• 9 Month Contract
• W2 Employee Only- NO CORP to CORP
• Can work 100% remote
• Starting range $72 /hr, DOE

JOB DESCRIPTION
ERCOT is seeking an experienced Application Architect/Developer with experience with web and cloud native development to join a current project designing and developing a Java based Content Management System. Architects, Designs, develops, tests, documents, and maintains applications to meet business needs based on the ERCOT defined Software Development Life Cycle. Works closely with Architects, Customers, Business Area subject matter experts, team members and other internal technical teams to design, prototype, develop and maintain complex ERCOT applications. Performs proof of concepts to evaluate and prove out Architecture options. Uses toolsets that adhere to the frameworks of the technical stack complying with the organization's architectural standards.
JOB DUTIES

• Develop front-end website architecture
• Develop back-end architecture and application changes
• Develops prototypes to prove out Architectural changes
• Work with the Architecture, Development and Business teams to investigate impacts on upcoming projects and enhance the existing CMS system
• Understands and applies principles, theories and concepts related to the profession and ERCOT's culture.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Impact is generally limited to specific assignments or projects.
• May respond to inquiries and provide assistance and guidance to other team members

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES

• Focusses on forward looking changes to the application to simplify the Architecture and allow for easier maintenance
• Serves in the role of a senior developer providing guidance to development teams
• May schedule work, train, mentor, and/or coach other team members
• Conveys team goals effectively through strong written and verbal communication skills
• Has the ability to resolve design and development issues in creative and effective ways
• Conducts all phases of product development lifecycle, 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
• 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
• Gives advice and recommendations to management for the Architecture options and transition plans
• Advises and guides several key groups in the company to ensure quality product delivery (example, project managers, application and technical architects, usability engineers, other development groups, business end users, and external users as appropriate)
• Expands technical proficiency in key technical areas

EXPERIENCE

• Requires minimum 10 years related work experience in excess of degree requirements

DESIRED SKILLS

• Programming experience with Java, SQL
• Design and Development experience with Spring, Camel, and Junit frameworks
• Design and Development experience with REST API's and SOAP Web Services
• Design and Development experience with Elastic Search
• Experience with modern deployment patterns using Git, Maven, Jenkins, Ansible
• Cloud native development in private cloud (Docker, Kubernetes) or public clouds (AWS, Azure)
• Development and Design Experience with Relational Databases (Oracle, SQL Server)
• Source control systems (GIT)
• Web front-end technologies (JavaScript, CSS, HTML, React, Angular, etc.)
• Visualization (PowerBI, High Charts)

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree: Computer Science or related field (Required)
• or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required

Work Location:

• This position can be performed remotely from anywhere in the US.
• May be required to be on-site at the Taylor facilities occasionally based on the business needs and as determined by the Manager

*Work arrangements are subject to business needs and are subject to change accordingly.
The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties expected to be performed, and management may, at its discretion, revise or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT. Both ERCOT and the employee may exercise their employment-at-will rights at any time.
Preston-Hunter, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Preston-Hunter, Inc. is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Preston-Hunter, Inc. are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, qualified disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. Preston-Hunter, Inc. will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. In the event you feel you have been harassed or discriminated against, immediately report the issue to Preston-Hunter, Inc. Human Resources. Preston-Hunter, Inc. encourages applicants of all ages, except for minors as federal law prohibits.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document, I-9 Form, upon hire. Preston-Hunter, Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Preston-Hunter, Inc. is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before Preston-Hunter, Inc. can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Preston-Hunter, Inc. can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
At this time, Preston-Hunter, Inc. does not sponsor work Visa's, and all candidates must be eligible to be a W-2 employee working through Preston-Hunter, Inc. All offers of employment, if any, are conditioned on the provision of satisfactory proof of the individual's right to work in the United States, as required by law
Posted On: Friday, January 6, 2023
Compensation: $72 /hr, DOE