Description
We are seeking a Senior Application Analyst to join our team. This role will partner with business units and the Technology Organization to develop and support Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and Metering applications and infrastructure.
Key responsibilities include: Providing functional and technical subject matter expertise for Metering and AMI applications Problem analysis and resolution (production support), root cause analysis, implementing vendor solutions Providing input to application life cycle management Providing oversight for the design, development, testing, and implementation of application solutions Staying abreast of emerging computer technologies Staying abreast of the business processes emerging computer technologies
Requirements include: B.S., B.A., or B.B.A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, Business, or another related field Demonstrated technical understanding of how application frameworks and other technologies can be leveraged to help meet business needs Experience with supporting Linux based systems, creating, and updating shell scripts preferred Experience with Java/J2EE, C#/.Net Good understanding of REST/SOAP Web Services Familiarity with Windows Azure and/or Amazon Web Services Experience with Oracle databases, SQL, PL/SQL, and query performance tuning for large datasets Knowledge of business functions and operations performed within organizations of the Southern Company supported by this team (Metering and AMI) Understands and is knowledgeable of technology solutions that could impact business partners. Proven analytical skills, problem solving skills and project management skills Experience supporting vendor applications highly preferred Possess a solid understanding of technical environments and software methods Power Delivery/Customer service experience either directly or in a support role desired