Java Developer( Associate or Intermediate)

Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)•Austin, TX

4d•$73,790 - $118,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Information Technology (IT) Division lays the foundation for TRS to deliver excellent service experiences across the organization and with our members. We serve with purpose through mentorship and collaboration across a broad variety of teams unified by innovation to create technology and information solutions that have a positive impact on our members’ lives. We invite you to join one of Austin’s Top Workplaces. TRS offers a best-in-class combination of technology and continuous learning opportunities to equip you to solve problems, expand your knowledge, and create impact for 1 in 20 Texans. The Java Developer Associate is responsible for assisting in computer programming and applications support. The incumbent will participate in small to large scale automation projects, assist in researching, compiling and analyzing data, and support related activities. This position will proactively work with all application development teams, IT staff, and agency employees. The Java Developer is responsible for complex computer programming and systems analysis work. The incumbent will plan, schedule, and lead small to large scale software application projects and support related activities. This position will proactively work with all application development teams, IT staff, and agency employees. This vacancy will be filled at one of two levels - Java Developer Associate or Java Developer. Selected applicant will be offered the position that most closely matches their education and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, computer engineering, information technology or a closely related field.
High school diploma or equivalent and additional full-time experience in computer programming or related experience may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
One (1) - Three (3) years of full-time directly related, progressively responsible experience in computer programming or a closely related field.
One (1) year of full-time directly related, progressively responsible experience developing web applications using Java, J2EE/EJB or a closely related field. (Only for Java Developer)
One (1) year of full-time directly related, progressively responsible experience leading major software application projects or a closely related field. (Only for Java Developer)
Experience may be concurrent.
A master's degree or doctoral degree in a closely related field may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of computer programming and systems analysis and design, and of all phases of software development and project management.
Knowledge of varying technological architectures and technology trends.
Knowledge of Agency computing standards and development methodologies.
Skills in analyzing problems and devising innovative and effective solutions, including collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and business processes, and drawing logical conclusions.
Skills in writing basic/complex computer programs.
Skills in developing automated solutions for manual processes.
Skills in providing effective customer service.
Skills in communicating complex technical information to people of all levels of technical knowledge.
Skills in project planning and management; planning, organizing, and coordinating work to meet frequent and/or multiple deadlines; and handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Skills in managing conflicting priorities and demands.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, agency staff, and external contacts.
Ability to work effectively in a professional, matrix team environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in software development through an internship, boot camp, or formal work environment.
Experience developing applications using Java J2EE/EJB and/or Angular.
Experience using Microsoft SQL Server including experience with SSRS, SSIS and/or writing SQL queries and stored procedures.
Experience using AI-assisted development tools responsibly (e.g., code generation, testing support, analysis) with an understanding of model limitations, data privacy, and ethical use.
Experience working with business intelligence, e-signature, and/or UX/UI development.
Experience working in or knowledge of Agile software development.
Experience with requirements gathering and refinement, creating specifications, developing code to address requirements, conducting unit testing, responding to quality assurance findings, and maintaining those applications once they have been deployed.
Experience managing projects and developing applications utilizing a well-defined systems development lifecycle methodology (SDLC).
Experience building REST and SOAP based web services.

Responsibilities

Codes, tests, and debugs programs written in a variety of software languages with primary focus on Java.
Writes basic unit tests based on provided examples.
Builds simple to routine SQL statements and stored procedures.
Generates reports using report creation tools.
Attends and participates in code reviews.
Documents existing processes for TRS Staff to utilize as reference.
Performs research, analysis, or development tasks as assigned.
May assist in researching, compiling, and analyzing data; entering data into databases and other automated applications; and preparing simple queries and reports.
May review forms, correspondence, reports, and other documents for completeness and acceptability.
May assist in reviewing and analyzing agency policies, procedures, and forms and recommending changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Assists in completing special projects and performs other work as assigned.
Performs related work as assigned.
Leads small to large scale software application projects with significant impact on the long-range effectiveness of TRS's ability to serve its membership, including developing and implementing project plans and coordinating the work of staff assigned to the project.
Performs high-level analysis of end user business processes and automation needs. Develops new applications and programs or enhancements to existing applications and programs to better meet those needs.
Documents programming logic and actions, and drafts user procedures.
Participates in or leads code reviews and demonstrations of programs and applications.
Responds to requests for assistance routed by Helpdesk staff, and troubleshoots and resolves application-related problems for agency staff as needed.
Develops and documents technology standards for the agency.
Provides training and technical assistance to IT staff.