Web Applications Developer

NRG is the leading integrated power company in the U.S., built on the strength of the nation's largest and most diverse competitive electric generation portfolio and leading retail electricity platform. A Fortune 200 company, NRG creates value through best in class operations, reliable and efficient electric generation, and a retail platform serving residential and commercial businesses.

Designs, develops, tests, maintains and enhances application software programs for the retail energy industry. Interfaces with users in order to determine requirements and deliver quality software which exceeds their expectations. Must have a strong desire to deliver well-designed and tested software.

• Follow the Team's Scrum / XP / TDD development techniques.
• Work independently for design, development and testing.
• Collaborate with team members to identify and prioritize/reprioritize work when necessary.
• Develop strong working relationships with individuals at all levels of the company
• Remain abreast of current technologies and best practices as applicable to NRG.
• Regularly report status and identify and recommend options, risks and alternatives to deliver a robust and stable web infrastructure.
• Anticipate and adjust for problems and roadblocks while eliminating roadblocks within control.
• Use appropriate change control procedures for implementing software enhancements.
• Willing to work longer hours as necessary, especially during critical issue resolution.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering or relevant business discipline from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent work experience is preferred.

Experience

A minimum of 5-7 years professional application development experience.

Role Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of Python Development and the Django Framework.
• Experience with PHP development or a similar style such as Microsoft ASP.
• In-depth understanding of Relational Database Management software, preferably PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MS SQL Server.
• Experienced in testing software all the way from unit testing to system testing to integration testing. A strong desire to build well-tested software.
• Strong knowledge of version control software, git preferred.
• Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS), in particular EC2, EBS, S3, and SQS is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Must be willing to travel when needed.
• Willing and ability to attend meetings and respond to application problems at various corporate sites when necessary.

Working Conditions

• Team work environment in cube or open work area.
• Duties are performed during standard business hours and overtime based on project requirements.