Application Developer

UFCU•Austin, TX

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Application Developer focuses on designing, building, testing, and maintaining software robots and intelligent systems to automate business processes and enhanced operational efficiency, enterprise integration, application and automation development tools, Microsoft .NET, and Microsoft SQL Server, to create, test, implement, and maintain applications in-house. This role utilizes demonstrated experience in troubleshooting problems, product improvement, and effective communication with both IT and business partners. With limited supervision the Application Developer delivers secure RPA bots, automations and software applications based upon business requirements. This role must be proactive in delivering successful solutions, including helping define requirements, application development and deployment, implementing best practices, supporting testing efforts, and providing documentation while working with business units. The Application Developer proactively provides project tasks and status updates. This role may provide guidance to less experienced team members. The Application Developer reports to the IT Manager – Member Systems. About UFCU Our Credit Union was founded in 1936 and has grown to serve members throughout Texas and beyond. At UFCU, we are more than just a financial institution, and our people are more than just employees. We are dedicated to our purpose of empowering our Members to achieve financial success and build brighter futures. In pursuit of our aspiration that UFCU is loved by millions of Members and built to thrive for generations, we are guided by our values: Purposefully Member-Obsessed We are driven by a profound sense of empathy to deeply understand our Members’ needs and preferences, what brighter futures means to them, and the obstacles in their way. We act in our Members’ best interests, forever seeking to empower their financial success. Possibilities Reimagined We are inspired to courageously experiment, learn, and iterate in pursuit of positive impact for our Members, UFCU, and coworkers. We challenge assumptions, embrace diverse perspectives, and make use of data and insights. Performance Excellence Rooted in Unwavering Integrity We do the right thing, always. We champion teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and celebrate successful outcomes of others, fostering an inclusive environment of excellence and collaboration.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 3 years of web application and database development experience
Minimum 3 years of experience with Python, .NET C# and SQL Server programming
Experience with: Working with source control such as Github, or Bitbucket Working with Power Automate Working with PowerBI AI capabilities and machine learning
Must be bondable
Understanding of AI/ML learning
Intermediate knowledge of agile software development practices and methodologies
Intermediate knowledge of UI/UX design principles and best practices
Knowledge of cloud services, such as Azure, and APIs
Competent in application development and third-party integrations
Competent in web and database development
Competent with .NET C# and SQL Server programming and data manipulation
Knowledge of application-specific security issues and mitigation
Familiarity with .Net Core
Familiarity working with Jack Henry (Symitar) products, i.e. RepGen/PowerOn, SymXchange, Payrailz, etc.
Knowledge of Power Automate or other RPA tools such as UiPath
Analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Organizational, process management, and time management skills, with the ability to proactively and consistently meet deadlines without supervision
Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, collaborative, and active listening communication skills
Strong ability to effectively communicate with both IT and business partners
Ability to work collaboratively with others and inspire teams
Ability to deliver high-quality, well-designed code that is clean and easy for others to maintain
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to engage in problem-solving skills to help identify and resolve issues
Ability to be curious and inquisitive about new and innovative tools and methods for developing code and applications faster
Ability to engage in problem-solving skills to help identify and resolve issues

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Experience building RPA bots utilizing Power Automate workflow
Experience building RESTful services using current version of Web API, Java, or other leading web services platforms
Experience building modern, responsive applications using current version of C#, SQL Server
Experience using AI development tools to increase productivity, accuracy, and efficiency in code development
Experience using SSIS and PowerBI Report Server
Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud platform
Experience leading/mentoring less experienced team members
Experience working for a financial institution

Responsibilities

RPA Bot development: using specialized platforms (Power Automate) to build, configure, and code automation workflows
AI/ML integration
System integration and maintenance: integrating bots with existing software systems
Application development: seamless third-party integration; secure coding practices, performance analysis, streamlining applications.
Application maintenance: debugging, troubleshooting and log monitoring including legacy applications, resolution of critical production bugs
Contributing to creation of Application Road maps
Participating in code peer reviews
Analysis and design: analyzing existing business workflows to identify opportunities for automation
Analysis and modeling: contributes to development deliverables such as data flow diagrams, class diagrams etc.
Analysis and modeling: contributes to client needs analysis, data flow diagrams.
Unit testing: contribute to test plan development, installation and execution.
Architectural design: interface/application design, and optimum performance.
Contributes to the adoption of continuous integration/delivery
Contributes to the selection of developer tools
Create and communicate documentation, technical architecture, unit testing follow-up, change management participation and user guides
Contributes to setting the development standards, documentation, test automation, build and deployment process
Adheres to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes.
Completes required regulatory training as assigned.
Maintains strict adherence to and compliance with all laws, rules, regulations, and internal controls specific to the role, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, USA Patriot Act, OFAC and Fair Lending regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned.