Senior Application Developer

The Senior Application Developer (Operational Technology Services) is responsible for the analysis, development, and configuration of end-user applications and systems software. Key responsibilities include analyzing detailed business, functional, and technical requirements to support application design and delivery.

This role develops internally built applications and configures commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions using programming, scripting, and database technologies. This role supports the full application lifecycle including testing, deployment, maintenance, ongoing enhancements, resolving defects, adapting to evolving requirements, and continuously improving system performance and functionality.

What You’ll Do

• Designs, develops, tests, debugs, and implements software applications in accordance with specifications and business needs.
• Develops program logic for new applications or analyzes and modifies logic in existing applications.
• Analyzes requirements, tests and integrates application components.
• Ensures that application improvements are successfully implemented.
• Typically works on a defined project and may work in a highly efficient (“Agile”) development environment.
• Configures, administers, and supports vendor supplied applications both on premises and cloud based to meet business requirements
• Translates business and technical requirements into system configurations, workflows, and business rules
• Manages vendor upgrades, patches, and releases, including testing and deployment coordination
• Troubleshoots system issues, performs root cause analysis, and provides end-user support as needed
• Collaborates with vendors and stakeholders to optimize platform usage and performance
• Builds and maintains APIs, integrations, and automation workflows between systems
• Participates in application architecture and design decisions for custom solutions
• Maintains technical and functional documentation
• Ensures compliance with security, data governance, and enterprise architecture standards
• Participates in a regular on-call rotation to support 24/7 application operations, including incident response, troubleshooting, and service restoration, Eligibility for advancement (progression) to the next level in the same role is based on overall job performance, mastery of all functional responsibilities, and time in position, as assessed by the supervisor.

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

A bachelor’s degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred. A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.

Experience

This position may be filled at one of three levels outlined below, based on the candidate’s relevant education, experience, or a combination of both that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and competencies.

Level I - Associate: In lieu of a degree, 4 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 4 years may be considered.

Level 2 - Journey: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required. In lieu of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 6 years may be considered.

Level 3 - Senior: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required. In lieu of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 9 years may be considered.

SRP’s success is rooted in our employees’ happiness, health, and safety. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona’s best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.