Java Developer II/Sr-332 - Preston Hunter

• **NO CORP TO CORP**
• 1 Year Contract with Possible Extensions
• W2 Employee Only- NO CORP to CORP
• Must be a Texas resident
• It is expected that this individual will be onsite in Taylor, Texas based on business needs
• Starting range $68+/hr, DOE

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Applications Developer works with ERCOT business partners to develop and support complex business applications and tools for applications on the Settlements and Credit Application Services team. We are seeking a talented Java Developer to join a team of Java Application Developers. The position will likely involve developing all the layers of web application and the ideal candidate will be well versed in developing both front-end and back-end components of the application.

Job Summary

Designs, codes, tests, documents and maintains applications to meet ERCOT business needs based on the ERCOT defined Software Development Life Cycle. Works closely with customers, business area subject matter experts, team members and other internal technical teams to design, develop and maintain complex ERCOT applications in support of market needs and internal corporate requirements. Uses toolsets that adhere to the frameworks of the technical stack used across the Application Services division and ensures that products and solutions comply with the organization’s architectural standards.

• Works on moderately complex issues where analysis of situations requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
• Has the ability to resolve issues in creative and effective ways.
• Conducts all phases of product development life cycle, including the analysis, design, testing and integration of products.
• Participates in component and data architecture design, performance monitoring, product evaluation and buy vs. build recommendations.
• Supplies input and insight in development of product user manuals.
• Provides code statistics, development metrics (i.e. development cycle time), and assisting in the implementation and maintenance of a standardized development methodology.
• Conducts component and data architecture design, performance monitoring, and product evaluation.
• Researches, evaluates and incorporates new technology and tools to enhance the product development process.
• Develops and revises product user manuals.

Java Developer with these Preferred Functional/Technical Skills:

*** Java/J2EE ,Oracle SQL and PL/SQL and some exposure to XML and Velocity templates ***

• Proficiency in Java/J2EE - Preference is Java 17 or greater.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, Javascript, JQuery
• Proficiency with JSP / Spring or Struts2
• Proficiency with ORM / Hibernate
• Proficiency with RDBMS / SQL
• Oracle PL/SQL
• Strong understanding of OOPS principles and implementing solution using RDMS
• Hands on experience in developing Java application
• Ability to determine the best performance optimization for a given requirement
• Self-starter, motivated individual that enjoys working outside comfort zone
• Team-player with an ability to work collaboratively with other team members
• Strong problem solving and communication skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to identify patterns from problem definition
• Ability to work in an environment that requires quick turnaround when troubleshooting production issues
• Linux
• Git
• Maven
• Jenkins
• Jasper
• JUnit
• ParamQuery Grid (PQGrid)
• Jasper Reports
• Tomcat / JBoss Web Server
• Docker Containers

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Experience

• Requires minimum 5 years related work experience in excess of degree requirements