Kforce has a client that is seeking an Application Developer in Houston, TX. Summary: As an Application Developer, you will provide front, mid, and back-office support for ETRM and other systems covering areas such as marketing, contract management, risk management, scheduling, valuation, settlement, invoicing, reporting, interfaces, etc. for multiple commodities. This position will work as a part of an integrated team providing direct technical assistance to key business users and technical projects at varying levels of complexity. Responsibilities to include: * Application Developer will participate on company-wide projects for rollouts of software installations/upgrades for applications/operating systems and performs system integration testing * Assists in planning, designing, evaluating, implementing, and monitoring of various applications or systems * Consults with customers to ascertain needs, identify problems, applying business expertise/technical knowledge to design, and/or create information solutions to ensure satisfaction with delivered services * Designs and documents systems/application models for customers and reviews with team members to ensure customer needs are met * Provides operational/functional support for systems and troubleshoots/resolves problems * Acquires and utilizes business knowledge by taking advantage of available resources (Internet, books, periodicals, classes/workshops, conferences, etc.) to develop and foster value driven business solutions * As an Application Developer, you will provide technical training and mentoring to promote competency and growth * Participate in monthly Maintenance Window rotation * Periodic on-call responsibilities based on monthly business processing cycle * Communicates between various business and IT groups* Bachelor's degree or 5 years of related industry or technical experience is required; Computer Science, Computer Information Systems (CIS), or Management Information Systems (MIS) degree is preferred * Proven problem solving, analytical & decision-making skills * Strong documentation and proven analytical skills * Strong interpersonal communication skills, with ability to work collectively with different teams * Self-motivated team player with vision and initiative * Dedicated to meeting expectations and requirements of internal and external customers * Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully and steadfastly pushes self and others for results * Enjoys working hard in an action-oriented environment * Proven ability to document business requirements and translate into technical specifications/solutions * Ability to pick up on new technologies quickly and learn new skills is needed * Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and customers to gain their trust and respect * Ability to pick up on technical concepts quickly and learn new skills and knowledge * Willing to travel up to 10% Preferred: * 5+ years of experience designing, developing, integrating, and supporting enterprise class commercial applications is preferred * 5 years of experience in Information Technology specific to application development and support is preferred * 4 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL is preferred * 3+ years of experience with Java is preferred * 3+ years of experience with OpenLink Endur is preferred * 1-2+ years of knowledge and experience with JVS scripting and Crystal Report development and support experience is preferred