Application Developer Levels 1 - 5 - GIS

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• Level 1: Basic programming skills in MTA IT-supported languages and software packages; basic knowledge of secure coding techniques is a plus.
• Level 1: Basic knowledge and some experience applying programming logic to the development and debugging of software applications.
• Level 1: Basic knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems and internet technologies.
• Level 1: Good interpersonal skills, ability to function as part of a team that might include end-users as well as other technical staff.
• Level 1: Ability to conceptualize business requirements of the program being developed, including the ability to identify underlying principles and the appropriate data handling techniques required.
• Level 1: Good oral and written communication skills.
• Level 1: Good analytical skills.
• Level 1: Ability to initiate, demonstrate flexibility, and good time management skills.
• Level 1: Availability to handle production problems outside normal workday hours.
• Level 2: Programming skills in MTA IT-supported languages and software packages; basic secure coding techniques are a plus.
• Level 2: Knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems and internet technologies.
• Level 2: Good interpersonal skills, ability to function as part of a team that might include end-users as well as other technical staff.
• Level 2: Demonstrated troubleshooting skills and ability to handle multiple programming tasks simultaneously.
• Level 3: Strong programming skills in an MTA IT-supported language. Strong knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems and internet technologies.
• Level 3: Strong interpersonal skills, ability to function as part of a team that might include end-users as well as other technical staff.
• Level 3: Demonstrated ability to conceptualize business requirements of the program being developed, including the ability to identify underlying principles and the appropriate data handling techniques required.
• Level 3: Strong leadership and oral and written communication skills.
• Level 3: Strong analytical skills.
• Level 3: Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to handle multiple programming tasks simultaneously.
• Level 4: Advanced programming skills in an MTA IT-supported language, including secure coding techniques.
• Level 4: Advanced knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems and internet technologies.
• Level 4: Strong interpersonal skills, ability to function as part of a team that might include end-users as well as other technical staff.
• Level 4: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Level 4: 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.
• Level 4: Ability to instruct and guide less senior software developers/analysts.
• Level 5: Advanced programming skills in an MTA IT-supported language, including secure coding techniques.
• Level 5: Excellent knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems and internet technologies.
• Level 5: Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to function as part of a team that might include end-users as well as other technical staff.
• Level 5: Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Level 5: Demonstrated strong troubleshooting skills and ability to handle multiple programming tasks simultaneously.
• Level 5: Strong ability to conceptualize business requirements of the program being developed, including the ability to identify underlying principles and the appropriate data handling techniques required.
• Level 5: Strong leadership skills and excellent oral and written communication skills, particularly the ability to describe technical issues in non-technical terms.
• Level 5: Demonstrated ability to plan activities and instruct and guide less senior software developers/analysts.
• Level 5: Excellent analytical skills.
• Level 5: Ability to demonstrate highly developed knowledge of current industry-standard IT technologies and market trends.
• Level 5: Demonstrated ability to plan, present, and apply complex technology solutions to solve critical business requirements effectively and efficiently.
• Level 5: Proven experience working with senior-level staff contributing to both short and long-term, technology-related planning strategies.
• Education and Experience: Level 1: Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 1 year of experience developing and maintaining software applications in a business environment. Level 2: Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 5 years’ experience developing and maintaining software applications in a business environment. Must possess a minimum of 3 years’ experience applying programming logic to the development of computer programs and software applications. Level 3: Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 7 years’ experience developing and maintaining software applications in a business environment. Must possess a minimum of 5 years’ experience applying programming logic to the development of the computer programs and software applications. Level 4: Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 10 years’ experience developing and maintaining complex software applications in a medium-to-large business environment. Must possess a minimum of 8 years’ experience applying programming logic to the development of the 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-to-large business environment. Must possess a minimum of 10 years’ experience applying programming logic to the development of the computer programs and software applications.