Full-Stack Programmer Developer - Senior or Lead

Overview

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is looking for a Full-Stack Programmer Developer to join our IT Applications Engineering Systems team. In this role, you will design, build, and support applications that empower our Engineering team. These include both custom-developed and vendor-sourced solutions designed to streamline daily operations, improve success rates, and enhance overall efficiency.

Our primary mission is to collect, validate, and prepare data for transmission planning studies—a critical step in shaping the future of the electric grid. You will work closely with engineers to automate processes, innovate solutions, and continuously optimize applications for better performance.

• Design, develop, and maintain custom applications (front-end and back-end)
• Develop and document operational standards and procedures
• Collaborate with business owners to gather and refine requirements
• Manage defects and enhancements based on priority
• Mentor and support other team members
• Work with CI/CD tools for seamless application deployment

• Proficiency in core front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and familiarity with frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue
• Strong experience with Python, Node.js, Java and Spring Boot
• Experience with databases like SQL Server, Postgre
  
  SQL, or Oracle
• Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of SDLC and project lifecycle methodologies
• Ability to interpret requirements and translate them into solutions
• A self-driven, collaborative team player who can mentor when needed
• Passion for researching new technologies and improving processes

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, related field, or equivalent work experience
• Lead Programmer Developer – Ten (10) years of applicable IT development/support experience
• Senior Programmer Developer – Six (6) years of applicable IT development/support experience
• Competent knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Unix or Linux OS, application development and support, and database management systems
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills
• Understanding of SDLC and project lifecycle methods and practices
• Good customer service and organization skills

• Two (2) or more years of applicable utility industry experience
• C#, ETL, containers (Kubernetes, Docker)
• Scripting experience:
  Power Shell, Perl, Shell
• Web services: REST, SOAP, WSDL, XSD
• Experience with Ansible, JIRA, Bitbucket, Jenkins

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

• Decision making, data interpretation, and problem solving are regularly required
• Extended periods of standing or sitting; use of computer keyboard
• Occasional lifting up to 10 pounds
• Ability to collaborate with managers and employees at all levels
• Vision requirements: close, distance, color, and focus adjustments
• Understanding and adherence to SPP policies and procedures

This is a full-time, onsite hybrid position based in Little Rock, Arkansas. Standard workweek is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with extended hours as needed. Managing staff on rotating shift schedules may be required.

Minimal travel (approximately 10%).

SPP is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation, contact HR with the nature of your request. We will accommodate qualified candidates under the ADA.