About this role
Application Developer II
Job Summary
The Developer II, Application for Field Technology (Mobile) position within Gas Technology Delivery will work with limited supervision to design and develop custom applications to support the Mobile, EnRoute, and Rolling Office Technology portfolio that supports our Field Resources and is utilized by Southern Company Gas as well as the build and support of Southern Company Gas COTS applications. This includes the current portions of the CLICK system and all related applications as well as the EnRoute application suite and related components in field vehicles. It is expected that this resource is a subject matter expert with deep technical knowledge within the Field Technology area. This role will complete projects which will include standard development using a variety of languages, web-based technologies, cognitive services, integration technologies, and native mobile applications.
This role reports to the Supv, IT (Mobile, Rolling Office).
Development II, Application – Essential Duties Include
- Develop solutions that leverage (when COTS system) rather than customization.
- Create and modify Technical Design documents.
- Collaborate with others to plan for coding and overall program development.
- Translate specifications to create code that meets performance expectations/coding requirements.
- Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance based on specifications, with supervision.
- Troubleshoot, debug, maintain and improve existing software.
- Plan and participate in system testing as required.
- Develop technology solutions/doc for complex problems using deep technical expertise and creativity.
- Plan and participate in deployment activities to implement designed solutions.
- Maintain and follow production support processes focused on identification and mitigation of root cause.
- Flex to meet customer demands (production support and project work).
- Prioritize work and deliver on project commitments.
- Provide on-call support both solving issues independently as well as assisting other personnel
- Support and mentor less experienced personnel.
- Considerable interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively is essential.
- Ensure strategies are aligned with Technology Organization goals and strategies.
Skills/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in MIS, Computer Science or a related field
- A deep, comprehensive knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle and development principles
- Interest in and passion for learning and working in a fast-paced environment
- Hands-on experience in developing and maintaining enterprise-level applications using Microsoft technologies like .NET, C#, and SQL
- Experience with frontend development platforms like Angular and React
- Experience with Azure and/or AWS cloud platforms.
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and CI/CD pipelines
- Ability to handle multiple assignments and conflicting priorities
- Ability to work with business partners and peers of varying levels of technical proficiency
- Experience with all size projects, enhancement projects and production support
- Experience with various sized projects, enhancement projects and production support
- Ability to identify root cause for routine problems while working with other technical staff
- Deep experience creating Technical Design Documents and Specifications
- Deep experience with software development projects.
- Ability to develop unit testing of code components or complete applications.
- Experience in system development practices, methodology and tools
- Experience with Agile delivery; Kanban; Scrum
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to provide on-call support both solving issues independently as well as assisting other, less experienced on-call personnel
- Advanced understanding of various technical principles, theories and concepts
- Broad understanding of a wide range of technical areas
- Excellent communication skills -ability to translate complex or technical ideas into non-technical language
- Experience with ITIL processes and various programming languages.
About Southern Company
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
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Other facts
About Southern Company
Together with our subsidiaries, we deliver clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy to our 9 million customers. Our focus is doing so with service excellence.
That means we are leaders who take action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. We create community value through energy, social, economic, and environmental progress.
We do this through electric operating companies in three states and natural gas distribution companies in four. Our family of companies draw on diverse energy sources to create the best mix for our service areas, including electricity, natural gas, solar power, carbon-free nuclear, and other sustainable sources.
We leverage our leading distributed energy infrastructure company and other innovative technology to better serve every customer. Our competitive, national generation company serves wholesale customers, and our family includes a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services.
What you'll do
- The Developer II, Application will design and develop custom applications for the Mobile, EnRoute, and Rolling Office Technology portfolio. This role includes troubleshooting, debugging, and maintaining existing software while collaborating with others on program development.
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