Software Applications Developer III

Glimpse of the Job and Your Opportunity to Contribute   

Technology Services is on the hunt for a passionate and innovative Software Developer III to play a key role in supporting the university’s Public Policy Research Institute (PPRI), working on the Texas Indigent Defense Commission (TIDC) and Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) projects. This is your chance to contribute to public service through support of these initiatives. TIDC funds, oversees, and improves public defense throughout the State of Texas, while MVCPA has fostered a statewide cooperative network of law enforcement groups, prosecutors, insurance industry representatives, local tax assessor-collectors, and concerned citizens to combat vehicle theft and burglary through enforcement, prevention, public information, and education initiatives. As a Software Applications Developer III, you will collaborate with end users throughout the entire development process, spanning from conceptualization and application deployment to ongoing maintenance and support. You will be working on the TIDC web application and MVCPA projects, involving external customer communication, managing expectations, and meeting hard deadlines. The development environment is dynamic. You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of programming languages, including PHP and Laravel, ASP.NET, and even a little classic ASP. Come make a difference with us! 

• Design, implement, test, and maintain our web-based applications  

• Provide technical assistance to our customers   

• Document systems procedures and guidelines   

• Actively participate in quality assurance   

• Participate in collaborative team software design  

• Meet with customers and technical staff to determine their needs and requirements  

• Engage in IT trainings and professional development activities   

We're searching for candidates with a passion for technology and a strong foundation with PHP and Laravel, ASP.NET, CSS, and JavaScript. We're eager to mentor talent and help you thrive in your new role. If you are eager to learn, grow, and make a significant contribution to our team, we want to hear from you!  

Salary - $73,000

This opportunity is an onsite position here in College Station, Texas.  

Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience AND 5 years of software development experience   

• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment    

• Strong interpersonal skills 

• Excellent customer services skills  

A well-qualified candidate should possess one or more of the following: 

• Advanced skills in PHP/Laravel, Bootstrap, and JavaScript 

• Advanced skills in database design and administration, particularly with Microsoft SQL Server 

• Advanced client relations skills 

• Quality Assurance experience 

• Excellent written communications, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills 

• Five years of related experience developing website applications, administering databases and transferring data 

• Experience with version control systems 

• Responsive web development best practices 

• Knowledge of project management, mentoring, negotiation skills, basic vendor relations, proposal writing, business acumen, persuasive communication, and team leadership skills 

• Knowledge of ASP.NET for purposes of conversion 

• Ability to problem solve and recommend alternative methods  

• Ability to communicate technical details to a lay audience and ability to develop locally 

What to do       

Apply now!  A cover letter and resume will assist in the review of your application materials.  You can upload them during the application process at CV/Resume.         

Why Texas A&M University?      

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.      

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums  

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays   

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month  

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas   

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time  

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more   

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee  

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