Academic Application Specialist

Technology is just the start. At SAIT, our IT Services team collaborates across the institution to shape smarter, more connected ways of teaching, learning and working. We’re strategic thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators who turn big ideas into digital solutions that move SAIT forward. Join us and help build what’s next.  The Opportunity   Job classification: P2054 - Programmer Analyst II Salary range: $75,000 - $85,000 Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills, experience, and internal equity.  Hours per week: 37.5 Paid leave: 4 Weeks Vacation / 14 Flex Days per year Deadline to apply: 4:00PM, October 5, 2026   Academic Application Specialist supports reliable delivery, operation, and readiness of software and related technology in SAIT classroom, teaching lab, and specialized lab environments. The role works closely with academic areas, research and applied learning groups, ITS teams, and vendors to understand instructional, operational, and client-facing technology requirements, coordinate software installation and validation, support imaging and configuration activities, troubleshoot application and lab technology issues, and help ensure supported environments are ready for use. The position requires a strong understanding of how software, hardware specifications, licensing mechanisms, device configuration, and specialized lab requirements support teaching, learning, applied research, and related institutional activities. The incumbent validates software functionality, confirms hardware compatibility, supports term and operational readiness, maintains application and environment documentation, responds to service requests and incidents, and contributes to continuous improvement for classroom and lab technology services.