IT Software Developer ,II, III

Position: IT Software Developer I,II, III
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** Salary:
***** IT Software Developer I
*** Grade 57

Minimum: $1,415.81/week
Midpoint: $1,769.76
*** IT Software Developer II
*** Grade 58

Minimum: $1,618.87/ week Midpoint: $2,023.60
*** IT Software Developer III
*** Grade 59

Minimum: $1,851.10/ week Midpoint: $2,313.86# #
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* Work Schedule:

** Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m.# #
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* Job Description:

**** PURPOSE OF POSITION:
*** The following represent the core purpose of the IT Software Developer I. Higher-level classifications involve increased responsibility, a broader scope of work, and greater independence in decision-making, leadership, and/or technical complexity.
* Under the direction of the Supervisor-IT Applications or designee, assists in the design, development, testing, and support of business applications that align with the utility’s business strategies and objectives. Works closely with senior developers and internal customers to implement new systems and modifications to existing systems. Responsible for learning and applying standard development practices, troubleshooting routine issues, and contributing to the delivery of reliable solutions.

Operates under guidance while developing technical skills and understanding enterprise systems to ensure quality and customer satisfaction.
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* ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

*** The following represent the core responsibilities of the IT Software Developer I. Higher-level classifications are expected to perform these functions with increased proficiency, autonomy, and ownership.
* Assists in the design, development, testing, and support of business applications that align with the utility’s business strategies and objectives, contributing to solutions that meet customer needs and CU’s strategic goals. Provides customer support and, under guidance, serves as a liaison for internally developed and purchased applications across all phases of the systems development lifecycle, ensuring customer needs are addressed efficiently and instructions are clear.

Participates in the evaluation of present and proposed technical solutions, requirements, and procedures, documenting findings and recommendations as directed. Prepares and updates technical documentation (designs, interfaces, workflows, and user instructions) that complies with current standards. Assists in system testing, implementation, and deployment activities for new programs, modifications, or purchased systems, following established enterprise architecture standards. Applies secure design and coding practices under guidance to support compliance with CU security standards, data protection requirements, and regulatory policies.

Participates in cross-training opportunities as both an instructor and learner; accepts responsibility for learning new languages, tool sets, and platforms, and engages in continuous learning of emerging software development languages, frameworks, and tools. Uses artificial intelligence tools responsibly as an assistant to enhance productivity and code quality; validates AI generated outputs for accuracy and security and maintains full understanding and ownership of all code.

Supports project tracking and quality assurance by estimating task effort, communicating status, maintaining work items in the project management system, and producing accurate, efficient, and maintainable work within established deadlines. Assists in training and supporting interns, fostering learning and development while reinforcing CU standards and best practices. Follows design, documentation, control, and acceptance standards; participates in reviews to ensure assigned systems meet required standards.

Actively supports all IT goals, processes, and standards; performs other related duties as required or assigned by management. Performs other related duties as required or assigned by management.
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* QUALIFICATIONS:

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