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# IT Application Specialist

- **Company:** IMBA - Institut für Molekulare Biotechnologie GmbH
- **Location:** Austria
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** €60,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, JIRA, Audit Trail, User Authentication, Automation of Tests, Batch Processing, Cloud Computing, Software Documentation, Computer Programming, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Relational Databases, Github, Python (Programming Language), Key Management, OAuth, Software Architecture, Standard Sql, Secure Coding, Single Sign-On, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Sql Optimization, Large Language Models, Snowflake, Prompt Engineering, Software Security, Backend, Kubernetes, Sentry, Web Technologies, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Software Coding, Webhooks, Docker, Jenkins
- **Published:** August 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jobcity.at/application.php?aid=601557

## About the Role

* At least three years of relevant experience in application development, integration, or a comparable role
 * Strong programming experience in Python or Java and familiarity with the other
 * Good understanding of software architecture, front-end and back-end development, APIs, integrations, and automated testing
 * Strong knowledge of SQL, relational databases, data modeling, and data integration
 * Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Git/GitHub, and CI/CD tooling such as GitHub Actions or Jenkins
 * Experience with application deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting
 * Practical experience with Jira Cloud configuration and business intelligence tools
 * Extensive experience with AI-assisted coding, prompt engineering, and AI-supported development workflows
 * Independent, proactive, and structured way of working, with the ability to manage changing priorities
 * Strong communication skills and very good English; German is beneficial

Nice to have:

 * Experience with specifically Snowflake, Sigma Computing, Railway, and / or Sentry
 * Experience developing AI-enabled applications, RAG solutions, or self-hosted AI systems
 * Familiarity with OAuth, SSO, and secure application design
 * Experience delivering technical workshops or user training

## Description

We are looking for an IT Application Specialist to develop, integrate, and operate the applications that keep our organization running. You will work across the full stack - from Python and Java development to Jira Cloud configuration, data pipelines, and BI dashboards - turning business requirements into reliable, well-documented technical solutions., The role suits someone who enjoys variety, from hands-on coding and API design to database work and deployment, and who is keen to bring AI-assisted development into everyday practice.
Aufgaben

 * Develop and maintain internal applications and integrations using Python, Java, and suitable web technologies
 * Evaluate, implement, integrate, operate, and further develop company-wide applications
 * Gather requirements and translate user needs into sustainable technical solutions
 * Design and maintain APIs, webhooks, batch processes, interfaces, and data flows
 * Configure Jira Cloud projects, workflows, permissions, automations, and custom fields
 * Work with relational databases, advanced SQL, data models, and ETL/ELT processes, ideally using Snowflake
 * Create dashboards and analytics solutions using Sigma Computing or comparable BI tools
 * Deploy and operate applications using Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, monitoring, and hosting platforms
 * Implement secure coding, authentication, secrets management, and audit logging
 * Use AI coding tools, LLM APIs, agents, and automation in application development
 * Maintain technical and user documentation and occasionally provide user support or AI workshops


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