Software Applications Developer IV

Texas A&M University; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University in College Station seeks a Software Applications Developer IV to provide technical leadership and manage enterprise-wide software development projects. You will mentor staff, guide data architecture, and evaluate software products while coordinating with executives and stakeholders.

The role is onsite in College Station, TX and requires eight years of development experience with strong Java, C#, Angular/HTML/JavaScript, LabVIEW, and Oracle knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Eight years of software applications developer experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in one or more programming languages and development environments.

Responsibilities

• Code development, data architecture, evaluation and recommendation.
• Oversees enterprise-wide application standards and design.
• Acts as lead technical liaison to clients, vendors and executive management.
• Mentors, trains and develops junior technical staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Java

C#

Angular/HTML/JavaScript

LabVIEW

GUI development

Version control

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Job TitleSoftware Applications Developer IVAgencyTexas A&M UniversityDepartmentTechnology Services - Strategic Alliances & PartnersProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationCollege Station, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionA Glimpse of the job:The Software Application Developer IV provides technical leadership and oversees the deployment and delivery of enterprise-wide software development projects or services. Participates in mentoring, training, and developing other employees.Essential Duties/Tasks:Code Development, Data Architecture, Evaluation, and RecommendationProvides technical guidance for data architecture design.Oversees the process for the evaluation of software products and programming languages.Makes technical recommendations to executive leadership.Authors new or revised applications according to well-defined user specifications.Revises code based on bug lists generated by users and/or the testing process.Troubleshoots custom application and data handling problems.Lead Technical LiaisonServes as the enterprise’s lead technical liaison to clients, vendors, and executive management.Develops specifications based on input from stakeholders.Standards and Oversight of Enterprise-wide ApplicationsProvides technical oversight for the design of and establishes design standards for enterprise-wide applications.Establishes system and programming standards for enterprise-level applications.Provides technical oversight for the coding of enterprise-wide applications.Establishes standards and processes used to review and analyze software documentation and production results to facilitate problem resolution of enterprise-wide applications.Establishes testing standards and procedures. Provides technical oversight for the testing of enterprise-wide applications.Mentors, trains and develops junior technical staff.Other DutiesPerforms other duties as assigned.What you need to knowSalary Range: $90,000 - $93,000* annuallySpecial Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.Other Factors: This role is onsite in College Station, TXRequired Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experienceEight years of software applications developer experience.*Compensation is based on the analyses of the above qualifications during the recruitment process.Required Licenses and CertificationsObtain and hold a passport and appropriate travel visas on a continuing basis.Preferred QualificationsTen years related work experience including at least three years of experience working on a research vessel.Demonstrated proficiency in one or more programing languages and developing environments used in the analytical services: Java, C#, Angular/HTML/JavaScript, LabVIEW.Experience with Oracle or other relational databases; analyzing, designing and developing applications for multi-tiered or web-based architectures.Development of graphical user interfaces (GUI).Use of tools for code versioning, debugging/profiling, test automation and/or integrated development.Experience with scientific ocean drilling.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to multitask and work cooperatively with others.Machines or equipment used in the performance of essential dutiesComputer: 25 hrs.Research support equipment, tools, and instrumentation: 2 hrsPhysical RequirementsWhile at sea, the position requires physical tolerance to maintaining balance on a moving ship;Working under confined condition in a 24/7 work place with 12-h shifts;Exposure to low-mid level noise and vibration, potential allergens and occasional odors;Fine motor skills as well as strenuous physical activity including moving, lifting and carrying objects of medium to heavy weight using proper lifting techniques; reaching and bending, commonly in extreme environments.Other Requirements and FactorsThis position is required to sail, which will require passing a routine medical exam (typically every two years).This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding, which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore, this position is contingent upon continuation of funding from these grants and/or contracts, as well as satisfactory job performance.This position is required to be on call, work weekends and holidays, and times outside regular business hours as warranted by business necessity.This position is security sensitive.This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.