ERCOT

Energy

EMSApplicationsDeveloperSr.

$120–165k Taylor, Texas, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“EMS Applications Developer Sr. at ERCOT. Skills: Software development, Object-oriented programming, Relational databases. Develop software solutions. Design and implement databases”

Industry & Context.

Energy
Problems you'll solve

Problem solving; Troubleshoot and debug issues

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years of experience in software development, Experience with object-oriented programming, Experience with relational databases, Experience with scripting languages, Experience with Linux/Unix environments, Experience with version control systems, Experience with Agile methodologies

Nice to Have

Experience with object-relational mapping (ORM), Experience with web services, Experience with cloud platforms, Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Experience with containerization technologies, Experience with data modeling, Experience with performance tuning, Experience with security best practices, Experience with test automation

What You'll Do.

Develop software solutions

Design and implement databases

Write and maintain scripts

Manage Linux/Unix environments

Utilize version control systems

Participate in Agile ceremonies

Collaborate with team members

Troubleshoot and debug issues

Optimize application performance

Implement security measures

Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines

Containerize applications

Perform data modeling

Automate testing processes

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Agile methodologies; Cross-functional teams

Process & Methodology

Agile methodologies

Full Job Description

At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow’s energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career. ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We know that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. An inclusive and diverse workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future. Designs and develops software for a suite of Electric Power Grid applications within the Grid & Market Solutions (GMS) Technology Development – Grid team. The application suite includes Energy Management System (EMS) components such as Topology Processor, Power Flow, State Estimator, Contingency Analysis, Load Frequency Control, Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS), ICCP, SCADA, CIM Importer, interfaces, Dynamic Stability Analysis, Load and IRR Forecasting, PMU, and Network Model Management System (NMMS). Ensures adherence to Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes, including testing and validation of grid applications and user interface changes, to deliver high-quality software solutions. This role also incorporates modern technologies such as containerization, cloud platforms, and AI/ML to enhance scalability, performance, and advanced analytics capabilities. This position reports to the Supervisor/Manager of GMS Technology Development – Grid. JOB DUTIES * Understands and apply principles, theories and concepts related to the profession and ERCOT's culture. * Exercises judgment within defin

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