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Southwest Power Pool · 4 weeks ago

Programmer Developer II, Senior, or Lead (Remote Eligible)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$110K/yr - $142K/yr

3+ years exp

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is committed to ensuring reliable and affordable electricity delivery. They are seeking a Programmer Developer to support mission-critical applications for the System Operations team, focusing on optimizing performance and collaborating on technical solutions.

EnergyEnergy Efficiency

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Supporting and maintaining the mission-critical applications that are essential for SPP’s System Operations team in overseeing the bulk electric grid and wholesale power markets within SPP's extensive footprint

Optimizing the performance and efficiency of various applications and processes

Ensuring that they continue to meet the needs of our operational teams

Collaborate with a wide range of subject matter experts from across the IT department to develop and implement technical solutions to any challenges that may arise

Providing support for the real-time Market Operating System

Ensuring that it operates seamlessly and efficiently

Active participant in a 24/7 on-call rotation

Troubleshooting and resolving any issues that may arise

Leveraging programming and development skills to contribute to the overall success of the IT Markets team

Driving innovative solutions

Optimizing system performance

Contributing to the reliable operation of SPP’s essential systems

Qualification

Microsoft WindowsUNIXLinuxModern programming languagesSDLC knowledgeDatabase management systemsTroubleshooting skillsAnalytical skillsProblem solving skillsCustomer service skillsWritten communicationOral communicationOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or an Information Technology-related field or equivalent job-related experience

Lead Level (Remote Eligible): Eight (8) years of applicable Information Technology development and support experience; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Senior Level (Remote Eligible): Six (6) years of applicable Information Technology development and support experience; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Level II: Three (3) years of Information Technology Development/Support experience

Expert working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, UNIX or Linux operating systems, application development and support, and database management systems

Expert in one or more modern programming languages

Expert troubleshooting, problem solving, and analytical skills

Expert written and oral communication skills

Expert working knowledge of SDLC and project life cycle methods and practices

Excellent customer service and organizational skills

Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures

Preferred

Five (5) or more years applicable utility industry experience

Comprehensive understanding of SPP's core business model

Benefits

Competitive pay with bonus opportunities

Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance

Relocation assistance

Flexible working environment for positions that are eligible where employees have the flexibility to work from home and come in where collaborative in person work is needed.

Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a defined benefit plan fully funded by SPP