TxDMV - Programmer; Remote

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Programmer IV

This position is eligible for remote work within the state of Texas (subject to change). Must attend meetings/training at headquarters in Austin, TX as required by management.

To apply for this position, complete an online application through the Applicant Career Section or through Work In Texas . TxDMV does not accept paper applications. Applicants who require accommodation for the interview process should contact Human Resources at  when contacted to schedule an interview.

Our mission at the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) is to serve, protect and advance the citizens and industries in the state with quality motor vehicle related services. We are a dynamic state agency dedicated to customer service, consumer protection and the success of motor vehicle-related industries.

Join a talented and engaged IT team at the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and help us revolutionize how millions of Texans access essential services through cutting-edge technology solutions. In this role you ll play a vital role in modernizing state government while enjoying competitive benefits, a healthy work-life balance, professional growth opportunities, and the satisfaction of serving your fellow Texans with innovative digital experiences.

Performs advanced (senior-level) programming work in support of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV), Information Technology Services Division. Work involves designing, developing, and maintaining software applications, ensuring system security, optimizing software for efficiency and accessibility, and integrating modern and AI-driven technologies.

Programmer IV will manage both legacy and modern technologies, ensuring compatibility and security while transitioning to more advanced solutions where applicable. The position requires a deep understanding of traditional server-based and cloud-hosted environments, front-end and back-end development frameworks, and AI-powered automation.

Guide other team members. Will supervise the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Designs, develops, and maintains complex web-based and enterprise applications using Java/J2EE, Spring Ecosystem, and RESTful web services.
• Designs and develops user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks (e.g., Vaadin, React, Angular) to ensure responsive and accessible applications.
• Writes, optimizes, and troubleshoots complex SQL queries and database scripts.
• Designs and integrates cloud-based solutions using platforms like Azure.
• Ensures system reliability through performance tuning, monitoring, logging, troubleshooting, and failover implementation.
• Leads modernization efforts by collaborating with stakeholders to define requirements and oversee system upgrades, migrations, and application refactoring.
• Implements Dev Ops best practices, including CI/CD automation with Jenkins, OpCon, and version control systems (SVN, Git).
• Develops and maintains automated test suites to ensure code quality and system reliability.
• Ensures compliance with state security policies, OWASP best practices, and application vulnerability mitigation.
• Implements secure authentication and authorization mechanisms using protocols such as OAuth2 and OpenID Connect.
• Mentor developers and oversee teams.
• Utilizes collaboration and issue tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) to manage development tasks and document technical decisions.
• Documents system designs, processes, and development standards.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Technical Knowledge

• Software Architecture & Design: MVC design patterns, component-based UI frameworks (e.g., Vaadin), server-side rendering, and event-driven architecture.
• Database Systems:
  Relational databases (DB2 preferred), advanced SQL scripting, and performance optimization.
• Web Services & APIs: RESTful API design, integration methodologies, and modern authentication protocols (OAuth2, OpenID Connect).
• Cloud & Infrastructure:
  Azure cloud services, serverless computing, cloud-native development, and distributed…