Software Engineer I

Job Description: Developer I (Entry Level Java Developer)

Location: Hybrid – Houston, TX

Contract: 12 months (with possible extension)

We are seeking a Java developer who will proactively contribute to a high-performing team that will be responsible for development and support of critical commercial business applications for US Gas Transmission and Midstream (GTM).

Responsibilities:

• Develop and support software solutions for GTM commercial business applications

• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, which include systems analysis, requirements gathering, designing, developing, testing, maintaining, and documenting

• Work closely with our business users and development team members to understand functional and data requirements for new or existing processes

• Collaborate with other developers and quality assurance analysts to coordinate feature development, clarify requirements, and resolve software bugs

• Identify opportunities for system improvements and contribute to resolving technical issues, with guidance from senior team members

• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of solutions

• Ensure client priorities are understood and addressed appropriately

Required Skills and Experience:

• University degree in computer science or related field

• 0–3 years web application development experience

• Familiarity or experience with developing applications with Java, Web services, CSS, XML/XSLT, HTML, JavaScript, Junit, and Oracle SQL

• Knowledge or experience with web application development and implementation of an N-tier architecture-based and end-to-end solution

• Understanding of object-oriented programming, software design patterns, n-tier architecture, Spring framework, data structures and algorithms, multithreading and synchronization, and performance tuning

• Basic experience with full software development life cycle including working with coding standards, source code management repository, and unit testing

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills

• Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Strong customer service focus in understanding and meeting the needs of our business partners

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Ability to quickly learn and understand new ideas and concepts

• Self-motivated and directed

• Keen attention to detail

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Exposure to additional programming languages and techniques such as JSON, ORM, C#, IIS, ASP.Net

• Experience or coursework with GIT, DevOps, CI/CD, automated testing, cloud computing, and IT operations

• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws, as well as industry-specific regulations such as NAESB, FERC, SOX, etc.

• Understanding of gas pipeline business

• Familiarity with Agile methodology