Software Developer/Programmer (SDP)

Position details

Job Title: Software Developer/Programmer (SDP)

Location: Des Moines, IA

Duration: 10 Months

Job Description

The Software Developer/Programmer (SDP) converts data from project specifications and statements of problems and procedures to create or modify computer programs:

• Prepares, or receives from systems analyst detailed workflow chart and diagram to illustrate sequence of steps that program must follow and to describe input, output, and logical operations involved.
• Analyzes workflow chart and diagram, applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.
• Confers with supervisor and representatives of departments concerned with program to resolve questions of program intent, data input, output requirements, and inclusion of internal checks and controls.
• Converts detailed logical flow chart to language processed by computer.
• Enters program codes into computer system. Inputs test data into computer.
• Observes computer monitor screen to interpret program operating codes.
• Corrects program errors, using methods such as modifying program or altering sequence of program steps.
• Writes instructions to guide operating personnel during installation and maintenance of the application.
• May work with business analyst to obtain and analyze project specifications and flow charts. May direct and coordinate work of others to write, test, and modify computer programs.
• Most frequently requested programmer skills include C#, Java, PHP and IDMS.
• The State will indicate specific development skills required with each posting.

For example

the State may specify a Software Developer/Programmer 3 with GIS skills and experience with industry standard or open source Geospatial software APIs or SDKs.

Skills

• Strong Java/J2ee programming experience
• Strong experience programming in Apache CXF in Service Oriented Architecture for both SOAP and RESTful services
• Experience in JSF, Spring frameworks, Ajax, Xml technologies
• Experience using ORM frameworks like Open JPA and Hibernate
• Experience in SQL and stored procedure
• Experience using testing tools and frameworks like JUnit, TestNG and Mockitos
• Experience in writing and maintaining Maven builds
• Experience using IDEs such as Eclipse or similar
• Experience working in methodologies like Agile and Test Driven Development (TDD)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.