Job Openings | Astra Solutions

Full Stack Software Developer - Tulsa, OK

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 12:51:13 GMT

Job Purpose

The Full Stack Software Developer will execute full lifecycle software development to build high-quality, innovative and fully performing software that complies with coding standards and technical design.

Duties and Responsibilities

Design, development, test and implement web-based applications using OWASP software development practices.
Design, develop and test database packages and objects.
Identify and analyze user requirements
Review, test and debug team members’ code
Prepare project plans and manage projects to assure objectives are met on time and within budget.
Design systems with understanding of reusability, scalability.
Deploy and maintain functional, secure and high-quality applications with attention to detail.
Assure compliance with industry standard policies, procedures, and regulations.
Assist in training and orientation of other staff and users.
Maintain proficiency in programming languages, object oriented design, and testing.
Remain current on technical and professional developments affecting area of responsibility.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

B.S. degree in Computer Science / Information Technology or related field
Minimum of five years of solid experience in ASP.NET / C# and full Software Development Life Cycle of Design, Documentation, Coding, Testing / Debugging, Implementation, and Maintenance.
Excellent customer service attitude, good communications skills (both verbal and written), good project management and organizational skills and the ability to cope with and manage a constantly changing environment.
High Level of expertise with C#, ASP.NET, Visual Studio 20XX, Javascript, JQuery, Relational Databases (Oracle, PL/SQL preferred)
Strong experience with one or more leading JavaScript frameworks (Angular, Vue, React, etc.)
Working knowledge of Version Control systems such as SVN & GIT
Experience with ASP.NET Web API 2 and MVC 5 is a plus
Experience with Classic ASP, Ajax, CSS/Web UI Layout (+basic Photoshop skills), XML/JSON, SQL, Web Services is a plus.
Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to think algorithmically, self-starter

Working Conditions

Job requires sitting most of the time working on a computer. Normal working hours but may require evening or weekend hours under special conditions.

Network Analyst - Contract - Tulsa, OK

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 18:34:27 GMT

ASTRA Solutions is now seeking a Network Analyst for a contract role with a great client in Tulsa, OK. Qualified applicants will be contacted within 24 hours.

Summary:
The main function of a network analyst is to install, configure, and support an organization’s local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and Internet system or a segment of a network system. A typical network analyst is responsible for preparing and submitting comprehensive feasibility studies including detailed documentation of procedure and personnel utilization with recommendations. They will typically report to a network engineer or architect.

Responsibilities:
• Adjust network sizes to meet volume or capacity demands
• Communicate with customers, sales staff, or marketing staff to determine customer needs
• Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs or upgrades
• Design, build, or operate equipment configuration prototypes, including network hardware, software, servers, or server operation systems
• Determine specific network hardware or software requirements such as platforms, interfaces, bandwidths, or routine schemas
• Develop and implement solutions for network problems

Skills:
• Network/systems administration/related work experience required
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification a plus
• Knowledge of computer hardware as it relates to data storage
• Knowledge of computer software, such as configuration management software, desktop communications software, operating system software and internet directory services software

Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required
• 5-7 years experience required

Direct Hire - Business Analyst - Tulsa, OK

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 19:09:28 GMT

ASTRA Solutions is now seeking a Business Analyst for a Direct Hire role in Tulsa, OK.

Job Purpose
The Business Analyst will be a vital link between information technology capacity and business objectives by supporting and ensuring the successful completion of analytical, building, testing, and deployment tasks of software product's features.
Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in business requirements gathering and translating to information systems, assist in project management, coordinate projects with third‐party vendors, assist in quality assurance of applications.
Define reporting and alerting requirements.
Own and develop relationship with partners, working with them to optimize and enhance integrations.
Help design, document, and maintain system processes.
Report on common sources of technical issues or questions and make recommendations.
Constantly be on the lookout for ways to improve monitoring, discover issues, and deliver better value to the customer.
Assist in training and orientation of other staff and users.
Develop proficiency in project management and systems analysis skills.
Remain current on technical and professional developments affecting area of responsibility.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
· B.S. degree in a technical major or minor and previous experience as a Business/Systems Analyst or in
Quality Assurance
· Excellent customer service attitude, good communications skills (both verbal and written), good project management and organizational skills and the ability to cope with and manage a constantly changing environment
· Proven experience in eliciting requirements and testing
· Experience in analyzing data to draw business‐relevant conclusions and in data visualization techniques and tools
· Solid experience in writing SQL queries and creating test scripts
· Basic knowledge in generating process documentation
· Excellent problem‐solving skills, self‐starter

C++ Developer - Direct Hire- $95-110k - Tulsa, OK

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 09:13:54 GMT

ASTRA Solutions is now seeking a C++ Developer for a Direct Hire role in Tulsa, OK. Salary range is between $95-110k with an excellent benefits package. Qualified candidates will be contacted within 24 hours.

The Software Developer will execute full life-cycle software development to build high‐quality, innovative and fully performing software that complies with coding standards and technical design.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist in development, design, and implementation of back-end processes.  Serve as member of a project team or as an individual contributor as assigned.
When assigned as project manager, prepare project plans and manage projects to assure objectives are on time and within budget.  Evaluate performance of project team and reports performance
Perform application development tasks, including: working with users to define system needs, design applications to meet user needs, translating logic diagrams into program statements, installing and implementing vendor packages, and conducting research in emerging technologies.
Design, code, test, debug, and document programs.
Assist in training and orientation of other staff and users.
Develop proficiency in project management and systems analysis skills.
Maintain proficiency in programming languages, program development, and testing.
Remain current on technical and professional developments affecting area of responsibility.
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
B.S. degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or related field and five to eight years of solid experience in Linux, Object Oriented Development/C++, shell scripting,  encryption, queues, exception handling, client/server and full Software Development Life Cycle of Design, Documentation, Coding, Testing/Debugging, Implementation, and Maintenance.

Maximo Business Process Analyst - Tulsa, OK

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 11:29:08 GMT

ASTRA Solutions is now seeking a Maximo Business Process Analyst for our client in Tulsa, OK. This is a 6 month contract with a possibility to extend. While on contract, the hourly rate is ($50/hour). Qualified candidates will be contacted within 24 hours.

Summary:
The main function of the Maximo Business Process Analyst role is to perform data builds and validations of Maximo equipment (Locations and Assets) hierarchies from Piping and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs). Additionally, this position will be tasked with conducting various data quality assurance activities, including data analysis and reconciliation within the Maximo system.

Responsibilities:
• Working alongside the corporate Maintenance Process Center of Excellence (COE) Team, the Maximo BPA will interpret P&IDs and perform buildout of Maximo equipment hierarchy data
• Prepare data load files for upload into Maximo system, specifically equipment files (Location and Asset records) with associated attributes as well as Preventive Maintenance and Job Plan record data
• Facilitate various data validations with Maintenance Process COE and Operations teams
• Perform data analysis and cleanup activities to facilitate compliance and alignment with both corporate and Maximo hierarchy data standards

Skills
• Experience with Maximo (Computerized Maintenance Management System) or similar system
• Knowledge of Piping and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs)
• Knowledge of Functional Location equipment hierarchy methodology
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Demonstrated history of success
• Desire to work with data and to help business make better data-driven decisions
• Advanced Excel, Power Pivot skills (Power BI is a plus)
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point

Education/Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field required. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• 5-7 years applicable experience required

Developer - Tulsa, OK

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 13:03:55 GMT

ASTRA Solutions is now seeking a Developer for a great client. Qualified applicants will be contacted within 24 hours.

Summary:
The main function of a Developer is to design, develop, and implement applications using general languages and technologies (e.g. - Java, SQL Server, HTML) to support business requirements.

Responsibilities:
• Analyze highly complex business requirements; generate technical specifications to design or redesign complex software components and applications
• Act as an expert technical resource for modeling, simulation and analysis efforts
• Leverage industry best practices to design, test, implement and support a solution
• Assure quality, security and compliance requirements are met for supported area
• Be flexible and thrive in an evolving environment
• Adapt to change quickly and adjust work accordingly in a positive manner

Skills:
• Development experience in needed language or technology (e.g. - Java, SQL server, HTML)
• Hands on experience in designing, developing and successful deployment of large scale projects from end-to-end
• Hands on experience in following the iterative and agile SDLC

Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required
• 2-4 years experience required

SSIS Integration Developer ($65/hr) - Tulsa, OK

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 09:17:03 GMT

ASTRA Solutions is now searching for an SSIS Integration Developer for our client in Tulsa, OK. This is approximately a 6 month contract with possibility to extend. Qualified applicants will be contacted within 24 hours.

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Knowledge and experience in a professional discipline; still acquiring higher-level capabilities
• Applies principles, theories and concepts and solves complex problems
• Uses best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve products, services or processes; takes a new perspective using existing solutions
• Mentors other team members
• Provides application software development services or technical support
• Develops program logic for new applications or analyzes/modifies logic in existing applications
• Codes, tests, debugs, documents, implements and maintains software applications
• Analyzes requirements and maintains, tests and integrates application components
• Ensures that system improvements are successfully implemented
• Provides systems analysis, design and development, including requirements, design, construction, testing and implementation
• Works with the defined business and technical requirements to deliver software solutions
• Adapts applications to serve user needs
• Assists with information gathering and documentation, Software Development Lifecycle (SLDC) and testing required ability to interact professionally with all levels of management
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Years of Experience:
• Required: Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field or equivalent experience and minimum five (5) years’ IT experience

ADDITIONAL DESCRIPTION

Measurement:
• Experience in all phases of application development, design and delivery of application solutions as selected by the business.
• Experience with MS SSIS.
• Experience with ETL.
• Experience developing SQL for MS SQL Databases and Oracle Databases.
• Experience with Visual Studio.
• Experience with ActiveBatch is ideal.
• Willing to do support for older solutions with other languages such as Java, Perl, and PowerShell

IT Project Manager ($60-70/hour) - Tulsa, OK

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 15:51:33 GMT

ASTRA Solutions is now seeking an IT Project manager for our client in Tulsa, OK. This is a contract position with the potential to convert. While on contract the salary range is $60-70 per hour. Qualified candidates will be contacted within 24 hours.

Summary:
The primary function of a Project Manager – IT is to plan, execute, and finalize projects on time and on budget. Coordinating efforts of team members, vendors, and consultants to deliver projects according to plan is essential. The Project Manager will also define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.

Responsibilities:
• Oversees various system projects of a highly complex nature.
• Responsible for assembling project team, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of project.
• Must be familiar with the system scope and project objectives, as well as the role and function of each team member, in order to effectively coordinate the activities of the team.
• Utilizes expertise and leadership skills to direct staff and to resolve issues to ensure project goals and requirements are met.
• Takes responsibility for projects involving multiple disciplines in the IT function.

Skills:
• Solid understanding of Project Methodologies and tools
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Track record of driving project teams to meet business requirements on-time and budget
• Effective communicator at all levels (Team member to Sr. Leadership)
• Effective at managing a project team to meet challenging delivery dates.
• Capable of driving discussions across multiple business & IM areas to define requirements, resolve issues, etc…
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office Tools, including Microsoft Project
• Experience with waterfall and agile methodologies
• Experience with vendor software package implementations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Possess specialized, in-depth knowledge and experience with ESRI products and the area of GIS.
• Proficient in the use of ArcGIS/ArcView software. Working knowledge of current third-party survey software used to manage electronic survey data with the CAD and GIS environments. Proficient in the use of GIS analysis tools.
• Prior experience in the Oil & Gas industry preferred
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work effectively on tight deadlines as necessary
• Exceptional customer service skills, including the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of customers.

Education/Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field preferred
• 8-10 years of experience
• Prior experience in the Oil & Gas industry is preferred

Business Systems Analyst ($45-60/hr) - Tulsa, OK

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 20:53:35 GMT

Astra Solutions is now seeking a Business Systems Analyst for our premier client in Tulsa, OK. This is a contract role with a potential to convert. While on contract, the hourly rate is $45-60/per hour. Qualified candidates will be contacted within 24 hours.

Description:

The Business Analyst/Test Lead will be responsible for planning and conducting a wide range of testing functions to ensure that all applications and processes meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. This role is expected to perform test planning, test design and test execution, track and report status and ensure that the testing covers all end user requirements. Partners with line-of-business teams, application teams, project managers, and others to provide a consolidated perspective of testing activities across projects to aid in managing and mitigating testing risks and issues.

The Business Analyst/Test Lead will lead and support the test effort across multiple projects. This individual will join a group of 10-15.

Skills:
* Design and execute test plans, scenarios, scripts and procedures.
* Review and understand business requirements; map the requirements to relevant test cases to ensure adequate test coverage.
* Coordinate and manage user or third party testing, including UAT.* Track testing by test scenarios, test cases and test steps. Report on these items.
* Develop testing strategies that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.
* Manage software defects tracking, reporting, follow-up, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to management.
* Define and perform regression testing.
* Monitor bug resolution efforts and track successes.
* Plan test schedules in accordance with project scope or delivery dates.
* Review software documentation to ensure technical accuracy, compliance, or completeness, or to mitigate risks.
* Test system modifications to prepare for implementation.
* Collaborate with developers to evaluate or diagnose problems and recommend possible solutions.
* Define and report to management on test metrics.

Requirements/Qualifications:
• Leads project/subprogram level test planning sessions.
• Creates project-level test status reporting including reporting for leadership.
• Provides subprogram-level test status reporting and summary level metrics.
• Leads project test status meetings and topic calls.
• Coordinates test sign-off approvals.

* Bachelor and/or graduate degree or equivalent experience
* Experience in testing software and developing business requirements for internally built and vendor purchased systems
* Expertise in test planning, troubleshooting, debugging and problem solving; and with ability to come up with comprehensive test cases
* Strong spirit of innovation, self-starter, independent. Ability to self-start and work with minimum direction is critical
* Ability to work and participate in a team setting with an open, collaborative communication style, partner effectively cross-group
* The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables concurrently
* The ability to take a broad view of the system as a whole
* Passion for quality and attention to details
* Strong oral and written English

.NET Web Developer - DIRECT HIRE! - Tulsa,, OK

Thu, 24 Jan 2019 11:24:52 GMT

ASTRA Solutions is searching for a Web Developer for a great client in Tulsa, OK. This is a direct hire position with excellent benefits. Salary is dependent on experience. The work environment is collaborative and team focused. This person will not be afraid to dig in and get their hands dirty and will proactively identify new alternatives and suggestions to existing processes.

The Web Developer will report directly to a Senior Web Developer and interact with other product developers; good communication skills are a must. The ideal Web Developer will have experience with .NET, HTML5 / CSS3, SPA Frameworks, XML documentation, Scrum and writing unit tests. Experience with Xamarin and Telerik controls are a plus. Above all, the Web Developer must be passionate about writing quality code.
Responsibilities:

Collaborate with Senior Web Developer and core product development team.
Coordinate integration testing efforts and deployment of builds to test labs.
Plan and report activities and progress on assigned tasks.
Collaborate with the architect and development teams to implement the architecture.
Perform other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is preferred.
2 to 4 years of programming experience in enterprise applications:
- Design
- Development, using C# programming language
- Documentation
- Unit Testing
- Agile methodologies (Scrum)
Experience with .Net platform and C# (ASP.NET, Core MVC, Web API)
Experience with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, SPA frameworks (Aurelia is a plus)
Experience with SQL Server 2008 or above
Experience with Xamarin

Capabilities:

Ability to multitask – Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration
Self-Motivated – Undertakes tasks or activities without frequent supervision
Communication skills –Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary
Problem solving skills – Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve complex / difficult problems