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JOB DESCRIPTION

Basic Purpose

Working with significant independence and under general direction, the senior software engineer participates in the design, programming, testing, documentation and implementation of complex computer applications and systems. Evaluates software packages, provides recommendations to management and business clients, and identifies best technology solutions. Identifies future needs for key technologies and techniques and develops plans for adoption.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Architects, designs, codes, tests, documents, implements and maintains more complex application programs and interfaces. May act as senior contributor or technical lead on small to mid-sized projects.

Provides technical support; problem determination and investigation; implementation of upgrades for developed applications.

Enhances existing systems; participates in client walkthroughs and technical design reviews. Aids in systems development planning and monitoring. Participates in design reviews and peer code walkthroughs. Provides client and application support.

Perform software development and ensure conformance to performance optimization and interoperability standards and requirements. Work in adherence to secure development lifecycle practices and policies.

Performs or assists in the research and fact-finding to develop or modify application programs. Includes working with vendors to review quality, adaptability and compatibility of their products.

Act as the subject matter expert and consult with clients on company’s IT strategy and business requirements.

Collaborate with IT teams from applications and infrastructure to identify technology deficiencies and improvement opportunities in practices and procedures.

Stay current with industry standards techniques for software development, and apply them to development, testing, integration and reporting processes where appropriate.

Consults with application users in developing functional/technical specifications.

Consults with application users, evaluates user requests for new or modified computer applications and associated interfaces to determine feasibility, cost and time required, compatibility with current systems and computer capabilities.

Ensures all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.

Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Education, Skills, and Environment

Education and Work Experience

Bachelor's degree in management information systems (MIS), computer science or related technical field or equivalent work experience.

(Typically six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.)

A minimum of six years of experience in business software application design, development, integration and/or installation.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of:

+ programming in client/server or web development environment. Experience in the industry, or in an environment whose scope, size and complexity are comparable.

+ open systems object design methodologies, architecture methodologies, security practices and integration techniques.

+ relational database technology, structured analysis concepts, and software design patterns.

Demonstrated skills such as:

+ Analytical, interpersonal and communication.

+ Demonstrated project management skills and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

+ Demonstrated business analysis aptitude including communications and interpersonal skills enabling an understanding of client's needs.

+ Demonstrated advanced knowledge of information technology terms, equipment, systems, functions and major vendors. Experience integrating large disconnected enterprise-class systems in a robust, fault-tolerant manner consistent with industry standards.

+ Able to work in a zero-code-ownership environment where the team members can modify any source file at any time.

+ An understanding of deployment topologies (i.e. ensuring secure, highly available systems).

+ Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

+ Availability for periodic on-call responsibilities.

+ Experience integrating Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) solutions within an environment with strong change and release management processes and procedures.

+ Technical knowledge with hands-on experience in Oracle and Microsoft SQL database development. Technical knowledge with hands-on experience in current computing programming languages.

Equipment and Applications

General PC and office suites, and various software applications as outlined above

Work Environment and Physical Demands

General office environment. No special physical demands required.

**NOTE: THE COMPANY MAY FILL THE POSITION(S) AT A LOWER LEVEL DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS OF CANDIDATES**

ABOUT US

NV Energy is looking for qualified people to join us in one of the premier energy companies in the West. Located in the fastest growing state in the United States, NV Energy provides electricity to 1.3 million customers throughout Nevada as well as a state tourist population exceeding 40 million annually. Among the many communities we serve are Las Vegas, Reno-Sparks, Henderson, Elko and South Lake Tahoe. We also provide natural gas to more than 155,000 citizens in the Reno-Sparks area.

ABOUT THE TEAM

At NV Energy, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. NV Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

JOB INFO

Job Identification: 10003015

Job Category: Information Technology

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Day

Travel Requirements: No Travel Needed

Pay Range: $119,400.00-$140,400.000

Relocation Assistance: Available for this position dependent upon eligibility requirements

Business: NV Energy