Software Engineer 2

NV Energy; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MidAmerican Energy Company is seeking a Software Engineer II with CMS and web development experience to design, develop, test, document and implement website frontends and backends. The role requires Wordpress.org or similar CMS proficiency, containerization knowledge and modern content management practices.

The candidate should have a MIS/CS related degree (or equivalent) and at least two years in business software design and development, with strong SQL/Oracle experience and familiarity with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in MIS, CS or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Typically four years of related, progressive work experience if no degree.
• Minimum of two years in business software design, development, integration or installation.
• Experience implementing and maintaining a CMS such as Wordpress.org.
• Knowledge of client/server or web development environments.
• Experience with Oracle and Microsoft SQL databases.
• Experience with .NET and related programming languages.
• Familiarity with SharePoint and SQL reporting/BI tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and project-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, code, test, document and implement website frontends and backends.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure, highly available systems.
• Guide team members on projects and contribute as senior developer when needed.
• Integrate and maintain enterprise-class systems and data flows.
• Participate in design reviews, peer code walkthroughs and vendor reviews.
• Assist with deployment, monitoring and on-call rotations.

Skills

CMS experience

Web development

Containerization

Client/server/web development

SQL databases

.NET/C#

SharePoint/BI tools

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in MIS/CS or related field

Tools

Wordpress.org

Oracle

Microsoft SQL Server

Microsoft SharePoint

Job description

We are looking for a Software Engineer II with CMS and web development experience. You’ll participate in the design, programming, testing, documentation, and implementation of website frontend and backends. Knowledge of containerization concepts, Wordpress.org (or similar CMS platforms), and modern content management practices are critical to success in this role.

MidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. MidAmerican Energy Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. MidAmerican Energy Company has an exciting career opportunity available.

Bachelor's degree in management information systems (MIS), computer science or related technical field or equivalent work experience. (Typically four years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.)

A minimum of two years of experience in business software application design, development, integration and/or installation.

Knowledge of programming in client/server or web development environment.

Experience implementing and maintaining a Content Management System, such as Wordpress.org.

Experience in the industry, or in an environment whose scope, size and complexity are comparable.

Knowledge of open systems object design methodologies, architecture methodologies, security practices and integration techniques.

Knowledge of relational database technology, structured analysis concepts, and software design patterns.

Effective project management skills and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Business analysis aptitude including communications and interpersonal skills enabling an understanding of client's needs.

Knowledge of information technology terms, equipment, systems, functions and major vendors.

Experience integrating large disconnected enterprise-class systems in a robust, fault-tolerant manner consistent with industry standards.

Able to work in a zero-code-ownership environment where the team members can modify any source file at any time.

An understanding of deployment topologies (i.e. ensuring secure, highly available systems).

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Availability for periodic on-call responsibilities.

Experience integrating Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) solutions within an environment with strong change and release management processes and procedures.

Technical knowledge with hands-on experience in Oracle and Microsoft SQL database development.

Technical knowledge with hands-on experience in .NET and other current computing programming languages.

Technical knowledge with hands-on experience in Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft SQL Reporting Services and Oracle business intelligence / reporting.

Understanding of company’s existing IT environment and of applicable company policies, practices, and procedures.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship

At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.

Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants

Architects, designs, codes, tests, documents, implements and maintains more complex application programs and interfaces. May act as senior contributor or technical lead on small to mid-sized projects. (40%)

Provides technical support; problem determination and investigation; implementation of upgrades for developed applications. (20%)

Enhances existing systems; participates in client walkthroughs and technical design reviews. Aids in systems development planning and monitoring. Participates in design reviews and peer code walkthroughs. Provides client and application support. (10%)

Perform software development and ensure conformance to performance optimization and interoperability standards and requirements. Work in adherence to secure development lifecycle practices and policies. (10%)

Performs or assists in the research and fact-finding to develop or modify application programs. Includes working with vendors to review quality, adaptability and compatibility of their products. (5-10%)

Act as the subject matter expert, and consult with clients on company’s IT strategy and business requirements. (0-5%)

Collaborate with IT teams from applications and infrastructure to identify technology deficiencies and improvement opportunities in practices and procedures. (0-5%)

Stay current with industry standards techniques for software development, and apply them to development, testing, integration and reporting processes where appropriate. (0-5%)

Consults with application users in developing functional/technical specifications. (0-5%)

Consults with application users, evaluates user requests for new or modified computer applications and associated interfaces to determine feasibility, cost and time required, compatibility with current systems and computer capabilities. (0-5%)

May guide software engineer I in the completion of assigned projects. (0-5%)

Provides technical input to assist in development of project planning. (0-5%)

Performs any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. (0-5%)