APPLICATION SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER I - 37020676

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

DEP’s Office of Technology and Information Services (OTIS) is currently recruiting for an Application Systems Programmer I as part of the Application Maintenance Services team. The role of this position is to provide support to end users in the organization on how to use various types of software programs efficiently and effectively in fulfilling business objectives. This includes troubleshooting applications and software for all internal customers, such as operations, development, and other business units. The incumbent will also assist in the design, delivery, and improvement of in-house software applications, training programs and related courseware. The incumbent is also responsible for writing, coding, testing, and analyzing software programs and applications. This includes researching, designing, documenting, and modifying software specifications throughout the production life cycle. The position will also analyze and amend software errors in a timely and accurate fashion and provide status reports where required.

Requirements

• Working knowledge/experience involving the following programming languages: PHP, Oracle PL/SQL, and/or Java.
• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines without sacrificing quality
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments
• Ability to work independently, and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Very strong customer service orientation
• Ability to be creative, to use sound judgment, and to display foresight to identify potential problems and design/specifications and assigned application software systems
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge/experience with the following programming languages: PHP and/or Java
• Experience with Databases, possessing the capability to write complex queries and develop complex SQL (preferably Oracle’s PL/SQL) database objects
• Knowledge of relational database designs
• Experience with database query tools (i.e., TOAD, SQL Developer, SQL Navigator)
• Solid working knowledge of web development, including experience working leveraging XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and AJAX
• Experience with JavaScript frameworks, such as JQuery or AngularJS
• Experience with responsive design frameworks, preferably Bootstrap
• Experience using code repositories, preferably GitHub/GitLab/Git
• Knowledge and experience with the MVC (Model-View-Controller) architectural pattern
• Experience using continuous integration tools, preferably Jenkins
• Proven experience with troubleshooting principles, methodologies, and issue resolution techniques
• Familiarity with Agile Development, specifically Scrum, Extreme Programming (XP) and Kanban
• Knowledge of Information Systems Development Methodology (ISDM)
• Knowledge of trends in technology relating to software applications

Responsibilities

• Assist developers, analysts, and designers in conceptualizing and development of software programs and applications.
• Consistently write, translate, and code software programs and applications according to specifications.
• Run and monitor software performance tests on new and existing programs for the purposes of correcting errors, isolating areas for improvement, and general debugging.
• Conduct research on emerging application development software products, languages, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts.
• Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements and upgrades.
• Liaise with network administrators, systems analysts, and software engineers to assist in resolving problems with software products or company software systems.
• Evaluate documented resolutions and analyze trends for ways to prevent repeated future problems.
• Communicate application problems and issues to key stakeholders, including management, development teams, end users, and unit leaders.
• Maintain and enhance performance of all new and existing software and applications across the organization.
• Participate in the design, development, and delivery of software development training programs and individual classes.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree