App Developer

Develops and deploys complex data-driven web applications. Works within a scrum team to bring designs and ideas to life for new or improved web applications. Works with clients, product managers, architects, software engineers, and cross-functional teams to develop, test, and implement impactful solutions. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Crafts a seamless app journey, from backend logic to polished frontend.
• Contributes to code development in projects and services.
• Troubleshoots, analyzes, and corrects existing software application problems.
• Develops system test criteria cooperatively with other programmers and user departments.
• Transitions code to Quality Assurance (QA) and collaborates with QA team to resolve code bugs.
• Collaborates with programmers to ensure compatibility and interoperation with other subsystems.
• Participates in the product development process to ensure the best solution is deployed.
• Develops scalable and reliable systems capable of processing terabytes of data per hour.
• Optimizes data processing, storage, and retrieval systems to handle large amounts of data efficiently and cost effectively.
• Assists data analysts to locate, extract, combine, transform, and process large data sets.
• Develops metrics, investigates data, and identifies trends to make informed decisions.
• Prototypes, evaluates, and iterates on software solutions to hard problems.
• Scales data pipelines from internal and external data sources to support new product launches and drive data quality across data products.
• Builds automation and monitoring frameworks.
• Researches, tests, and implements modern app development technologies.
• Participates in development of initial architectural schemes.

SAFETY

• Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor., * All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

• Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required., * Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment: Works in an office setting; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education, as well as District policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of full-stack engineering, displaying both backend mastery and frontend finesse.
• Knowledge of Web protocols and programming requirements including modern client-side programming technology and web programming standards for client-side development.
• Knowledge of software engineering, best practices, and industry standards.
• Skill in troubleshooting difficult issues that may require extensive research, as well as considering all aspects of an issue including hardware, software, network, security issues, and potential programming issues.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Ability to develop software code efficiently using Integrated Development Environment (IDE).
• Ability to utilize front-end, scripting, and back-end technologies.
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative teams, including teams from other departments.
• Ability to use and understand data processing flowcharting techniques.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical data, in order to summarize for technical and nontechnical employees, as well as, senior management.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including principles of English and grammatical usage.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required., * Education: (See approved combinations of Education & Experience below) Accredited High School diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency required; Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university in a related field preferred.

• Certification/License: None.
• Experience: 3-7 years' experience working with app development technologies required.

APPROVED COMBINATIONS: Education Experience HS/GED/TxCHSE 7 years Associate's degree 5 years Bachelor's degree 3 years