TxDMV - Programmer; Remote in Texas

Position: TxDMV - Programmer (Remote in Texas)

Job Description - TxDMV - Programmer (Remote in Texas) )

Job Description

Organization

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES

Primary Location

Texas

Job

Computer and Mathematical

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Travel:
Yes, 5 % of the Time

State Job Code

0242

Salary Admin Plan

B

Grade

22

Salary (Pay Basis)

5,800.00 - 6,185.02 ( Monthly )

Number of Openings

1

Overtime Status

Exempt

Job Posting

Jan 7, 2026, 8:09:20 PM

Closing Date :
Jan 22, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

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.

Applicants who require accommodation for the interview process should contact Human Resources at  when contacted to schedule an interview.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

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.

Performs complex (journey-level) computer programming work in support of multiple applications within the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV), including

WebDealer, Web Salvage, RTS, and related systems. Works under generral supervision, with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES Full-Cycle Development

• Spearhead new development initiatives for TxDMV applications using Java (Spring Boot), or Angular.
• Design, code, test, and deploy application features across multiple technology stacks.
• Develop and maintain batch jobs and automated processes.
• Create custom reports to address stakeholder requirements.

System Integration & Modernization

• Integrate TxDMV applications with third-party systems (e.g., payment systems, external web services).
• Modernize existing applications, including updates to templating solutions and front-end components.
• Configure system elements to align with evolving business needs.

Quality Assurance & Deployment

• Develop and execute unit and integration tests.
• Troubleshoot defects, ensuring resolution aligns with accessibility and functional requirements.
• Execute deployments to production environments.
• Monitor application performance and address potential system issues proactively.

May travel up to 5% of the time. Travels by car (may include flying). May include overnight travel. May require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.

Required to attend work regularly and adhere to approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of:

• Programming concepts in Java (Spring MVC, Hibernate/JPA).
• Database technologies (DB2, Oracle) and SQL scripting.
• Software development lifecycle, version control tools (Git, SVN).

Skills in:

• Designing, coding, testing, and debugging complex applications.
• Troubleshooting production issues, identifying root causes, and formulating quick, effective resolutions.
• Communication and teamwork, providing clear updates and technical explanations to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Ability to:

• Collaborate effectively with diverse teams, adapt to changing priorities, and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Document processes, requirements, and code for clarity, maintainability, and handoff readiness.
• Remain flexible and innovative in problem-solving while adhering to organizational standards and regulations.

The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills held or performed by employees in this job. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. Equivalent IT experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience in software development.

One (1) year of experience in Java/J2EE and web programming concepts.

One (1) year of experience with relational databases (DB2 preferred).

Additional related experience may be…