SeniorJava Engineer/Programmer for DPS, Austin

Primary work location: 5805 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78752. Hybrid schedule: on-site and telework.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed. Some nights and weekends as needed.

Requirements

• 15 years of Java experience (required)
• 10 years of SQL database experience (required)
• 8 years of sustaining and development experience in support of large applications in a team environment (required)
• 5 years of Linux experience (required)
• 8 years of Atlassian tool suite experience, especially JIRA (required)
• 8 years of Agile methodology experience (required)
• 2 years of experience with State of Texas applications; experience with Texas Department of Public Safety environment (preferred)
• 2 years of experience transitioning applications from legacy mainframe environments to Java/SQL environment (preferred)
• Must be a US Citizen, EAD, or Green Card Holder

Responsibilities

• Oversee the coding, testing, and debugging of programs as outlined by a system’s technical and functional requirements
• Oversee the preparation of test data
• Oversee the development of and/or prepare flowcharts and diagrams
• Oversee the preparation of and/or prepare instructions for use during production runs
• Coordinate the preparation and development of instructions or manuals for end users
• Lead and coordinate the research and analysis required for project proposals, software and systems modifications, and new projects
• Analyze proposed computer applications in terms of equipment requirements and capabilities
• Evaluate database schemas, write and run SQL code, and deploy packages/triggers
• Review and revise programs to increase operating efficiency or to adapt new procedures
• Analyze logs, system messages, thread connectivity, memory utilization, disk input/output, and disk space to troubleshoot application issues
• Confer with staff members to schedule work and coordinate programming projects
• Prepare detailed analyses, plans, diagrams, and verification procedures for existing and proposed computer applications
• Develop standards and procedures for programming staff, and related interfaces and reports
• Develop and implement specialized programs to supplement and enhance systems software
• Recommend, coordinate, and implement changes to improve application and overall system performance
• Create and maintain backup and restore processes to ensure business continuity
• Coordinate, assign, and track the work of others
• Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies