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Texas Department of Family and Protective Services · 1 day ago

Senior Java Developer

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$6,377.50/mo - $10,785.83/mo

5+ years exp

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is responsible for protecting vulnerable populations in Texas. They are seeking a Senior Java Developer to perform advanced programming work, oversee projects, and provide technical leadership while collaborating with various teams to develop and deliver applications.

Individual & Family Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Performs advanced (senior-level) computer programming work

Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment

Employees at this level may fully perform highly complex programming work and may coordinate and/or perform highly complex coding, testing, and debugging of applications, as outlined by system requirements

Analyzes users’ needs; designs, tests, and develops software to meet those needs

Develops routine code and debugs software

Analyzes proposed applications for equipment requirements and capabilities

Analyzes, reviews, and revises software to increase operating efficiency or to adapt to new procedures

Compiles and documents procedures used throughout software development and revision

Prepares detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation and converts them into a series of instructions coded in a programming language

Performs related work as assigned

Collaborates with Application Development, DevOps, Project Management and Agency Program teams in the execution of enterprise level strategies and technical direction

Communicate with management and other team members in a timely and effective manner

Participates in project planning and project management activities to transform business requirements into technical requirements and specifications to carry out software development

Performs code reviews, unit testing, integration testing, continuous integration, and continuous deployment

Participates in release management activities and monitors progress of release status for team

Oversees studies and the preparation of reports that include study findings, recommendations, and instructions for proposed system implementations

Provides technical leadership on projects and agency initiatives related to programming activities and may act as technical team lead to mentor junior level staff

Identifies, investigates, and resolves production problems in a timely manner

Oversees and provides guidance in troubleshooting and solving problems relating to computer applications or systems

Participates in peer-code walk-throughs, ensures project schedules are met, and participates in project technical and functional design

Formulates logical descriptions of problems and devises optimum solutions

Coordinates and/or performs the research and analysis required for project proposals, software and systems modifications, and new projects

Adheres to all Texas Department of Family and Protective Services HR policies and performs related work as assigned

Qualification

Java Platform developmentAgile developmentDevOps toolsRDBMSSoftware Development Life CycleMicrosoft OfficeProblem solvingCritical thinkingCommunication skills

Required

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Administration (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field is required

Work experience as a Java or Angular Developer may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis

At least five (5) years' IT experience in software development

At least three (3) years leading in software development projects

Experience in one or more areas: System Engineering, Application Development with Java/.NET/Middleware, Data Intelligence, Infrastructure Services, or Database

Experience with Agile

Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of programming and systems analysis

Knowledge of computer operations procedures and systems

Knowledge of computer programming languages

Advanced Knowledge of Java Platform development

Strong governance and drive towards promotion of code best practices

Fluency in Web Service Standards such as XML, REST

Strong understanding of RDBMS

Knowledge of established and modern design patterns and application design

Knowledge of object-oriented analysis and design

Knowledge of both Waterfall and Agile development environment

Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and development standards including programming standards, documentation standards, and testing standards to ensure the quality and maintainability of one or more applications

Knowledge of DevOps tools (Jira, Bitbucket) and processes

Knowledge of public/private/hybrid cloud technologies

Skills in problem solving, critical thinking, computer programming, the use of hardware and software, and modifying or developing software for applications

Ability to process information logically

Ability to design programs and systems logic

Ability to prepare program specifications

Ability to code, test, and debug software

Ability to interpret technical information related to programming and other areas of data processing

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to work on relational databases and with PL/SQL components

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to any level of the organization in a clear and concise manner

Ability to develop and guide integration and unit testing

Ability to lead the developers on project activities and project teams

Ability to use Microsoft Office productivity tools (Word, Excel, Visio, and Project) for completing requirements, design, project tracking and other documentation