Applications Developer II — Cloud & Linux Specialist

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi in Jackson, MS is seeking an Applications Developer II to design, test, and maintain software applications across agency systems. The role requires analyzing business needs and delivering reliable solutions within project timelines.

The position emphasizes Linux administration, collaboration with IT teams, and applying development standards. Candidates typically hold a bachelor’s degree with 1-2 years in applications development; Azure/SharePoint/PowerBI experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a relevant Bachelor’s Degree and 1-2 years of experience.
• Agency preferred qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree and 2-5+ years of IT experience with emphasis in applications development and support.
• Experience in Cloud-based technologies such as Azure, SharePoint, WordPress, Microsoft Dynamics, and PowerBI.

Responsibilities

• Perform Linux Application Administration for multiple websites.
• Manage some vendor relations for the applications development team.
• May serve as project lead or supervisor on some projects.
• Provide technical direction on some projects.
• Supervise, monitor, develop, configure, enhance, and maintain multiple application systems.
• Document requirements for new applications development and enhancements for existing applications.
• Collaborate with the Applications Development Team Lead to design, develop, enhance, and maintain custom and third-party applications in support of agency operation.
• Ensure all assigned applications development projects are completed according to agency standard and within established deadlines for maximum benefits to the agency according to formal project plans.
• Coordinate with Help Desk, Network, and Security staff to address any issues with applications and development.
• Works directly with end-users, stakeholders, and management to analyze business and technical requirements and ensure solutions align with agency objectives and operational needs.
• Develops, tests, debugs, documents, and implements software applications using established development standards, tools, and methodologies.
• Develop and deliver training material for non-IT staff as required.
• Take responsibility for technical education using products and services made available through the agency.

Skills

Linux

Project leadership

Technical analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Azure

SharePoint

WordPress

Microsoft Dynamics

PowerBI

Job description

State of Mississippi in Jackson, MS is seeking an Applications Developer II to design, test, and maintain software applications across agency systems. The role requires analyzing business needs and delivering reliable solutions within project timelines.

The position emphasizes Linux administration, collaboration with IT teams, and applying development standards. Candidates typically hold a bachelor’s degree with 1-2 years in applications development; Azure/SharePoint/PowerBI experience is a plus.