Senior Engineer - Innovation & Development

Houston Independent School District-posted 3 months ago
$92,540 - $152,691/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Houston, TX
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The Senior Engineer – Innovation & Development serves as a technical leader and innovator, driving the creation of tailored software solutions that address the unique challenges and opportunities of our business partners. As a key contributor to the development process, this role partners with Business Analysts and QA Testers to deliver high-quality applications. The Senior Engineer will specialize in developing custom solutions using modern Microsoft technologies, with a primary focus on React for web applications, the Power Platform (PowerApps, PowerBI) for rapid application development and data visualization, and Microsoft Copilot for building intelligent departmental chatbots. This position collaborates closely with various departments to understand their needs, architect robust applications, and translate complex business requirements into well-designed and effective technical solutions that enhance efficiency and drive business value.

  • Provides guidance and mentorship to other developers on coding best practices, software architecture, and development methodologies.
  • Leads design reviews and ensures the technical quality of the team's output.
  • Works directly with the Business Analyst to analyze requirements.
  • Designs and architects end-to-end custom software solutions that are secure, scalable, and maintainable.
  • Engages in hands-on coding to develop and enhance applications, including front-end interfaces using React, back-end services with .NET/C#, and database structures in SQL Server.
  • Collaborates with Business Analysts and Quality Assurance Testers to translate operational needs into functional solutions that meet business objectives and technical standards.
  • Creates and maintains comprehensive technical documentation for all custom-developed solutions.
  • Provides ongoing support to end-users to ensure successful adoption.
  • Stays current with emerging technologies and industry trends, particularly in Microsoft ecosystem and AI tools.
  • Proactively identifies opportunities to improve existing applications and processes through technology innovation.
  • Leads technical support and configuration management for custom-developed solutions across the District.
  • Troubleshoots complex technical issues using systematic problem-solving approaches and coordinates vendor escalations when specialized expertise is required.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned to support departmental goals and organizational objectives.
  • Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or business technology required.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in full-stack software development, with a proven track record of delivering custom applications.
  • Demonstrable experience leading development projects or mentoring junior engineers.
  • Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and the Microsoft technology stack (e.g., C#, .NET).
  • Expert-level experience with the React framework for front-end development.
  • Strong experience with back-end development, API design, and integration within the Microsoft ecosystem.
  • Strong working knowledge of the Power Platform, specifically PowerApps and PowerBI.
  • In-depth knowledge of relational databases such as SQL Server.
  • Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps).
  • Demonstrated experience or a strong interest in building solutions with AI tools like Microsoft Copilot.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Equal opportunity employer.
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