Application Engineer

This position is located in the Cobb County Information Technology Services department.

The purpose of this classification is to apply significant technical knowledge and analytical skills necessary to design, develop and implement information systems and infrastructure solutions in complex problem areas.

Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all County or departmental policies, practices and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Identifies user and public business needs as they pertain to information technology systems; collects information from users; identifies alternative business solutions; develops programs and applications to address needs; defines input and output system requirements; prepares graphic and narrative representations of solutions; determines hardware/software requirements; performs cost-benefit, feasibility, and impact analysis; prepares testing plans and prepares program specifications.

Designs, develops, modifies, implements and maintains systems, software and infrastructure; writes code for new applications; ensures compliance with department design and coding standards; writes and modifies software using a variety of programming languages; designs user friendly interfaces and logical screen flow.

Performs post-implementation assessment and maintenance; runs tests and debugs software; consults with other application engineers and other information technology staff regarding the development of test plans and test criteria; creates and maintains procedures for production and test environments; analyzes production and test environments for problems; provides resolutions to issues and corrects programming or infrastructure configuration errors; communicates software test results with users; maintains data integrity and prepares program and infrastructure documentation according to department standards.

Plans and coordinates projects as the project manager and/or works with other project managers; may manage work groups or assist the project manager in managing work groups; may lead or coach others in program techniques and technology solutions; assigns developers to projects and monitors progress reports; determines cost estimates and target dates; prepares project progress reports and provides employee evaluation input to project managers on developer performance.

Supports complex applications with multiple web, application and database servers and complex data and communications networks; experience in SQL, SQL development, database reporting tools and developing database queries; knowledge of source control concepts and change management procedures.

Maintains an awareness of new applications, technologies, technical manuals and websites to increase knowledge of technical and business operations and attends conferences, workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Administers networks and develops network architecture according to communication and routing protocols; controls network access and security and diagnoses, monitors and analyzes network utilizing appropriate tools.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Management, Management Information Systems or related field, supplemented by experience in applications analysis, development, configuration, and support; experience with troubleshooting principles, methodologies, and issue resolution techniques; experience in developing training and technical documentation for end users; additional years of experience in programming and application support functions may substitute for a portion of the required education; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Preferred Qualifications

• Judicial experience preferred, but not required.

• Experience with any: Azure App Services, IIS development, .Net Development - Visual -  Studio Business Analytics/Report Writing - specifically Qlik, Crystal Reports, SSRS.

• Advanced Support of Oracle and SQL Database Environments

• Experience with data analytical dashboarding tools is a plus.

• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint Online administration including but not limited to creating and managing sites, workflows. Possession of IT Infrastructure Library certification is preferred. Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory RequirementsSome tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County is an equal opportunity employer. Cobb County Government does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.