• Software Developer I

    EPB (Chattanooga, TN)


    PURPOSE

    The Software Developer I will assist in the integration of core software systems to enhance external and internal customer experiences. This role will operate at a corporate level.

    DUTIES & REPONSIBILITIES

    + Assist in developing and maintaining the underlying middleware software that powers EPB’s customer-facing internal applications and websites.

    + Learn to write solid, efficient, and readable code.

    + Participate in department scrum meetings to learn software and engineering best practices.

    + Contribute to the progress of the team in an efficient manner.

    + Assist in performing root cause analysis (RCA) and learn how systems are integrated.

    + Assist with documentation of supporting knowledge architecture and standards.

    + Perform after-hours support duties as needed to sustain systems, software, and customer-impacting internal tools– 24/7/365.

    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

    + Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field preferred or an equivalent combination of related training and experience.

    + 1-2 years of related experience.

    + Database and SQL experience.

    + Experience communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

    CERTIFICATIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

    + Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in state of residence and demonstrate safe and responsible operation of motor vehicles.

    + Knowledge of Enterprise Java preferred.

    + Knowledge of REST and Soap based web services preferred.

    + Knowledge of how to document components of the software development life cycle (designs, testing plans, etc.) preferred.

    + Received a “Meets Expectations” or higher overall rating on last annual performance appraisal and no disciplinary actions (verbal or written) during previous appraisal period.

     

    May perform other duties as assigned.

     

    All employees, pursuant to their job duties, should demonstrate the behaviors of Professional Empowerment and comply with all EPB policies, standards, and guidelines.

     

    EPB provides electric and communications services, which are considered critical infrastructure by the Department of Homeland Security. This EPB job is essential to support this critical infrastructure and may be required to work onsite or in the field to maintain these services.