Job Title : Applications Developer
Job Description
We are seeking a self-motivated Application Developer who thrives in complex business and technical environments with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership and apply deep expertise to define scope, design, develop, and test application software solutions. This role requires strong collaboration skills, excellent organization, and the ability to communicate effectively with both local and remote teams.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical direction for the development, integration, and testing of complex software systems, including requirements analysis and functional reviews.
- Translate client requirements into new application features and define test plans to ensure system reliability.
- Collaborate with development teams and IT staff to establish system, interface, and architecture standards.
- Evaluate emerging technologies to support solution design aligned with architectural direction.
- Coordinate development activities to ensure integration with other IT systems and environments.
- Align application development with business goals, IT standards, departmental strategy, SLAs, and budget considerations.
- Manage defect resolution processes and system performance issues.
- Ensure compliance with corporate data security policies, including NERC and SOX standards.
- Provide 24x7 system support, including availability outside traditional business hours as needed.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field with 6+ years of application programming experience.Master’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of application programming experience.9+ years of application programming experience.Advanced knowledge of Oracle databases, PL / SQL, SQL.Minimum 5 years of experience with relational databases.Minimum 3 years of experience in application / system integration.Deep understanding of software development best practices, application security, and configuration / code deployment.Additional Skills & Qualifications
Strong leadership skills with experience leading large project teams and promoting collaboration.Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels.Ability to analyze complex system / application issues and propose effective solutions.Expertise in application and data security, issue resolution, root cause analysis, and documentation.Strategic contributor to team, department, and division planning.Experience developing business continuity plans and evaluating recovery processes.Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships across technical and business teams.Working knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, CSS, XML, JSON, AJAX, jQuery, and related tools and best practices.Experience with reporting platforms such as Splunk, Google Analytics, Power BI.Familiarity with Agile methodology and ITIL tools like Jira, ServiceNow.Experience in the utility sector and knowledge of utility services is a plus.Work Environment
The work environment involves collaborating with both local and remote teams. The role requires providing 24x7 system support and may require availability outside traditional business hours. The position demands proficiency in using technologies such as Oracle databases, PL / SQL, SQL, and familiarity with LAN / WAN features and functionality.
Job Type & Location
This is a fully remote contract position.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $83.33 - $100.00 / hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following :
Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Topeka,KS.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.