Senior Java Developer

The following describes the work that will be done by Programmer III

1. Oversee the coding, testing, and debugging of programs as outlined by a system’s technical and functional requirements and oversee the preparation of test data.
2. Oversee the development of and/or prepare flowcharts and diagrams.
3. Oversee the preparation of and/or prepare instructions for use during production runs and coordinate the preparation and development of instructions or manuals for end users.
4. Lead and coordinate the research and the analysis required for project proposal, software and systems modifications, and new projects.
5. Analyze proposed computer applications in terms of equipment requirements and capabilities; evaluate database schemas, write and run SQL code, and deploy packages/triggers; review and revise programs to increase operating efficiency or to adapt new procedures.
6. Analyze logs, system messages, thread connectivity, memory utilization, disk input/output, and disk space in order to troubleshoot application issues.
7. Confer with staff members to schedule work and coordinate programming projects.
8. Prepare detailed analyses, plans, diagrams, and verification procedures for existing and proposed computer applications.
9. Develop standards and procedures for programming staff, and related interfaces and reports.
10. Develop and implement specialized programs to supplement and enhance systems software.
11. Recommend, coordinate, and implement changes to improve application and overall system performance.
12. Create and maintain backup and restore processes to ensure business continuity.
13. Coordinate, assign, and track the work of others.
14. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Years	Required/Preferred	Experience
15	Required	JAVA experience
10	Required	SQL database experience
8	Required	Sustaining and development experience in support of large applications in a team environment
5	Required	Linux
8	Preferred	Atlassian tool suite, especially JIRA
8	Preferred	Agile methodology
2	Preferred	Experience with State of Texas applications; experience with Texas Department of Public Safety environment
2	Preferred	Experience transitioning applications from legacy mainframe environments to Java/SQL environment