Product Specialist (Remote)

Product Specialist (Remote Role) Top 3 Skills: FAST Application Configuration :: https://www.fastenterprises.com/solutions/ Design and delivery of site code using C#, .Net and PostgreSQL Knowledge of the software development life cycle The Application Development Group in support of the Department of Labor is currently looking for a mission-driven, high level Product Specialist (PS3) to help round out the Maine Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) team. This position will be expected to help increase quality in all aspects of our systems. This is an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful, public-facing system that will provide vital support to families and individuals across the state. Required Skills Work closely with staff to implement features that meet business needs by configuring the FAST Application Design and delivery of site code using C#, .Net and PostgreSQL. Code enhancement and development programs and/or required fixes to production problems using the functional and technical programming standards. Manual test enhancement and development programs, experience with test script writing. Participate in structured code reviews / walkthroughs. Create and provide content for operational documentation to Team Lead. Familiar with configuration management tools, design tools, debugging tools, software code management tools and any other environment specific tools necessary to create, test, and implement an application. Research problems before approaching the Team Lead or Functional Architect for assistance. Thorough functional knowledge of FAST application Follow quality standards. Support installation of application releases into production as directed. Communicate accurate and useful status updates. Ability to work in a team environment Complete assigned tasks. Strong communication skills; both written and spoken Review and understand the Application Team’s workplan. Provide status of work to Team Lead. Anticipate, identify, track and resolve issues and risks affecting own work and work of the Application Team. Develop contingency plans as necessary. 5 years’ relevant industry experience Proficiency in C# or other Microsoft Technologies e.g. .Net Framework v4.0 or above and Web API Advanced experience working with PostgreSQL databases Preference will be given to candidates with experience with FAST software Experience conducting and critiquing Code reviews Hands-on experience with general Internet technologies CSS3, HTML5, JavaScript, Angular), web standards and internet protocols Familiarity with Cloud Technologies e.g. Azure or AWS ecosystems Understanding of accessibility and usability best practices Experience with SOA/REST Services/Web API/Microservices Experience in Continuous Integration and Delivery and other DevOps practices Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technologies Excellent Communication and Partnership skills Experience communicating technical issues to non-technical staff Relevant industry certifications Engage in ongoing process improvement. Detailed functional and process knowledge. Utilize deep modeling, design and coding skills. Provide expertise in one or more database environments.