The Worker(s) will provide the following services:
The Worker will lead the design and implementation of the overall UI-SIDES application architecture, creating a scalable, high-performance framework to transition from manual, paper-based processes to a modern electronic data exchange.
This role involves designing the application logic required to implement the four standardized NASWA SIDES exchanges while ensuring strict adherence to technical specifications through secure APIs and web services.
By architecting automated workflows, triggers, and electronic notifications, the Worker will improve processing accuracy and efficiency while implementing robust application-level security protocols, including encryption and authorization, to protect sensitive Unemployment Insurance data in compliance with state and federal standards.
Serving as the primary technical lead, the Worker will provide expert guidance to the development team on coding standards, design patterns, and best practices to ensure the delivery of high-quality, maintainable code.
The Worker will coordinate with Database Architects and legacy system experts to design integration points with existing UI systems and the Enterprise Data Warehouse, while producing comprehensive technical documentation such as architectural blueprints and system sequence diagrams.
Furthermore, they will lead code review and quality assurance processes, mentor junior developers, and collaborate closely with project stakeholders in a highly collaborative environment to meet tight deadlines and maintain operational continuity throughout the system modernization.
Perform other duties as assigned to maintain operations.
Required Skills
| Years | Skills/Experience |
| 4-7 | Extensive hands-on experience with enterprise-level application development using C#/.NET, Java Enterprise, or similar frameworks, specifically for building scalable web applications and services. |
| 4-7 | Proven experience designing and implementing secure web services (REST, SOAP) and managing electronic data exchanges (XML, JSON) between disparate internal and external systems. |
| 4-7 | Experience in developing, debugging, and modifying robust Unix/Linux shell scripts. |
| 4-7 | Proven ability to act as a Technical Lead, including planning project roadmaps, organizing cross-departmental technical coordination, and managing developer resources across different project phases. |
| 4-7 | Advanced knowledge of software architecture design patterns, Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), and security best practices for protecting data-in-transit. |
| 4-7 | Experience establishing and leading technical standards, including performing code reviews, mentoring developers, and collaborating with QA teams on complex integration testing. |
| 4-7 | Technical skills such as programming in certain coding languages, platforms, domains and troubleshooting, web development and database management |
| 4-7 | Expert troubleshooting skills in complex web environments, with the ability to resolve integration challenges between state systems and external brokers. |
| 4-7 | Proficiency in creating high-level architectural artifacts, such as system diagrams, data flow models, and technical specifications to guide development. |
Preferred Skills
| Years | Skills/Experience |
| 6 | More than one type of RDBMS (DB2, SQL Server, Oracle) |
| 2 | Previous experience implementing or working with NASWA SIDES (State Information Data Exchange System) exchanges and technical specifications |
| 4 | Experience implementing Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to streamline the deployment and testing of complex application architectures. |
| 4 | Proficiency in designing and troubleshooting complex XML/SOAP and JSON/RESTful web services used in federal/state data exchanges. |
| 4 | Experience in application development, software engineering principles, design patterns, architecture styles, and quality attributes |
| 2 | Workforce Commission experience |
Work Hours and Location
A. Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through TWC. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed. If the Vendor is headquartered in Texas, this position is eligible for telecommuting from within the Continental United States. Conversely, if the Vendor is not headquartered in Texas, this position is eligible for telecommuting from within Texas only. Vendor employees must obtain approval in writing from their TWC supervisor to take TWC issued equipment to another continental State. Vendor employees are prohibited from taking TWC issued equipment outside of the continental United States. Such action may lead to immediate release from TWC employment.
B. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Worker's expense.
C. The Worker(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings, and holidays, as requested. Payment for overtime work (required work hours exceeding the standard forty (40) hours per Business Week) will be at the quoted hourly rate and must be coordinated and pre-approved through TWC.
D. If the ideal candidate(s) are allowed to telework, they must have a secure, dedicated workspace with Internet service, ability to maintain a reliable consistent work schedule, and be available for weekly meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams and other applications during regular business hours. Position may require team members to come into the office; there may be unscheduled requests with seventy-two (72) hour notice for any TWC business need. If applicable, the work location will be 101 E. 15th Street, Austin, Texas 78778
Never miss an opportunity! Create an alert based on the job you applied for.
