Lead Programmer - Networks

$92,100 - $115,200/Yr

Avangrid - Augusta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Augusta, GA

Utilities

About the position

The Lead Programmer - Networks at Avangrid is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and continual development of Operation Technologies Outage Management systems (OMS). This role involves working with a core OMS system integrated with Siemens Spectrum EMS/SCADA, as well as developing web-based systems that enhance outage management capabilities and provide situational awareness for users. The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure effective application usage and support during critical events such as storms.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to OMS users, both inside and outside of the Energy Control Center, especially during storms.
• Design, develop, and implement applications and interfaces integrated with a relational database.
• Collaborate with staff, contractors, and business area management to integrate new versions of programs.
• Utilize relational database skills including writing and tuning queries, and data manipulation/cleansing.
• Create, update, and disseminate application usage policies.
• Coordinate training activities for application users and trainers in the business areas.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Technology or a related field; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• At least 5-6 years of related experience in a technical environment.
• Experience with Information/Operations Technology design and implementation.
• Experience with Java programming preferred.
• Experience with web application development tools like Tomcat, Apache, JavaScript, Spring.
• Experience with mainstream IT Technologies, such as products from Sun (Oracle and Solaris), IBM.
• Knowledge of electrical theory preferred.
• Working knowledge of computer applications and communications equipment.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and policies.
• Experience with Real Time systems such as Electric and Gas SCADA and infrastructure subject to regulation a plus.
• Experience with network, server, and desktop hardware and software technologies.
• Experience with Microsoft, Cisco technologies and products, and Open Source products (Linux).
• Experience with Oracle preferred.
• Understanding or ability to learn relevant Compliance Regulations and Policies (NERC-CIP, Etc.).

Nice-to-haves

• Strong analytical and complex problem-solving skills.
• Proactive mindset to work as an application developer and lead discussions with managers and senior technicians.
• Good working knowledge of programming languages.
• Experience in design and development of web-based applications.
• Experience in design and development of client-server applications.
• Familiarity with software repository programs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $92,100 - $115,200.
• On-site work schedule.