What are the responsibilities and job description for the Application Support Developer I position at New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center?
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Under the supervision of the Application Support Developer II, provide support for a variety of web development tasks.
- Collaborate with the Level 2 Web Developer to develop new web features and functionalities
- Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, Node.JS, PHP, or Python, based on project requirements.
- Assist in the deployment and maintenance of web applications on Linux servers.
- Participate in code reviews and testing procedures..
- Stay current with the latest trends and technologies in web development.
Collaboratively work with external vendors and end users to ensure operating efficiency and minimize disruption.
- Coordinate installation of new software releases, fixes, and upgrades to software.
- Ensure maintenance of applications in a manner that supports delivery of services to users.
- Ensure continuity and quality by owning the resolution of issues across platforms, tracking progress, and escalating as appropriate until
- Record new features or changes to configurations/workflows as directed.
Support the day-to-day administration and assistance for MCCNO software environments.
- Respond to software/application issues for end users, helping to identify and escalate problems as needed.
- Assist with support calls and coordinated problem calls with other helpdesk personnel when necessary.
Other Qualifications
- Demonstrated understanding of data definitions and mapping rules used to develop reports.
- Experience with Crystal and JET's reporting preferred.
- Working knowledge of Linux OS and LAMP servers (Apache, MySQL, PHP/Python)
- Proficiency in HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript
- Experience with at least one server-side scripting language (PHP, Python, or Node.js)
- Familiarity with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MariaDB, MySQL, MSSQL)
- Understanding of data formats like JSON and XML
- Basic knowledge of Postman and MS SQL
Other Skills and Abilities
- Ability to independently analyze data issues and software bugs and resolve and document solutions.
- Ability to troubleshoot common software issues and perform routine maintenance tasks under supervision.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of people in high-pressure situations with the goal of having the client become or continue as a repeat customer.
- Ability to work closely with Department Heads to encourage the productive use of information technology capabilities.
- Possess excellent written, verbal, and communication skills.
- Prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, perform under minimal supervision, and work extended/irregular hours as necessary, including nights, weekends, and/or holidays.