Application Developer 2 (Hybrid)

At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources.  We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow’s energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career.

ERCOT is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We accept and celebrate those that join us and recognize that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. A diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future.

ERCOT offers the flexibility to work both in and out of the office within the state of Texas, providing our employees with an enhanced work life balance.

Be a part of the dedicated and collaborative teams that support the corporate functions of ERCOT.  Our teams develop impactful working relationships while leveraging business know-how to support our internal and external customers to maintain the reliability of the electric power grid and wholesale markets.

The Applications Developer works with ERCOT business partners to design, develop and support complex business applications and tools for applications on the Settlements and Credit Application Services team.  We are seeking a talented Full Stack Java Web Developer to join a team of Java Web Application Developers. The position involves developing all the layers of web application and the ideal candidate will be well versed in developing both front-end and back-end components of the application.

JOB SUMMARY 

Designs, codes, tests, documents and maintains applications to meet ERCOT business needs based on the ERCOT defined Software Development Life Cycle.  Works closely with customers, business area subject matter experts, team members and other internal technical teams to design, develop and maintain complex ERCOT applications in support of market needs and internal corporate requirements.  Uses toolsets that adhere to the frameworks of the technical stack used across the Application Services division and ensures that products and solutions comply with the organization’s architectural standards.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Work Experience Required

• Requires minimum 2 years related work experience in excess of degree requirements
• Proficiency in Java
• Proficiency in React

Preferred Functional/Technical Skills

• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, Javascript, JQuery
• Proficiency with JSP / Spring or Struts2
• Proficiency with ORM / Hibernate
• Proficiency with RDBMS / SQL
• Oracle PL/SQL
• Proficient understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks, including jQuery
• Experienced in developing asynchronous (AJAX) request handling, partial page updates
• Experienced with integrating with server-side code to produce dynamic pages
• Strong understanding of OOPS principles and implementing solution using RDMS
• Hands on experience in developing Java application using ORM frameworks
• Experienced with programmatic interaction of various APIs (SOAP, REST and XML-RPC web services, XML, XSLT, XPath)
• Ability to determine the best performance optimization for a given requirement
• Self-starter, motivated individual that enjoys working outside comfort zone
• Team-player with an ability to work collaboratively with other team members
• Strong problem solving and communication skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to identify patterns from problem definition
• Ability to work in an environment that requires quick turnaround when troubleshooting production issues
• Linux
• Git
• Maven
• Jenkins
• Jasper
• JUnit
• ParamQuery Grid (PQGrid)
• Jasper Reports
• Tomcat / JBoss Web Server
• Docker Containers

The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.  It is not an exhaustive list of the duties expected to be performed, and management may, at its discretion, revise or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.  This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT.  Both ERCOT and the employee may exercise their employment-at-will rights at any time.

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