Texas Education Agency ยท 1 month ago
Lead Senior Developer (Programmer V)
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is dedicated to improving outcomes for all public-school students in Texas. The Lead Senior Developer will lead programming tasks to support and enhance applications, requiring expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and strong object-oriented development skills.
Education
Responsibilities
Develop database, software or reports components, ensuring they adhere to TEA and industry standards, best practices, and customer requirements
Perform testing to verify the product matches the requirements, including the creation of test data, test cases and automated unit test scripts
Prepare and maintain technical documentation as required (i.e. process flows, object/data models, environment/flow diagrams, etc.)
Deliver high quality software to perform according to specifications and requirements
Perform technical analysis on existing defects or proposed enhancements to increase efficiency and provide accurate estimates to implement the solution with the goal to increase efficiency or to adapt to new procedures
Identify root cause and solution for complex problems
Collaborate with the project team for sprint/release work to discuss architecture and design, perform code reviews, triage and resolve defects or issues in multiple environments and provide accurate status on work assignments or issues
Train self and team to increase technical and business knowledge of the system
Clarify requirements for other developers
Utilize leadership skills required to guide the team to design, create, and maintain software applications
Work with team to analyze issues to produce and implement solutions
Perform code reviews and provide feedback
Build consensus to make decisions and follow up
Enforce best practices and coding standards
Set example for work ethic
Conduct technical and non-technical meetings effectively
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university
At least seven (7) years of experience in Application Development
Two years' experience in a lead role
Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military
A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve
Knowledge of current software development best practices and technologies and how they can be applied to create high quality, high-performing applications
Skill in designing, coding and supporting medium to large applications using C#.NET, ASP.NET, and SQL Server
Ability to develop high quality form-style web and backend applications using the .NET framework and JavaScript
Ability to provide strong, senior level database and SQL technical expertise working in a team environment
Prior experience troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues
Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a cube environment with potential for significant auditory distractions; May be required to work remotely
Company
Texas Education Agency
The Texas Education Agency provides information and guidance to public schools, educators, parents, and administrators.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
Government Technology US
2025-10-28
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2025-10-23
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