Applications/Systems Engineer, Principal

Position Description

This position is responsible for the development and maintenance of the departmental computing and functional systems capability for the Resource Operations & Trading Group, which is a mission critical 24/7 operation. The Resource Operations and Trading Group optimizes Tacoma Power's resource portfolio through efficient, reliable dispatch of generation resources to maximize wholesale energy sales revenue. The wholesale energy trading activities directly impact Tacoma Power's ability to maintain low and stable rates to our customers.

Leads development of new software tools, helps troubleshoot production issues, implements defect fixes, and adds new features. Leads integration and architecture of 3rd party solutions with existing legacy application and software platforms. The individual within this role will assist in software project quality assurance, business analyst activities and/or other support tasks. As one of the developers on the team, responsible for the systems as used by the business users within Power Management. Helps troubleshoot production issues, implements defect fixes, and adds new features. Needs to be extremely customer focused. Relies on experience, industry best practices for support and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. This role reports to the Power Management Systems Engineering Supervisor.

The Power Management Systems Engineering workgroup is a small team that develops custom software, integrates vendor solutions and supports the technical systems implemented for the power management operations at Tacoma Power. This is a busy workgroup that is often taking on specific technical industry challenges to solve the fast-paced problems emerging in the new energy markets.

Responsibilities Include:

• Design, Implement & Integrate both off-the-shelf and custom software solutions
• Track down and resolve software issues
• Implement application enhancements, change requests
• Perform project related development tasks (Design, Coding, Testing, etc.)
• Implement Automated Unit Tests
• Coordinate with users from different departments and build customer relations
• Assist in maintaining a positive culture of developer coaching, code reviews, and continued education
• Provide system support, track down and resolve issues for business users of Power Management Systems

Qualifications

Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree

Minimum Experience*
5 years of software development, software architecture and database/ data warehouse experience including 1 year prior at senior and/or lead level.

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Washington State Driver's License

Knowledge & Skills

Desirable Knowledge:

• SQL Server & SQL Server Reporting Services
• Data Warehousing / SQL Server Analysis Services
• ETL, Dataflows ? Service Oriented Architecture Software Development & Support
• REST, WCF, SOAP, XML, gRPC
• Scheduler Based Integration Platforms
• Azure DevOps, , Octopus, Git & other Source Control tools
• CI/CD Pipeline architecture & deployment
• .Net Framework / C#, .NET Core, Blazor, Entity Framework, ORM Tools
• GoLang, HTML, Javascript, JSON
• Nuget Package management
• EIM & ETRM systems & software (OATI & PCI)
• Stored procedures
• Software Architecture
• Infrastructure, Windows Server Maintenance, Certificate Management, VMWare

Ability to:

• Develop complex designs and architecture of software solutions and instructs others on implementation details.
• Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback and coaching to other developers to develop their skillsets
• Lead and Own implementation of ETRM and EIM systems for Power Management
• Research and apply new technologies
• Multitask and prioritize multiple complex workplace projects
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with co-workers and peers in the electric industry
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt and effective course of action.
• Integrate Information from various sources and develop solutions that effectively satisfy competing objectives.
• Plan and organize work.
• Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Build a strong sense of teamwork and purpose within work groups.
• Clearly communicate, orally and in writing, complex or contentious issues.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships across Tacoma Power.
• Independently coordinate and facilitate discussions between work groups to resolve technical problems requiring diverse knowledge areas

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Elise Drennen if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn!

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Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Tacoma Power
Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve more than 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.

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For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at 253-591-5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow time to assist you before the job announcement closes. (For technical difficulties using the NeoGov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time.)

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

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