
We work towards inspired solutions to improve and adapt to emerging opportunities and challenges, creative ways to streamline and enhance our delivery of services through resourceful and proactive problem solving and strategic use of technology and reduction of obstacles.
Respect
We promote a culture where every individual is valued and treated with dignity, we honor open-mindedness toward different viewpoints and ideas and have a genuine appreciation for varied backgrounds, experiences, and ways of thinking.
Integrity
We are committed to act with the highest ethical standards, with honesty, integrity, and transparency, provide consistent and accurate information and value and respect all individuals.
WHAT OUR DEPARTMENT DOES
Our Information Systems (IS) team leads the evolving technology landscape at SDSURF. We are collaborative technologists who believe that great data and seamless systems enable researchers and employees to succeed every day. Joining our team means being part of a highly skilled, mission-driven group that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We provide technology and expertise that help faculty and staff secure, manage, and deliver programs that truly improve lives and strengthen communities.
YOUR ROLE IN CREATING THE UNIVERSITY’S PRESENT AND FUTURE
Join the SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF) as our newest team member, where your technical expertise will help build a better foundation for groundbreaking research and community service. In this role, you aren’t just "managing servers" or "writing code"—you are building the digital backbone that empowers San Diego State University’s R1 research mission. You will balance the essential daily work of keeping our enterprise systems running smoothly with exciting modernization initiatives that strengthen our infrastructure for the future. You’ll be one of the collaborative experts we turn to ensure our financial management, human resources, and research administration systems are secure, user-focused, and ready to scale.
Responsibilities
THE WORK YOU WILL DO AND MANAGE
- Build and innovate: You will design, code, and document custom applications, reports, and workflows using tools like Oracle PL/SQL and APEX to meet our team's needs.
- Keep the engines running: You’ll help to configure and manage the servers (like Tomcat) and Linux environments that keep our critical systems running smoothly every day.
- Secure our digital doors: You will set up and manage Single Sign-On (SSO) using Active Directory (AD/Entra) Azure Active Directory and understanding of SSL/TLS certificate request and installation, ensuring our team can safely and easily access the tools they need.
- Modernize our tech: You’ll help with ERP upgrades and integrating fresh technologies.
- Solve complex puzzles: You’ll dive into tricky technical issues related to system performance and data integrity, fixing bottlenecks so everything works seamlessly.
Qualifications
THE SKILLS WE NEED
- An owner: You don't wait to be told what to do; you love taking the reins to figure out, deploy, and champion new applications and servers.
- A careful problem-solver: You have a knack for troubleshooting and look at the big picture to find long-term solutions, whether you're fixing a modern API integration or maintaining legacy applications.
- System Savvy: Experience with Oracle RDBMS, PL/SQL, Oracle Pro-C, Oracle APEX, tomcat servers on Linux and shell scripting are highly valued for this position.
- A natural learner: Familiarity with Ellucian Banner is preferred, though comparable experience with alternate ERP will be considered.
Experience and Education
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in computer science or business, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience AND appropriate Oracle Certification.
- Four-years of related work experience
Preferred Qualifications
Technical Chops: Proven experience configuring and maintaining Ellucian Banner ERP systems and related servers, plus working knowledge with SAML2 integrations. and scripting and automation techniques (i.e. Jenkins, Bash).
Bonus points if you have: Experience with MVC frameworks, specifically as implemented in Ellucian Banner admin pages using Morphis Foundations is highly desirable.
WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life and disability insurance plans
- Generous employer contributed 403b retirement plan. We match 200% on the first 5% of contributions, up to 10% maximum employer matching contribution. All contributions are 100% vested.
- Vacation and sick leave accruals
- 14 paid holidays and 1 annual personal holiday
Hybrid in-office/telework arrangements
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Access to campus amenities, including Love Library, Aztec Lanes bowling alley, SDSU transit center, and a variety of coffee shops and eateries.
Discounted Aztec Recreation Center gym membership and SDSU events
Wellness workshops
HOW TO APPLY AND TIPS FOR MAKING IT THROUGH OUR HIRING PROCESS
You must apply through the SDSURF Career Page. Make sure your application is complete. Including a resume and cover letter is recommended. Respond to supplemental questions thoroughly.
WHAT OUR HIRING PROCESS IS LIKE
We work as fast as we can to make hiring decisions. However, it may take several weeks for all the parties involved to review your application. We keep in touch each step of the way and inform you of the status of your application.
ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION
The salary range for this position is $7,371.00 - $10,813.70 depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.
Hybrid Work Philosophy: We believe that a balanced approach to work—combining the flexibility of remote work with the collaborative energy of in-person engagement—creates the most effective and fulfilling environment for our organization. Remote work empowers individuals with autonomy, focus, and work-life balance, while in-office days foster connection, creativity, and shared purpose. Having at least two days in the office is essential to maintain strong interpersonal relationships, encourage spontaneous collaboration, and reinforce our shared culture. These in-person interactions help build trust, align teams, and spark innovation in ways that are difficult to replicate remotely. By embracing a hybrid mod