Job Opportunity: Developer II

Developer II

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Job Summary
Under general direction, the Developer II develops complex and specialized software, leads projects, and participates in complex projects. The Developer II is responsible for the technical support of Enterprise and Administrative systems, including application and web implementation, enhancement, maintenance, business process automation, and reporting.


Minimum Qualifications
Associate's Degree and four (4) or more years of significant professional work practice
practice leading projects with multiple people and working on multiple projects simultaneously.
significant combinations of education, training and practice may be considered.


Preferred Qualifications


Minimum Knowledge, expertise, and Abilities
• Well versed in multiple programming languages and proficient in the art of structuring and developing software code
• capability to move payroll and HR data to and from disparate systems
• Well versed with version control systems
• Advanced debugging capability
• Good interpersonal expertise
• In-depth technical knowledge of relational databases (such as Oracle) and database concepts, web-located programming technologies and common development tools and techniques
• capability to work effectively under pressure and meet goals and deadlines
• capability to lgain quickly, analyze complex issues, and provide advanced troubleshooting
• capability to diagnose software problems
• capability to communicate and cooperate effectively with colleagues and users in a diverse environment
• capability to work both independently and as a team member


Preferred Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities
• Knowledge and knowledge of payroll and/or human resources processes and procedures


Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
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Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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