Application Developer Analyst level 4-5

MTA New York City Transit
New york city, NY
11 Jan 2025

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Job Information

Job Title: Application Developer Analyst Level 4-5

Deadline: Open until filled

Salary Range: Level 4: Step 1: $69,191.51 Step 7: $98,845.02

Level 5: Step 1: $78,934.56 Step 7: $112,763.67

Dept./Div: MTA IT/ Office of IT Security

Agency: MTA Headquarters

Location: 2 Broadway

Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours) or as required

Reports To: Lead Application Security

In order to protect our employees and continue to provide safe and reliable service to our communities, as of November 14, 2021, we are requiring all new MTA hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to their start date. MTA will consider exceptions for religious and medical reasons, where appropriate. "Fully vaccinated" means you must have both doses of a 2-dose vaccine and two weeks have elapsed since the second dose or have received 1 dose of a 1-dose vaccine and two weeks have elapsed since the dose. Proof of your vaccination status in the form of a CDC vaccine card must be submitted prior to your start date.

Summary

Playing a vital role in the economy of New York State and Connecticut, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), consists of the busiest commuter railroad, subway and bus systems in the nation, with an annual ridership of over 2.6 billion. The MTA is comprised of MTA Headquarters/Police and the following MTA Agencies: Long Island Railroad, Metro-North Railroad, NYC Transit, Bus, Bridges and Tunnels, and Capital Construction. This position is in the IT Security Division of the MTA Headquarters Information Technology (IT) Department.

The primary purpose of this position is to design, code and test programs for either a web-based, mobile or a client/server environment; also, to develop the technical specification and necessary documentation in compliance with MTA procedures.

Responsibilities

Level 4
  • Code, configure and deliver well designed and well documented programs according to the specification using standard MTA tools and techniques and following MTA standards and guidelines.
  • Work with business users to develop the technical and business specification.
  • Test and debug routines and programs for efficient processing and maximum utilization of computer systems.
  • Analyze, develop and maintain high quality technical documentation in a timely manner.
  • Investigate and resolve production problems in a timely fashion.
  • Participate in the evaluation of new software development products, applications, practices and techniques.
  • Develop and maintain functional test plans that adequately test the defined requirements and functions.
  • Assist less experienced software developers/analysts in solving coding and technical issues related to MTA software applications.
  • Guide and lead software developer/analysts throughout project life, from design build and test through to delivery.
  • Evaluate operating efficiency of software developed by other MTA software developers/analysts and consultants.

Level 5

Same as Level 4 with the following additional responsibilities:
  • Lead in the development and delivery of well-designed software, from simple to extremely complex applications, following MTA standards and guidelines.
  • Take a leadership role in working with MTA business users to develop functional requirements and system specifications.
  • Investigate and resolve production problems and assist other technical support staff in solving coding and technical issues related to MTA software applications.
  • Lead the evaluation of new software development products, applications, practices and techniques.
  • Lead in the development and maintenance of functional test plans that adequately test the defined requirements and functions.
  • Develop test criteria, analyze/debug logic and coding errors, review programs and assist other team members with the testing of all computer routines, programs and integrated solutions.
Qualifications

Level 4
  • Advanced programming skills in a MTA IT-supported language, including secure coding techniques.
  • Advanced knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems and internet technologies.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to function as part of a team that might include end-users as well as other technical staff.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to handle multiple programming tasks simultaneously.
  • Advanced ability to conceptualize business requirements of the program being developed, including the ability to identify underlying principles and the appropriate data handling techniques required.
  • Ability to instruct and guide less senior software developers/analysts.
  • Strong leadership oral and written communications skills.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Ability to initiate, demonstrate flexibility and good time management skills.
  • Availability to handle production problems outside normal workday hours.
  • Strong understanding related to the use, and best practices, of source control.
  • Strong understanding of develop operations pipeline and surrounding principles
  • Strong skills related to data analytics and tools/technologies leveraged in analyzing data.
  • Strong understanding of O365 tools including, but not limited to, Power Automate, and Power BI, Power BI Report Builder
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft SQL server and SQL
  • Strong understanding of Microservices, RESTful APIs, and best practices surrounding them

Level 5

Same as Level 4 with the following additional qualifications:
  • Excellent knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems and internet technologies.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to function as part of a team that might include end-users as well as other technical staff.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated strong troubleshooting skills and ability to handle multiple programming tasks simultaneously.
  • Strong leadership skills and excellent oral and written communications skills, particularly the ability to describe technical issues in non-technical terms.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan activities and instruct and guide less senior software developers / analysts.
  • Excellent analytical skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate highly developed knowledge of current industry standard IT technologies and market trends.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, present and apply complex technology solutions to solve critical business requirements effectively and efficiently.
  • Proven experience working with senior level staff contributing to both short- and long-term technology related planning strategies.
  • Advanced understanding related to the use, and best practices, of source control.
  • Advanced understanding of develop operations pipeline and surrounding principles
  • Advanced skills related to data analytics and tools/technologies leveraged in analyzing data.
  • Advanced understanding of O365 tools including, but not limited to, Power Automate, and Power BI, Power BI Report Builder
  • Advanced understanding of Microsoft SQL server and SQL
  • Advanced understanding of Microservices, RESTful APIs, and best practices surrounding them.

Desired Skills
  • Evaluate and formulate technical specifications and designs.
  • Monitor mainframe coding and testing activities.
  • Conduct unit testing and support business procedures.
  • Supervise projects and resolve technical issuess.
  • Prioritize business beneficial work promptly and accurately.
  • Collaborate with developers to resolve defects in coding.
  • Prepare manufacturing reports and timely responded to any delivery problems.
  • Design and provide technical solutions for development activities.
  • Create service codes on complex projects.
  • Analyze and generated reports on project metrics, risks and resolution.
  • Coordinate with Business Leads to formulate solutions for effective production deliverance.
  • Administer application architecture and ensured QA competence of software services.
  • Facilitate project delivery under strict timeline restrictions.
  • Monitor, report and record substantial discrepancies in quality, budget and schedule.
  • In-depth working knowledge of Hardware Security Module (HSM) decryption and encryption technology.
  • In-depth working knowledge of card payment technology
  • In-depth working knowledge of Z/OS Systems Service
Education and Experience

Level 4
  • Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 10 years' experience developing and maintaining complex software applications in a medium-large business environment.
  • Must possess a minimum of 8 years' experience applying programming logic to the development of computer programs and software applications.

Level 5
  • Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 12 years' experience developing and maintaining complex software applications in a medium-large business environment.
  • Must possess a minimum of 10 years' experience applying programming logic to the development of computer programs and software applications
Other Information

This is a resume-based position in the collective bargaining unit represented by the Transportation Communications Union (TCU) and will be governed by the terms of the associated TCU collective bargaining agreement for IT employees. As such, candidates selected for this position will be represented by TCU and be on MTA payroll. In addition, candidates selected may be required to work at any MTA Agency location.

As an employee of MTA Headquarters you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the State of New York, if your position earns more than $105,472 (this figure is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker

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Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply
  • ID: #48487621
  • State: New York New york city 10004 New york city USA
  • City: New york city
  • Salary: USD TBD TBD
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Showed: 2023-01-11
  • Deadline: 2023-03-11
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