{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"70cfe01b896de6c1b88767c2","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/70cfe01b896de6c1b88767c2","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/70cfe01b896de6c1b88767c2","title":"Head, Digital Collections Software Development (Software Engineering Leader)","description":"Head, Digital Collections Software Development (Software Engineering Leader)The Indiana University (IU) Libraries' mission is to support and strengthen teaching, learning, and research by providing the collections, services, and environments that lead to intellectual discovery. Our materials are digital, visual, audio, and print. They are curated from our campuses, our country, and our world. As a result, they are in 450 different languages, are world-renowned, and are ready to connect students and researchers with limitless possibilities. We are also proud to be home to Indiana University Press, an academic press serving the world of scholarship and culture as a professional, not-for-profit publisher.\r\nWe offer meaningful work that inspires and empowers students and faculty to excel in research, teaching, and learning. We promote professional development, career advancement, and flexible work schedules.\r\nServes as a member of the leadership team for the Library Technologies division of Indiana University (IU) Bloomington Libraries and participates in department, division, and organization-wide planning efforts.\r\nLeads and contributes to efforts to explore and responsibly adopt AI/ML technologies in support of library digital collections discovery and access.\r\nEngages in collaboration with peers in other IU departments, including University Information Technology Services and other IU libraries, to coordinate development and support of software applications and adoption of AI technologies.\r\nRepresents IU in national and international technical collaborations in efforts such the Samvera open-source digital repository community and International Image Interoperability Framework (IIIF) standards community.\r\nServes in software architect, high-level technical design, and project management roles on other projects as needed.\r\nGeneral Responsibilities:\r\nProvides highest level of operational leadership and coordination of assigned staff members to define software engineering methodologies and standards; provides direction and guidance on high priority software engineering projects/initiatives.\r\nEstablishes short-term business plans and long-term operational objectives, including managing project timelines/deliverables and developing resource plans for multi-project/multi-phase software engineering initiatives.\r\nConducts a variety of personnel actions to include, but not limited to hiring, promotion, performance management, and dismissal.\r\nManages high level assignments and allocation of technical resources, including negotiating and coordinating initiatives that involve staff in other departments/areas/teams; may coordinate large-scale software development projects with a wide audiences in support of academic initiatives.\r\nMakes budgetary recommendations/proposals based on resource needs and ensures cost containment.\r\nResearches and stays up-to-date on new industry software engineering standards, emerging technology, User Experience (UX)/User Interface (UI) design/philosophy, and accessibility standards; responsible for the implementation of new protocols/procedures to address business needs.\r\nWorks collaboratively with other software engineering leaders across departments in recommending standards, best practices, and related policies/procedures.\r\nPrepares management reports and summaries for senior administration, executive, steering and advisory committees; acts as advisor to executive committees; serves on various university committees, communities of practice, and task forces related to software engineering.\r\nQualificationsCombinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.\r\nEDUCATIONRequired:\r\nBachelor's degree (preferably in computer science, business systems, or related field.)\r\nWORK EXPERIENCERequired:\r\n4 years of software development or related experience.\r\n1 year of management experience.\r\nPreferredExperience working with open-source software and communities.\r\nExperience in development projects using AI/ML tools and technologies.\r\nSKILLSRequired:\r\nProficient written and verbal communication skills.\r\nMaintains a high degree of professionalism.\r\nDemonstrates time management and priority setting skills.\r\nDemonstrates a high commitment to quality.\r\nExcellent organizational skills.\r\nExcellent collaboration and team building skills.\r\nEffectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback.\r\nInstills commitment to organizational goals.\r\nDemonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills.\r\nBuilds and manages effective teams.\r\nPreferredDemonstrates skill in developing complex web applications.\r\nKnowledge of library software applications and standards.\r\nKnowledge of digital repository software such as Fedora, Samvera, or DSpace.\r\nKnowledge of image, audio and video file formats and delivery technologies.\r\nWorking Conditions / DemandsThis role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.\r\nWork LocationHerman B Wells Library\r\nBloomington, Indiana\r\nThis position may be eligible for remote work or to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.\r\nAdvertised Salary$91,000 - $105,000 per year\r\nBenefits OverviewFor full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:\r\nComprehensive medical and dental insurance\r\nHealth savings account with generous IU contributions\r\nHealthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts\r\nBasic group life insurance paid by IU\r\nVoluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance\r\nBase retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting\r\nVoluntary supplemental retirement plan options\r\nTuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses\r\n10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year\r\nGenerous paid time off plans\r\nPaid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events\r\nEmployee assistance program (EAP)\r\nJob ClassificationCareer Level: Sr. Operational\r\nFLSA: Exempt\r\nJob Function: Information Technology\r\nJob Family: Software/App Design, Dev & Eng\r\nPublished: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 15:33 UTC#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Code4lib","rawCompany":"code4lib","city":"Bloomington","state":"IN","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-10-04T01:46:46.188Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"11-3021.00","title":"Computer and Information Systems Managers","slug":"computer-and-information-systems-managers"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"611310","title":"Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools","slug":"colleges-universities-and-professional-schools"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Head, Digital Collections Software Development (Software Engineering Leader)","description":"Head, Digital Collections Software Development (Software Engineering Leader)The Indiana University (IU) Libraries' mission is to support and strengthen teaching, learning, and research by providing the collections, services, and environments that lead to intellectual discovery. 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We promote professional development, career advancement, and flexible work schedules.\r\nServes as a member of the leadership team for the Library Technologies division of Indiana University (IU) Bloomington Libraries and participates in department, division, and organization-wide planning efforts.\r\nLeads and contributes to efforts to explore and responsibly adopt AI/ML technologies in support of library digital collections discovery and access.\r\nEngages in collaboration with peers in other IU departments, including University Information Technology Services and other IU libraries, to coordinate development and support of software applications and adoption of AI technologies.\r\nRepresents IU in national and international technical collaborations in efforts such the Samvera open-source digital repository community and International Image Interoperability Framework (IIIF) standards community.\r\nServes in software architect, high-level technical design, and project management roles on other projects as needed.\r\nGeneral Responsibilities:\r\nProvides highest level of operational leadership and coordination of assigned staff members to define software engineering methodologies and standards; provides direction and guidance on high priority software engineering projects/initiatives.\r\nEstablishes short-term business plans and long-term operational objectives, including managing project timelines/deliverables and developing resource plans for multi-project/multi-phase software engineering initiatives.\r\nConducts a variety of personnel actions to include, but not limited to hiring, promotion, performance management, and dismissal.\r\nManages high level assignments and allocation of technical resources, including negotiating and coordinating initiatives that involve staff in other departments/areas/teams; may coordinate large-scale software development projects with a wide audiences in support of academic initiatives.\r\nMakes budgetary recommendations/proposals based on resource needs and ensures cost containment.\r\nResearches and stays up-to-date on new industry software engineering standards, emerging technology, User Experience (UX)/User Interface (UI) design/philosophy, and accessibility standards; responsible for the implementation of new protocols/procedures to address business needs.\r\nWorks collaboratively with other software engineering leaders across departments in recommending standards, best practices, and related policies/procedures.\r\nPrepares management reports and summaries for senior administration, executive, steering and advisory committees; acts as advisor to executive committees; serves on various university committees, communities of practice, and task forces related to software engineering.\r\nQualificationsCombinations of related education and experience may be considered. 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The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.\r\nWork LocationHerman B Wells Library\r\nBloomington, Indiana\r\nThis position may be eligible for remote work or to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.\r\nAdvertised Salary$91,000 - $105,000 per year\r\nBenefits OverviewFor full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:\r\nComprehensive medical and dental insurance\r\nHealth savings account with generous IU contributions\r\nHealthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts\r\nBasic group life insurance paid by IU\r\nVoluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance\r\nBase retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting\r\nVoluntary supplemental retirement plan options\r\nTuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses\r\n10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year\r\nGenerous paid time off plans\r\nPaid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events\r\nEmployee assistance program (EAP)\r\nJob ClassificationCareer Level: Sr. Operational\r\nFLSA: Exempt\r\nJob Function: Information Technology\r\nJob Family: Software/App Design, Dev & Eng\r\nPublished: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 15:33 UTC#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-10-04T01:46:46.188Z","dateModified":"2026-10-04T01:46:46.188Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Code4lib","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Bloomington","addressRegion":"IN","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"70cfe01b896de6c1b88767c2"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/70cfe01b896de6c1b88767c2"}}