PREFERENCES
Seeking motivated individual with a demonstrated aptitude for technology, willingness and ability to learn new tools.

•Database and SQL / PL-SQL experience (preferably Oracle and SQL server) plus report writing using various tools.
•Experience with XML, HTML and programming in languages/scripting languages such as Java, java scripting.
•Experience with Cloud architectures/technologies like Azure or AWS
•Ability to analyze the impact of enhancements and production problems effectively.
•Working knowledge of different OS (Linux, Unix, Windows)
•Ability to work within a cross-functional team
•Familiarity with Energy Trading, Energy Markets, NERC regulation concepts are a plus

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Develops and maintains project plans outlining plan design, schedule and cost estimate, programming and testing timetables, status reports, and application software package evaluations
•Coordinates programming activities of Programmer Analyst team members
•Performs enhancement and development analysis, program and system design, testing, and installation
•Consults with client to prototype, refine, test, and debug programs to meet needs
•Writes, debugs, compiles, tests and installs program modifications and new programs or modules
•Recommends hardware and software platforms, DBMS, and language
•Evaluates application program and system design for compliance with standards and functional requirements
•Designs and implements system security
•Writes and maintains system documentation, functional specifications, data processing run books, and user manuals
•Evaluates proposed software changes
•Provides production problem resolution and on call support
•Codes job control instructions
•Performs client surveying and interviewing
•Defines and documents client¿s problems and areas for improvement, alternative (EDP and non-EDP) solutions, and the most cost beneficial recommendations
•Assists client with long range planning
•Provides hardware and software platform support for non-mainframe hardware including installation and use of system and application software, database management, monitoring, and maintaining the system for availability of resources
•Assists with client training, testing, and system implementation
•Assists with the department¿s long-range planning

COMPETENCIES:
•Ability to provide analysis in project, program, and database design for business
•Knowledge of project management areas such as estimating, tracking, training, documenting, and scheduling
•Basic knowledge of CASE tools, information engineering techniques, and the system development life-cycle process
•Ability to evaluate software packages and the efficiency and effectiveness of large in-house or package systems independently
•Ability to analyze the impact of enhancements and production problems effectively
•Ability to assist with assessing project benefits and priorities

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
•Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with emphasis in computers or related area, with three to five years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
•Ability to read and interpret technical documents such operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
•Ability to clearly and concisely write technical, conceptual and administrative project information
•Ability to speak effectively before clients, personnel and management, and vendors

COMPUTER SKILLS:
•Knowledge of at least one of PNMs hardware/software platforms
•The ability to develop and implement systems, to code and test new applications, and to meet current and projected client needs.
•In-depth knowledge of one high level programming language, the applicable job control and utilities
•In-depth understanding of database system software and database management
•Basic knowledge of various languages, DBMS, and hardware platforms to be able to recommend which is best for an application
•Basic knowledge of networks, local area networks, and various types of workstations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
•While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit up to 2/3 of the time. Manual dexterity and good vision required. Ability to talk and listen. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.