Applications Development Analyst

Novalink Solutions LLC•Tallahassee, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Florida PALM Project is a multiyear endeavor to replace the State of Florida's accounting and cash management systems with a modern financial management solution. The Florida PALM Project is targeted to replace Central, Payroll, and Departmental FLAIR functionality, with go-live scheduled for January 6, 2026. The 1,500+ computing assets are comprised of interfaces, enterprise applications, databases, automated processes, and reporting programs within FDOT that will require remediation due to: Adoption of the Florida PALM Standardized Business Process Model, Transition to the Florida PALM Chart of Accounts values, Replacement of Central, Payroll and Departmental FLAIR functionality, Redevelopment of agency incoming and outgoing interfaces to the statewide accounting system, and Implementation of Information Warehouse data to support agency specific reporting requirements. The computing asset modifications to complete the FDOT PALM System Transition (FPST) will take place over the course of two years in alignment with the Florida PALM Project scheduled timeline. Our agency is seeking a resource knowledgeable in .NET, Angular, React, SQL Server, Oracle, for on-premises and cloud-based applications, to analyze and remediate applications in preparation for the new Statewide PALM system go-live. It is important we find a resource capable of analyzing these programs, documenting their specifications, and remediating the code and database assets.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years experience in Classic ASP, ASP.NET, Javascript UI libraries such as Angular and React, Backend databases such as SQL Server and Oracle, and on-premises and cloud based (Azure) platforms.
Experience developing applications in Classic ASP, ASP.NET, Angular or React, SQL Server and/or Oracle.
Familiarity with on-premises and cloud-based web applications.
Strong SQL skills and experience with the SQL Server and/or Oracle relational database management system.
Well versed in software development and agile best practices.
Analytical and critical thinking.
Understanding of how to implement solutions with multiple data sources and across a variety of technologies.
Ability to clearly convey information, in both written and verbal formats, to individuals or groups in a wide variety of settings (i.e., project team meetings, management presentations, etc.). Must have the ability to effectively listen and process information provided by others.
Works well with clients and customers (i.e., business office, public, or other agencies). Able to assess the needs of the customer, provide information or assistance to satisfy expectations or resolve a problem.
Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions.
Open to change, new processes (or process improvement), and new information. Has the ability to adapt in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Ability to receive and give constructive criticism and maintain effective work relationships with others.
Shows friendliness, courtesy, understanding, and politeness to others.
Motivates, encourages, and challenges others. Adapt leadership styles in a variety of situations.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and use sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternative actions, and make recommendations as accordingly.
Encourages, inspires, and guides others toward accomplishing the common goal.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of various development platforms and full stack development.
Knowledge of the SCRUM Framework and Agile methods
Knowledge of financial systems such as an ERP
Familiarity with data management concepts such as ETL, Data Warehousing, Operational Data Stores, Data Lakes, and Master Data Management

Responsibilities

Analyze current web applications and document the specifications.
Work with management to develop an overall remediation strategy for all impacted web-based applications and databases.
Analyze existing web applications and work with business users to determine how these applications can be improved based on current business needs and within the constraints of remediation activities.
Remediate web applications based on analysis to prepare them for FDOT use of PALM.
Work with database administrators from the Office of Information Technology to create database views and stored procedures that will facilitate the remediation of application databases.
Update web applications to incorporate chart of account and other changes mandated by Florida PALM.
Analyze financial data and make recommendations to improve the data model of financial systems.
Utilize Azure DevOps to manage work tasks, code assets, and deployments.
Attend regular scrum and team meetings. Participate in collaborative activities with team members and customers.
Work on maintenance activities for Application Services.
Perform knowledge transfer with technical staff of the office of the Comptroller and Application Services.