Senior Enterprise Application Developer (ADMS/SCADA)

Alliant Energy • Madison, WI

3d • $84,000 - $116,000

About The Position

Alliant Energy is experiencing significant growth driven by ongoing grid modernization and increased demand for resilient, technology‑enabled energy systems. To support this momentum, we are seeking a Sr. Enterprise Application Developer (ADMS/SCADA) to enhance and maintain mission‑critical applications that support real‑time grid operations. This role is responsible for analyzing, designing, coding, testing, implementing, and sustaining core platforms such as Distribution SCADA, Outage Management, Distribution Management, and DERMS across multiple technology environments. Ideal candidates bring strong experience in SQL, C#, Java, Python, .NET, Linux/Unix, and automation testing , along with the ability to support complex integrations and high‑availability operational technologies. This position offers the opportunity to apply advanced technical expertise to systems that directly reinforce operational reliability and customer service excellence as Alliant continues to expand and innovate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Emphasis in information technology or related area Preferred Required
• 5 years of related experience
• Demonstrated solid knowledge of concepts of information technology.
• Demonstrated advanced ability to implement standard analysis, programming, and testing techniques.
• Ability to determine the use of appropriate current information processing technology, apply logical reasoning to complex situations, and analyze problems of a complex nature and derive workable solutions.
• Solid knowledge, skill and ability to design, develop, implement, and maintain business applications.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
• Familiar with client/server and browser based networks and application performance issues with regards to network architecture and application design.
• Ability to lead and direct information technology project activities.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Agile Methodology
• API Integration
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cloud Architectures
• Cloud Computing
• DevSecOps
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Software Testing
• Stakeholder Management
• System Migrations
• Systems Integration
• Vendor Management

Responsibilities

• Builds and maintains applications using Agile principles and processes.
• Relying on general direction from a manager, ensures systems are operating as designed, evaluates system processes and procedures, assesses requests for changes to applications, develops recommendations to solve problems and issues related to business system operations, and makes decisions involving detailed knowledge of operational issues.
• Typically works on complex, new, and less-defined application projects to assess and refine user stories, formulate and communicate solutions, develop test plans, conduct testing, and implement systems and system improvements.
• Communicate customer requirements into user stories using Agile tools.
• Communicates methods for leveraging technology to improve business processes.
• Regularly provides guidance to less experienced analysts.
• Negotiates the statement of work and assists in developing technology road maps.
• Develops and evaluates the effectiveness of system controls, e.g., reports and queries, modifying the controls and procedures as appropriate.
• Handles complex inquiries regarding the technical aspects of applications by aiding and coordinating work with IT staff and other business units.
• Designs and implements solutions to provide functional and end-user support including end-user assistance, system maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Documents procedures and maintains corporate compliance with mandated regulations by leading and in some cases owning the development, review, and update of appropriate policies, procedures, and standards, e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) compliance.
• Supports on-call activity for system support needs.
• Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

Benefits

• Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs.
• Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
• This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level