Senior Developer VI

Performs highly advanced senior level analysis and development of complex business processes, system solutions. Provides technical direction and technical oversight to development teams. Provides a strong customer and cross functional interface for application related activities & support.

This position is part of the HHSC IT Public Health team and will be working to develop, implement, and support the expansion of the Texas HHS Microsoft 365 Power Platform. This position will perform Programmer duties that will involve the following Power Platform areas: Process Automate, Data-verse, Integration of Power Apps with external services and products, Model-driven Apps, Canvas Apps, Power Pages, and more.

Programmer VI - Development Lead / Lead Developer is responsible for the design, development and execution of complex applications based on acceptance criteria and design documentation. Programmer VI will work closely with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Solution Architects, Developers, Database Administrators, DevOps engineers, Information Security, Testing, and Operations teams to successfully deliver various enhancement, modernization, and cloud migration efforts for Public Health applications.

* Provides technical leadership and oversight to achieve application delivery goals and milestones.

• Provides directions on architecture, design, and programming standards and structure.
• Develops solution architecture, and foundational engineering frameworks and integration tools.
• Develops roadmap, strategies, standards and processes for the assigned application.
• Provides technical leadership to application operations and triage support to troubleshoot & resolve functional & performance issues.

May assist with budget preparation and administration for assigned area.

May manage multiple programming projects.

This position works under minimal direction with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

EJF 1:

Provides technical leadership and oversight to application development, enhancement or modernization projects executed using Agile methodologies. Supports management in defining technology strategies, project scope, prioritization, planning, and scheduling. Leads and facilitates one-on-one or group project meetings and Agile ceremonies. Provides leadership and technical assistance to development teams and customers and leads problem resolution efforts. Facilitates and participates in backlog grooming and user story development. Leads and facilitates the solution architecture, foundational engineering, design, development, testing, and deployment of applications. Monitors deliveries and priorities, analyzes complex problems and resolves or escalates issues/ problems. Participates in inter-agency and intra-agency workgroups as assigned. 25%

EJF2:

Using Agile methodologies, develops and enhances HHS Microsoft 365 Power Platform applications that will involve the following Power Platform areas: Process Automate, Data-verse, Integration of Power Apps with external services and products, Model-driven Apps, Canvas Apps, Power Pages, build Power BI reports and more. Creates technical and design documentation, as required. Develops, deploys, and tests frameworks and application code to ensure that the frameworks and application code function properly and without error in alignment with approved requirements & design. Develops and maintains data and process models. Provides technical support for testing and implementation efforts. knowledge in Microsoft Azure AI document intelligence, Microsoft Azure blog storage and blob storage api knowledge. 45%

EJF3:

Provides leadership to application support (defect repair, maintenance, and production operations support) for applications utilizing the HS Microsoft 365 Power Platform. Performs system analysis, troubleshooting, diagnosis and problem resolution. Analyzes software for defects and performance tuning opportunities. Develop and test application code to resolve defects and improve application reliability and performance. 15%

EJF4:

Works together with product owners, scrum masters / agile coaches, solution architects, web/java developers, database developers & administrators, system administrators, business analysts, and other team members in performing work tasks. Provides a strong customer and cross-functional interface and contributes to teamwork and unit harmony. Attends program design, coding and test walk-through meetings to provide input regarding adherence to technical standards and customer requirements Complies with all Federal, State, and agency laws, rules, policies, and procedures including SOPs that govern HHSC IT. Complies with Department and State guidance on automation system architecture and programming standards. Promotes an image of IT excellence and communication effectively. Performs other duties as assigned. 10%, Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. 5%

• Knowledge of Dataverse tables and uses
• Knowledge of connectors and external integration
• Knowledge of Power BI
• Knowledge of the Power Platform best practices for application development and operations
• Knowledge of the Power Platform Center of Excellence (CoE) Admin Center
• Skilled in Software as a Service (SaaS) and/or Platform as a Service (PaaS) environments
• Skilled with Power Automate Cloud Flows, Desktop Flows, business process Flows, and Process Advisor
• Skilled in extending Power Platform and Power Pages using Java Script and custom plug-ins.
• Skilled in communication, analytical and interpersonal skills at all levels of an organization
• Skilled in teamwork and ability to collaborate with other functional and technical staff on the project
• Skilled in Agile development and sprint planning
• Skilled with Power Platform mobile apps, Power Virtual Agents, and Power Apps portals
• Skills in effective team facilitation
• Skills in effective listening
• Skills in effective verbal and written communication
• Skills in effective presentations
• Ability and hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Apps, Power Pages, Connectors, and Power Automate technical solutions
• Ability to design and develop Power Pages, Canvas App, and Model-Driven Apps by utilizing Microsoft Dataverse, SharePoint, or other databases as the backend data storage model
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on cross-functional teams
• Ability to train and mentor other developers on the Microsoft Power Platform technology
• Ability to plan, assign, and monitor the work of others
• Ability to coordinate and solve complex problems; work in team environment; and handle multiple projects.
• Ability to analyze, design, document, code, test, implement, and monitor automated processes on computers
• Ability to write technical documents and design technical architecture.
• Ability to plan and lead collaboration with IT, CDC and Business SMEs to document the Ecosystem routes and message paths
• Ability to use problem-solving and analytical skills to identify opportunities to automate current manual correction of data
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both written and verbally, and to address audiences effectively.
• Ability to analyze systems and procedures and to explain abstract concepts in concrete terms., At least 4 (four) years as a Programmer, Software Developer, or similar role within the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

At least (2) two of those years with Power Platform experience is preferred.

Additional Information:

Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual.

Selected candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

This position is based in Austin, TX and requires at least 2 days in the office. Selected candidate must be willing to commute to the office on the required days.

$8,488.33 - $11,837.66 a month Health insurance, Pension plan, Opportunities for advancement Full-time Day shift 701 West 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751

Full job description

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.