Application Developer II

Southern Company•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Application Developer II Job Summary The Developer II, Application for Field Technology position within Gas Technology Delivery will work with limited supervision to design and develop custom applications to support the GIS Technology portfolio utilized by Southern Company Gas as well as the build and support of Southern Company Gas COTS applications. It is expected that this resource is an experienced developer with strong technical knowledge within the ESRI and associated mapping Technology area. This role will complete projects which will include standard development using a variety of languages, web-based technologies, cognitive services, integration technologies, and native mobile applications. This role reports to the Supervisor, Gas Scheduler Technology Development II, Application – Essential Duties Include Develop solutions that leverage (when COTS system) rather than customization. Create and modify Technical Design documents. Collaborate with others to plan for coding and overall program development. Translate specifications to create code that meets performance expectations/coding requirements. Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance based on specifications, with supervision. Troubleshoot, debug, maintain and improve existing software. Plan and participate in system testing as required. Develop technology solutions and corresponding documentation for complex problems using deep technical expertise and creativity. Plan and participate in deployment activities to implement designed solutions. Maintain and follow production support processes focused on identification and mitigation of root cause. Flex to meet customer demands (production support and project work). Prioritize work and deliver on project commitments. Provide on-call support both solving issues independently as well as assisting other personnel Support and mentor less experienced personnel. Considerable interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively is essential. Ensure strategies are aligned with Technology Organization goals and strategies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in MIS, Computer Science or a related field
A deep, comprehensive knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle and development principles
Interest in and passion for learning and working in a fast-paced environment
Hands-on experience in developing and maintaining enterprise-level applications using Microsoft technologies like .NET, C#, and SQL
Experience with frontend development platforms like Angular and React
Experience with Azure and/or AWS cloud platforms.
Familiarity with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and CI/CD pipelines
Ability to handle multiple assignments and conflicting priorities
Ability to work with business partners and peers of varying levels of technical proficiency
Experience with all size projects, enhancement projects and production support
Experience with various sized projects, enhancement projects and production support
Ability to identify root cause for routine problems while working with other technical staff
Deep experience creating Technical Design Documents and Specifications
Deep experience with software development projects.
Ability to develop unit testing of code components or complete applications.
Experience in system development practices, methodology and tools
Experience with Agile delivery; Kanban; Scrum
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to provide on-call support both solving issues independently as well as assisting other, less experienced on-call personnel
Advanced understanding various technical principles, theories and concepts
Broad understanding of a wide range of technical areas
Excellent communication skills including the ability to translate complex or technical ideas into non-technical language
Strong ITIL Foundation
Experience with ITIL processes and various programming languages.

Responsibilities

Develop solutions that leverage (when COTS system) rather than customization.
Create and modify Technical Design documents.
Collaborate with others to plan for coding and overall program development.
Translate specifications to create code that meets performance expectations/coding requirements.
Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance based on specifications, with supervision.
Troubleshoot, debug, maintain and improve existing software.
Plan and participate in system testing as required.
Develop technology solutions and corresponding documentation for complex problems using deep technical expertise and creativity.
Plan and participate in deployment activities to implement designed solutions.
Maintain and follow production support processes focused on identification and mitigation of root cause.
Flex to meet customer demands (production support and project work).
Prioritize work and deliver on project commitments.
Provide on-call support both solving issues independently as well as assisting other personnel
Support and mentor less experienced personnel.
Ensure strategies are aligned with Technology Organization goals and strategies.