Applications Developer

State of Oklahoma • OK

71d

About The Position

As an Application Developer, you'll play a pivotal role in our modernization journey, leveraging your expertise in C#, Python, Transcript / React, SQL, Cobol and other programming languages to seamlessly connect diverse systems and platforms. Join us in shaping the future of workforce solutions and make a real impact on the lives of Oklahomans. Don't miss out on this chance to make a lasting impact and advance your career with us.

Requirements

• Completion of twelve semester hours of computer science or management information systems course work at an accredited college or university plus three additional years of experience in applications development and analysis work.
• Completion of a minimum of 156 hours of vocational or technical education courses resulting in certification in applications development plus three additional years of experience in applications development and analysis work.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of experience in applications development for the required education plus three additional years of experience in applications development and analysis work.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products, programming languages, logic, and flow.
• Capability of proficiently using the OESC’s standard software (Microsoft Office - Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and Teams), and the Internet.
• Capability to learn other software as needed.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move objects of up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze organization’s business needs, confer with users to evaluate requirements, discuss solutions, and develop plans of approach, including project completion time estimates.
• Design, develop, and maintain integrations between diverse systems and platforms, ensuring seamless communication and data exchange.
• Create and maintain robust and scalable APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) to facilitate integration between internal and external systems.
• Develop scripts and automation routines to streamline integration processes and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure alignment with integration objectives.
• Document integration processes, configurations, and best practices.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and best practices in integration development.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation to enhance integration capabilities and efficiency.
• Evaluate existing Cobol-based systems to identify opportunities for modernization and improvement.
• Refactor Cobol code to modernize and optimize functionality, performance, and maintainability, using C#, Python or other modern programming languages.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Packet including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree