Technical Specialist

Area(s) of responsibility

ROLE LOCATION - Colorado Springs, CO; Lenexa, KS; Lubbock, TX

ROLE SUMMARY

The IT Programmer for Precision Agriculture within the team specializes in leading the development and upkeep of critical Data/API integrations with external parties, focusing on delivering solutions that are functional, reliable, and efficient. This role involves an active collaboration with business analysts, technical leads, and fellow programmers.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Regularly evaluate the existing Data/API features to identify areas for enhancement.

• Implement performance optimization strategies to ensure the Data/API operates efficiently.

• Stay up to date with new technologies and industry best practices to incorporate in the Data/API.

• Collaborate with different teams, such as front-end developers, database administrators, and product managers, to integrate Data/API components.

• Ensure seamless communication and understanding across cross-functional teams to facilitate effective integration.

• Assist in the planning and architectural decision-making processes.

• Engage in building and managing technical solutions that align with organizational standards and processes.

• Follow the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) protocols to deliver high-quality software.

• Verify that both functional (what the system should do) and non-functional (how the system should perform) requirements are well-defined and understood.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for the software, including design specifications, test cases, and user guides.

• Engage in peer code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.

• Validate that the design documentation and test coverage are adequate for the requirements and use-cases.

• Oversee the implementation of new features and manage any changes to existing functionalities.

• Address technical incidents and problems in a timely manner, adhering to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and support principles.

Essential job tasks

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-10 years of API development experience (depending on programmer level).

• Extensive knowledge of .NET and Web UI/Java Script Frameworks.

• Strong database development skills within SQL (SQL Server).

• Possess knowledge and experience with integration architecture patterns, standards, frameworks, or tools.

• Practical experience in designing and implementing security protocols and patterns to ensure robust protection of systems and data is required.

• Solid understanding and hands-on experience in designing, implementing, deploying, and maintaining public facing, high performing and scalable enterprise web services and APIs.

• Strong knowledge / experience is required in SOA, WCF, Web Services (SOAP, REST, XML, JSON) and various transport and security protocols.

• Possess work experience with application development tools (e.g., GIT, Visual Studio, Azure DevOps, etc.).

• Must have experience with Test Driven Design, including a proven track record of converting requirements into use-cases and subsequently into unit and functional test cases.

• Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of Agricultural Technology (AgTech), geoprocessing, and Geographic Information System (GIS) frameworks, indicating an understanding of the specialized tools and methods used in the agricultural domain for data processing and spatial analysis.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Able to work a hybrid schedule (3 days per week in the office).

• Must be a collaborator with solid communication skills, an excellent problem solver, able to troubleshoot, and can embrace new challenges.

• Positive attitude and ability to remain flexible in a dynamic environment.

• Able to manage time across multiple, simultaneous projects.

• Proven ability to work effectively as a member of a team, as well as being able work independently.