Java Developer( Associate or Intermediate

Java Developer( Associate or Intermediate)

Requisition

Employment Type:

Unclassified Regular Full-Time (URF)

Division:
Java Applications I

Compensation: 73,790., Annual Salary

Job Closing: 6/23/2026

Location:

TRS Headquarters Building 2

1900 Aldrich Street

Austin, Texas, 78723

United States

WHO WE ARE:

The Information Technology (IT) Division lays the foundation for TRS to deliver excellent service experiences across the organization and with our members. We serve with purpose through mentorship and collaboration across a broad variety of teams unified by innovation to create technology and information solutions that have a positive impact on our members' lives.

We invite you to join one of Austin's Top Workplaces. TRS offers a best-in-class combination of technology and continuous learning opportunities to equip you to solve problems, expand your knowledge, and create impact for 1 in 20 Texans.

The Java Developer Associate is responsible for assisting in computer programming and applications support. The incumbent will participate in small to large scale automation projects, assist in researching, compiling and analyzing data, and support related activities. This position will proactively work with all application development teams, IT staff, and agency employees.

The Java Developer is responsible for complex computer programming and systems analysis work. The incumbent will plan, schedule, and lead small to large scale software application projects and support related activities. This position will proactively work with all application development teams, IT staff, and agency employees.

This vacancy will be filled at one of two levels - Java Developer Associate or Java Developer. Selected applicant will be offered the position that most closely matches their education and experience.

Salary Range

Java Developer Associate: $73,790.00 - $92,237.00

Java Developer: $89,286.00 - $

Java Developer Associate

Application Development

* Codes, tests, and debugs programs written in a variety of software languages with primary focus on Java.

* Writes basic unit tests based on provided examples.

* Builds simple to routine SQL statements and stored procedures.

* Generates reports using report creation tools.

* Attends and participates in code reviews.

* Documents existing processes for TRS Staff to utilize as reference.

* Performs research, analysis, or development tasks as assigned.

Support Functions

* May assist in researching, compiling, and analyzing data; entering data into databases and other automated applications; and preparing simple queries and reports.

* May review forms, correspondence, reports, and other documents for completeness and acceptability.

* May assist in reviewing and analyzing agency policies, procedures, and forms and recommending changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

* Assists in completing special projects and performs other work as assigned.

Performs related work as assigned.

Java Developer

Software Application Projects

* Leads small to large scale software application projects with significant impact on the long-range effectiveness of TRS's ability to serve its membership, including developing and implementing project plans and coordinating the work of staff assigned to the project.

* Performs high-level analysis of end user business processes and automation needs. Develops new applications and programs or enhancements to existing applications and programs to better meet those needs.

* Codes, tests, and debugs programs written in a variety of software languages with primary focus on Java.

* Documents programming logic and actions, and drafts user procedures.

* Participates in or leads code reviews and demonstrations of programs and applications.

Support

* Responds to requests for assistance routed by Helpdesk staff, and troubleshoots and resolves application-related problems for agency staff as needed.

* Develops and documents technology standards for the agency.

* Provides training and technical assistance to IT staff.

Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum

Required Qualifications

Required Education

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, computer engineering,…