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Associate Application Developer.

Associate Application Developer.

CenterPoint EnergyHouston, TX, US
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We want you to know

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than years. Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Diversity and Inclusion

CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

What we bring to you

  • Competitive pay
  • Paid training
  • Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
  • Subsides metro and parking discounts
  • Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
  • Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
  • Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
  • k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution with immediate % vesting.

To be successful in this role you will :

  • Delivery of all work assignments, directions, and instructions based on the priorities and time parameters.
  • Work to understand business functional needs and develop utility business acumen over time.
  • Work with IT and business stakeholders to define the scope and objectives for all assigned projects using standardized documentation techniques.
  • Document current processes using procedural analysis and standard process documentation techniques.
  • Document formal business and technical requirements.
  • Design proposed process improvements and demonstrate business value of the proposed improvements.
  • Build and maintain strong internal networks with key stakeholders.
  • Engage other IT resources on behalf of internal customers to validate technical requirements and obtain time estimates and costs.
  • Manage tasks and ensure they are completed in a timely and professional manner.
  • Assist in the development of code and / or configuration of the software in accordance with defined user stories.
  • Assist in the design / development of integration points between applications.
  • Ensure work is carried out in accordance with the agile schedule and quality requirements.
  • Participate in systems design sessions and assist the development of systems designs for moderately complex requirements. Define system specifications from which programs will be created.
  • Work with peers for the creation of integrated applications.
  • Perform upgrades with peers for assigned technology products.
  • Assist in creating database specifications for applications and work with database administrators for infrastructure support.
  • Contribute process improvement ideas and participate in implementation strategy development.
  • Contribute to the development of coding standards.
  • Assist in the preparation and maintenance of test plans and test scripts for manual and automated testing. Ensure high quality and accuracy is maintained through to software release. Execution of test plans and test scripts to test software components and demonstrate the business requirements are delivered. Provide feedback to the development team and ensure the work is carried out in accordance with the schedule and the quality requirements. Facilitate the completion of User Acceptance Testing.
  • Assist in the execution of DevOps and DevSecOps strategies. Assist in the maintenance and execution of DevOps tool sets.
  • Work outside standard business hours as required, to apply system maintenance, upgrades, perform project implementation activities, ensure on-time delivery or to respond to critical business needs. Participate in Primary or Secondary on-call support as required. Achieve annual performance objectives established with your supervisor.
  • Participates in scheduled annual disaster recovery tests, including maintenance of required documentation.

    • Your background includes :

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline preferred.
  • 0-2 years of solution / software design and development related experience.
  • Basic understanding of continuous improvement (CI) techniques (Lean, Kanban, 5S, etc) and general knowledge of DevOps strategies.
  • Preferred Technology Experience : SQL, Linux, Java, .Net, C#, Web Services – REST / SOAP, MS Visual Studio, IntelliJ, Java Script, Shell Scripting, Web Logic or equivalent application server software.

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