Java Developer

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The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals.

When you join the State of Texas, your monthly paycheck is just one part of your real income. Our benefits provide extra value that many private employers simply don’t match—often adding hundreds of dollars each month to what you take home or save.

Here’s what you get as a full-time employee:

• 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members—saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs
• Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that’s time over you’re actually paid for)
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance —at rates much lower than most private plans
• Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
• Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment

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Java Developer
Job Title:Programmer III
Agency:Dept of Family & Protectve Svc
Department:SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT RES-CAP
Posting Number:12201
Closing Date:06/18/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Computer and Mathematical
Salary Group:TEXAS-B-24
Salary Range:$5,425.33-$8,886.16
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:Days (First)
Telework:Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 10%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Exempt
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Location:


Job Location City:AUSTIN
Job Location Address:4900 N LAMAR BLVD
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Performs highly complex computer programming work involving analyzing system specifications to develop software for computer applications; developing solution software; documenting the methods and procedures used in software development; and testing, correcting, and revising software. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Works closely with team of developers to build quality applications as per the requirements

Performs computer programming work.

• Analyzes users' needs; designs, tests, and develops software to meet those needs.
• Develops routine code and debugs software.
• Compiles and documents procedures used throughout software development and revision.
• Remain current with industry best practices.
• Performs related work as assigned.

(60%) Collaborates well with Application Development, Dev Ops, Project Management and other teams in the execution of enterprise level applications.

• Communicate with other team members in a timely and effective manner.
• Participates in project planning and project management activities to understand the business requirements to do software development.
• Performs code reviews, unit testing, integration testing, continuous integration, and continuous deployment.
• Participates in release management activities and monitors progress of release status for team.

(35%) Provides technical leadership on projects and agency initiatives related to programming activities and may act as technical team lead to mentor junior level staff

• Identifies, investigates, and resolves production problems in a timely manner.
• Participates in peer-code walk-throughs, ensures project schedules are met, and participates in project technical and functional design.
• Formulates logical descriptions of problems and devises optimum solutions.
• Performs the research and analysis required for project proposals, software and systems modifications, and new projects.

(5%) Adheres to all Texas Department of Family and Protective Services HR policies and performs related work as assigned.

Knowledge of the principles,…