Texas Education Agency-posted about 1 month ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Remote • Austin, TX
1-10 employees
Administration of Human Resource Programs

The Lead Senior Developer will serve as the team lead and is responsible for executing advanced programming tasks that encompass the full spectrum of technical activities required to support, enhance, and develop applications within a large-scale project. This role demands deep expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365, hands-on experience with the Power Platform, and strong object-oriented development skills using technologies such as C#, .NET Core, Java, JavaScript, and SQL. The Team Lead plays a key role in improving application functionality, resolving production issues, and ensuring system reliability. All development efforts adhere to a structured Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), following an Agile-inspired methodology to implement code changes aligned with scheduled releases. Collaboration with multiple agency stakeholders is essential to maintain the accuracy and effectiveness of assigned components, which ultimately support the needs of Texas' 1,247 school districts. This position reports directly to the Development Manager within the Information Technology (IT) department and may occasionally require working outside standard business hours to support code deployments and provide application support. Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.

  • Application Development Best Practices: Develop database, software or reports components, ensuring they adhere to TEA and industry standards, best practices, and customer requirements. Perform testing to verify the product matches the requirements, including the creation of test data, test cases and automated unit test scripts. Prepare and maintain technical documentation as required (i.e. process flows, object/data models, environment/flow diagrams, etc.).
  • Technical Skill: Deliver high quality software to perform according to specifications and requirements. Perform technical analysis on existing defects or proposed enhancements to increase efficiency and provide accurate estimates to implement the solution with the goal to increase efficiency or to adapt to new procedures. Identify root cause and solution for complex problems. Ability to adapt to different languages, tools, and technologies.
  • Team Contribution: Collaborate with the project team for sprint/release work to discuss architecture and design, perform code reviews, triage and resolve defects or issues in multiple environments and provide accurate status on work assignments or issues. Train self and team to increase technical and business knowledge of the system. Clarify requirements for other developers.
  • Leadership: Utilize leadership skills required to guide the team to design, create, and maintain software applications. Work with team to analyze issues to produce and implement solutions. Perform code reviews and provide feedback. Build consensus to make decisions and follow up. Enforce best practices and coding standards. Set example for work ethic. Conduct technical and non-technical meetings effectively.
  • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university
  • At least seven (7) years of experience in Application Development. Two years' experience in a lead role.
  • Each additional year of related experience above the required minimum may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
  • Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military
  • A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve
  • Knowledge of current software development best practices and technologies and how they can be applied to create high quality, high-performing applications
  • Skill in designing, coding and supporting medium to large applications using C#.NET, ASP.NET, and SQL Server
  • Ability to develop high quality form-style web and backend applications using the .NET framework and JavaScript
  • Ability to provide strong, senior level database and SQL technical expertise working in a team environment
  • Prior experience troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues
  • Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a cube environment with potential for significant auditory distractions; May be required to work remotely
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