Software Engineer (Telework)

$76,800 - $102,972/Yr

Texas Workforce Commission - Austin, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Austin, TX

About the position

The Software Engineer position at the Texas Workforce Commission involves advanced programming work focused on developing and testing Java applications. The role requires collaboration with IT teams, overseeing programming projects, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies. This position offers the flexibility of telecommuting from anywhere in Texas and emphasizes a strong work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced to highly advanced automated systems development work in support of application solutions software systems.
• Oversee software development activities during all phases of the system development lifecycle (SDLC): design, code, test, implement, and maintain.
• Diagnose problems with automated applications and take corrective action.
• Write specifications for developing or correcting software for handling highly complex policies/procedures to improve system performance and/or accuracy.
• Develop and test SQL Stored procedures and Java Applications that meet design specifications, including accessibility and usability requirements.
• Serve as backup to the manager and other team members as needed.
• 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

• Strong Java programming skills with experience in core Java concepts, libraries, and frameworks.
• Proficiency in web development technologies including JSP, HTML, CSS, JQuery, Bootstrap, and Angular.
• In-depth knowledge of Spring Framework components including Spring Core, Spring IOC, Spring Batch, and SpringBoot.
• Strong SQL skills, including writing, optimizing, and maintaining stored procedures (T-SQL, PL-SQL).
• Expertise in JPA and ORM technologies (Hibernate, MyBatis).
• Experience with AWS Cloud technologies (Cloudwatch, EC2, S3, Lambda, Serverless applications) and/or MS Azure Cloud technologies (JBOSS EAP on Azure, MS Azure SQL Server).
• Experience with Docker for application deployment and management.
• Familiarity with batch processing methodologies and techniques.
• Ability to accurately test software applications using data-driven development approaches.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and document technical information.
• Four years of full-time experience in data processing, computer science, computer programming, systems analysis, and/or related field for Programmer IV; five years for Programmer V.

Benefits

• Family Friendly Certified Workplace
• Telecommuting offered from anywhere within the State of Texas
• 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