Job Description :
DirectClient: Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Enterprise
Solicitation
Title: Java Web Developer
Location: 8317 Cross Park Drive, Austin, Texas 78754
Duration: Until 8/31/2019 with possible extension
Last date for submission: May 2, 2019 (2.00 PM-CST)
Job Description:
HHSC IT is currently in the development stage of an HHS Performance Portal pilot initiative with a goal to accomplish the following:
Design, development, and implementation of the performance portal using an agile methodology for all standard SDLC phases that includes, but is not limited to:
Validation of performance metric requirements
Creation of Epics/User Stories
Creation and validation of dashboard and report mock-ups
Automation of data acquisition from a variety of data sources
Dashboard and report development
Testing – integration, load and stress, and user
Deployment / publication internally and externally
Operations support and enhancement of the Performance Portal pilot
The Web Developer position will report to the Performance Management Pilot Project Manager. This position must have extensive experience in web application development.
High-level responsibilities may include:
Risk identification and coordination of resolution with project manager.
Designing, coding and modifying web applications, from layout to function and according to specifications provided.
Creating visually appealing sites that feature user-friendly design and clear navigation.
Working closely with other members of the team to address technical problems.
Assisting with the implementation and configuration of developmental tools.
Collaborating with other members of the Data Analytics Support Team, stakeholders, and third-party vendors so designs meet the business objectives for publication and visualization for performance management.
Participation in requirements and design sessions.
Mockup development and user validation
Analysis and diagnoses of accessibility related problems and documents proposed corrective actions or alternative methods of access.
Interpreting new and changing business requirements to determine the impact and proposing enhancements and changes to meet these new requirements.
Producing and maintaining technical specifications, diagrams, or other documentation as needed to support the DD&I efforts.
Work closely with the Technical Architect on implementation designs.
All other duties as assigned.
WORKER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
Years Skills/Experience
10 Work experience in the information technology industry with at least 5 years of experience in the development of Java EE based web applications
5 Expertise and hands on experience with Web Applications and programming languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery and API’s
5 Well versed with Java deployment packages and possess good experience in deploying and configuring Java web applications in Application Servers
3 Experience in creating web pages using best practices around UI/UX design
2 Experience in creating responsive web applications using Bootstrap library
5 Experience with MS Project, MS Office, Visio, and status reporting tools
1 Experience with Jira software
Strong Excellent oral and written communication skills
Preferences:
Years Skills/Experience
2+ Experience in developing web pages that adhere to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
2+ Work experience as part of an agile sprint team
2+ Experience integrating Tableau dashboards with web applications