Software Engineer (Telework)

About the position

Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide and many of our positions are suitable for teleworking. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is based at 1411 Brazos St, Austin, but is eligible for telecommuting from anywhere in the State of Texas. TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

Responsibilities

• Perform senior-level automated systems development work in support of Application Solutions software systems.
• Provide 24/7 technical support work activities including being available outside core business hours to troubleshoot, deploy, patch, assist with software version upgrades.
• Oversee software development activities during all phases of the system development lifecycle (SDLC): design, code, test, implement, and maintain.
• Provide prompt and accurate feedback when issues arise.
• Document and track requests for support, solutions and share knowledge base.
• Prioritize and manage multiple support requests at one time and follow up to ensure systems are fully functional after troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with Schedules Releases teams and provide backup support.
• May serve as backup to the manager and other team members.
• Actively participate in maintaining and providing input to the departmental dashboard.
• Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and agency laws, rules, policies, and procedures including IT Handbook and SOPs that govern TWC IT.
• Contribute to teamwork and communicate effectively.
• Promote an image of IT excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer information systems, management information systems or related field and two years of experience as a developer or six years of experience as a developer.
• PowerBuilder experience in version 11 or higher up to 21.
• DB2 experience.
• Neon Shadow Direct for DB2.
• Visual Studio 2019 for building applications.
• CVS/GIT.
• FileNet.
• Java EE, JSP, Spring Framework, Unit testing tools and frameworks (Junit, Selenium, etc.).
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Demonstrated skills using software/systems development methodologies such as waterfall, iterative, and/or agile sprints.
• Ability to analyze problems, develop solutions, communicate clearly and effectively with technical colleagues and non-technical customers.
• Detail-oriented skills and ability to solve complex to advanced computer programming problems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to serve as a technical consultant to peers.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Texas Workforce Commission programs.
• Experience with TWC technology platforms.

Benefits

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
• Telecommuting
• Competitive starting salary: $6,400.00 - $8,581.00/ month
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave