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Portland General Electric · 1 day ago

Application Developer

Portland, OR

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $167K/yr

5+ years exp

Portland General Electric (PGE) is committed to creating a sustainable and resilient energy future for Oregon through innovative technology solutions. The Application Developer role focuses on developing cloud-native applications and advanced IT solutions to enhance the reliability and efficiency of energy services for the community.

EnergyIndustrialRenewable EnergyElectrical Distribution

No H1B

Responsibilities

Strong experience with AWS services including API Gateway, Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, CloudFormation, EC2, RDS, and IAM

Proven ability to architect, develop, and optimize cloud-native applications on AWS

Experience implementing AWS security best practices, including IAM role management, encryption techniques, and secure application development

Proficiency in serverless architecture and microservices design in AWS environments

Experience in building and maintaining backend applications using Node.js or Python (strongly preferred)

Proficiency in developing responsive and scalable UIs using React.js (preferred), with expertise in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/TypeScript

Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs, API design patterns, and database management

Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with stakeholders and cross-functional teams

Experience translating complex technical concepts and solutions into business-friendly language

Skill in connecting technical issues and solutions to business impacts, outcomes, and value

Ability to create compelling narratives that tie technology initiatives to business priorities

Deep data analysis skills with experience in identifying patterns and extracting insights

Proven ability in root cause analysis of issues from both data and technology perspectives

Experience with data visualization tools and techniques to communicate findings effectively

Analytical mindset with the ability to work with ambiguity and propose strategic options

Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Git, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, or similar tools

Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration

Understanding of infrastructure as code principles using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation

Experience with AI-powered Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) such as GitHub Copilot, Visual Studio IntelliCode, or similar tools

Proficiency with AI-augmented Command Line Interfaces (CLIs) for improved productivity and code generation

Ability to effectively leverage AI coding assistants for code optimization, debugging, and documentation

Experience working with OSIsoft/Aveva PI or other historian platforms

Knowledge of common utility/OT protocols such as DNP3, Modbus, or ICCP

Previous experience in energy or utility sector

Exceptional oral and written communication skills at both team and organizational levels

Ability to work with ambiguity and propose strategic options for positive progress

Team player with demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional environments

Quick learner who adapts to new technologies and environments efficiently

Takes responsibility for outcomes and drives initiatives to completion

Strong understanding of end-user needs and business impact

Qualification

AWS Cloud ExpertiseFull Stack DevelopmentDevOps & CI/CDData AnalysisTechnical TranslationCloud ArchitectureApplication SupportIncident ManagementData VisualizationCross-Functional CollaborationLearning AgilityCommunication ExcellenceProblem SolvingTeam CollaborationOwnership MindsetCustomer Focus

Required

AWS Cloud Expertise (Essential)