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At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow’s energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career.
ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We know that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. An inclusive and diverse workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future.
Develops design and performs software development for suite of Wholesale Electric Market Applications and Web-based User Interfaces. The suite includes Market Management Systems (MMS) applications such as Day-Ahead Market (DAM), Reliability Unit Commitment (RUC), Ancillary Service Market, Security Constraint Economics Dispatch (SCED), CIM Importer, Market Submissions, APIs, MMS database Interfaces, Market Simulator, Outage Scheduler (OS), User Interfaces (UI) and Congestion Revenue Rights (CRR) Applications. Adhere to software development life cycle (SDLC) processes that includes performing testing and validation of Market Applications and User Interface changes to deliver quality software to customers.
JOB DUTIES
- Works under the direction of a senior developer or supervisor/manager to complete departmental goals and assignments.
- Performs all work according to applicable rules and regulations including regulatory requirements and organization policies and procedures.
- Good Knowledge on core power systems operations and control functions like power flow studies, state estimation, contingency analysis, economic dispatch, Unit Commitment, and electric market operations.
- Works with internal stake holders closely, reviews and understands functional and non-functional requirements.
- Develops design and performs software development (using Fortran, C/C++, Java, Perl, Python etc. programming languages) and testing for suite of market applications and its interfaces.
- Design, develop and test market applications backend oracle database changes using Oracle PL/SQL programming language.
- Participates in requirements and design review discussions with market system vendors (Hitachi Energy and Resource Innovations) and ensure quality software is delivered by vendors.
- Merge vendor developed market applications software changes with internal developed changes, build, deploy, and test merged software in development environments.
- Develops and manages source code using Atlassian Bitbucket source code control tool.
- Adheres to software development life cycle (SDLC) standards for all the software changes within portfolio.
- Understands and follows market applications software release process to deliver software changes to customers seamlessly. Adheres to change management processes during software release delivery.
Level 3 - Above +
- Designs and develops market applications optimization solvers CPLEX/AMPL models to incorporate various constraints.
- Works with vendors on market applications and its interfaces improvements and proposes design changes.
- Performs code reviews and approve code changes developed by other developers.
- Automates market applications and user interfaces unit and regression testing as much as possible by developing scripts and using third party automation tools such as SOAP UI, Selenium.
- Provides advice and guidance to ERCOT Grid and market Operations regarding GMS market applications, processes, and tools.
- Ensures that GMS market and UI products and solutions comply with the organization’s architectural standards. Employs in the full systems development life cycle in projects and work processes. May provide on-the-job training or oversee the work of other developers.
- Works with Market Participants, ERCOT representatives, and vendors to drive and deliver solutions for the ERCOT Electricity Market’s needs.
- Represents ERCOT at market participant meetings.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Programming Languages/Packages/Scripting: C, C++, VisualC++, FORTRAN, Java, Perl, Python, PL/SQL, Shell Scripting
- Web Application Servers: JBOSS, Tomcat, JWS, Spring Boots,
- Message Queues: Tibco JMS, AMQ
- Web Based Development – J2EE, Servlets, SOAP, Java Script, HTML/CSS, XML
- Database: Oracle, SQLSERVER
- Source Code Control Tools: Git, GitHub
- Optimization Solvers: CPLEX/AMPL, Gurobi
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Level 2: Requires minimum 1 year job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
- Level 3: Requires minimum 3 years of job-related work experience in excess of degree requirements
- Senior Level: Requires minimum 5 years of job-related work experience in excess of degree requirements
Salary and level will be based on overall experience as determined by ERCOT.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Experience with one of the vendors (Hitachi Energy/ABB, GE, Siemens, Resource Innovations/Nexant, OSI Inc) Energy or Market Management Systems and applications preferred.
- Power industry experience in grid and market arena preferably with software vendors or ISO/utilities.
- Experience with programming languages such as FORTRAN, C, C++, Java, Perl and Python.
- Experience with Oracle PL/SQL
- Experience with Commercial Optimization Solvers: CPLEX/AMPL, Gurobi
- Experience with CIM/XML model-based tools.
- Experience with developing integration layers using Messaging Services: Tibco JMS, AMQ
- Experience applying AI/ML techniques and data analytics for forecasting, anomaly detection, and operational insights
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's Degree: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Related field (Required)
- Master's Degree: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field (Preferred)
- or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required
WORK LOCATION – Taylor, TX:
- Employees will be required to be on-site in Taylor, TX at a minimum of 2 days per week, or more, as needed based on the business needs as determined by management
- Remote work is required to be performed from your Texas residence.
- Employees may opt to work on-site more than required or 100% of the time
The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties expected to be performed, and management may, at its discretion, revise or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT. Both ERCOT and the employee may exercise their employment-at-will rights at any time. #LI-MH1, #LI-Hybrid
ERCOT is firmly committed to equal employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, medical condition, religion, age, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected category under federal, state or local law.
Expected Salary Range:
$121,000 - $167,000At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow’s energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career.
ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We know that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. An inclusive and diverse workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future.
Develops design and performs software development for suite of Wholesale Electric Market Applications and Web-based User Interfaces. The suite includes Market Management Systems (MMS) applications such as Day-Ahead Market (DAM), Reliability Unit Commitment (RUC), Ancillary Service Market, Security Constraint Economics Dispatch (SCED), CIM Importer, Market Submissions, APIs, MMS database Interfaces, Market Simulator, Outage Scheduler (OS), User Interfaces (UI) and Congestion Revenue Rights (CRR) Applications. Adhere to software development life cycle (SDLC) processes that includes performing testing and validation of Market Applications and User Interface changes to deliver quality software to customers.
JOB DUTIES
- Works under the direction of a senior developer or supervisor/manager to complete departmental goals and assignments.
- Performs all work according to applicable rules and regulations including regulatory requirements and organization policies and procedures.
- Good Knowledge on core power systems operations and control functions like power flow studies, state estimation, contingency analysis, economic dispatch, Unit Commitment, and electric market operations.
- Works with internal stake holders closely, reviews and understands functional and non-functional requirements.
- Develops design and performs software development (using Fortran, C/C++, Java, Perl, Python etc. programming languages) and testing for suite of market applications and its interfaces.
- Design, develop and test market applications backend oracle database changes using Oracle PL/SQL programming language.
- Participates in requirements and design review discussions with market system vendors (Hitachi Energy and Resource Innovations) and ensure quality software is delivered by vendors.
- Merge vendor developed market applications software changes with internal developed changes, build, deploy, and test merged software in development environments.
- Develops and manages source code using Atlassian Bitbucket source code control tool.
- Adheres to software development life cycle (SDLC) standards for all the software changes within portfolio.
- Understands and follows market applications software release process to deliver software changes to customers seamlessly. Adheres to change management processes during software release delivery.
Level 3 - Above +
- Designs and develops market applications optimization solvers CPLEX/AMPL models to incorporate various constraints.
- Works with vendors on market applications and its interfaces improvements and proposes design changes.
- Performs code reviews and approve code changes developed by other developers.
- Automates market applications and user interfaces unit and regression testing as much as possible by developing scripts and using third party automation tools such as SOAP UI, Selenium.
- Provides advice and guidance to ERCOT Grid and market Operations regarding GMS market applications, processes, and tools.
- Ensures that GMS market and UI products and solutions comply with the organization’s architectural standards. Employs in the full systems development life cycle in projects and work processes. May provide on-the-job training or oversee the work of other developers.
- Works with Market Participants, ERCOT representatives, and vendors to drive and deliver solutions for the ERCOT Electricity Market’s needs.
- Represents ERCOT at market participant meetings.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Programming Languages/Packages/Scripting: C, C++, VisualC++, FORTRAN, Java, Perl, Python, PL/SQL, Shell Scripting
- Web Application Servers: JBOSS, Tomcat, JWS, Spring Boots,
- Message Queues: Tibco JMS, AMQ
- Web Based Development – J2EE, Servlets, SOAP, Java Script, HTML/CSS, XML
- Database: Oracle, SQLSERVER
- Source Code Control Tools: Git, GitHub
- Optimization Solvers: CPLEX/AMPL, Gurobi
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Level 2: Requires minimum 1 year job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
- Level 3: Requires minimum 3 years of job-related work experience in excess of degree requirements
- Senior Level: Requires minimum 5 years of job-related work experience in excess of degree requirements
Salary and level will be based on overall experience as determined by ERCOT.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Experience with one of the vendors (Hitachi Energy/ABB, GE, Siemens, Resource Innovations/Nexant, OSI Inc) Energy or Market Management Systems and applications preferred.
- Power industry experience in grid and market arena preferably with software vendors or ISO/utilities.
- Experience with programming languages such as FORTRAN, C, C++, Java, Perl and Python.
- Experience with Oracle PL/SQL
- Experience with Commercial Optimization Solvers: CPLEX/AMPL, Gurobi
- Experience with CIM/XML model-based tools.
- Experience with developing integration layers using Messaging Services: Tibco JMS, AMQ
- Experience applying AI/ML techniques and data analytics for forecasting, anomaly detection, and operational insights
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's Degree: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Related field (Required)
- Master's Degree: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field (Preferred)
- or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required
WORK LOCATION – Taylor, TX:
- Employees will be required to be on-site in Taylor, TX at a minimum of 2 days per week, or more, as needed based on the business needs as determined by management
- Remote work is required to be performed from your Texas residence.
- Employees may opt to work on-site more than required or 100% of the time
The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties expected to be performed, and management may, at its discretion, revise or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT. Both ERCOT and the employee may exercise their employment-at-will rights at any time. #LI-MH1, #LI-Hybrid
ERCOT is firmly committed to equal employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, medical condition, religion, age, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected category under federal, state or local law.
Expected Salary Range:
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in application developer analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field
- Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, Python, or C#
- Experience designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise or custom business applications
- Familiarity with SQL and relational database management systems
- Ability to gather and translate business requirements into technical specifications
- Experience working within an agile or iterative software development lifecycle
Tips for Your Application Developer Analyst Job Search
Tailor your resume to each listing
Application developer analyst postings vary widely between employers. Match your resume's language to each job description, highlighting the specific platforms, programming languages, and business domains mentioned so your application clears automated screening tools.
Showcase both technical and business skills
Employers expect application developer analysts to bridge development and business operations. Document projects where you translated a business requirement into a working application, and name the stakeholders you worked with alongside the technical tools you used.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists application developer analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by application environment
Filter openings by the application stack you know best, whether that's SAP, Salesforce, Oracle, or custom in-house systems. Applying to roles where your environment experience aligns directly reduces the technical skills gap employers flag in early screening.
Prepare a system design walkthrough for interviews
Many application developer analyst interviews include a whiteboard or verbal walkthrough of how you would design or troubleshoot an application workflow. Practice explaining your past architecture decisions in plain language, not just code, since panel members often include non-technical business stakeholders.
Negotiate by citing scope, not just title
When discussing offers, anchor your ask to the number of business units you support, the complexity of integrations you manage, or the user base of applications you maintain. These scope factors carry more weight than title comparisons in application developer analyst compensation conversations.
Application Developer Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most application developer analysts?
Delan Associates, Metropolitan Transportation Authority, and Esri are hiring the most application developer analysts right now, with openings concentrated in Virginia, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially consistent at large enterprises in finance, healthcare, and government contracting.
How many application developer analyst jobs are remote?
About 47% of application developer analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for flexible arrangements in this role. Sub-specializations focused on cloud-native development, enterprise platform configuration, and business intelligence reporting tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible positions.
How do you become an application developer analyst?
Start with a degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, then build hands-on experience through internships or entry-level developer roles. Develop proficiency in a core programming language and a major enterprise platform. Strengthen your ability to work directly with business stakeholders, since the analyst side of the role requires translating operational needs into technical solutions, not just writing code.
Can you get hired as an application developer analyst with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with limited professional experience if they can demonstrate relevant project work, whether from academic coursework, freelance development, or open-source contributions. Focusing your applications on companies with structured rotational or associate programs improves your odds. Highlighting experience using enterprise tools, even in a lab or academic setting, matters more than years of employment in early screening.
What does the application developer analyst interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone screen focused on your technical background and application environments, followed by a technical assessment covering coding, database queries, or system design. A final round typically includes a panel interview with both technical leads and business stakeholders, where you may be asked to walk through a past project or troubleshoot a sample business scenario from requirements to solution.
Where can I find and apply to application developer analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to application developer analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience, application stack, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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