Spire Inc
Lead Analyst, Application Support (Energy Trade & Risk Management)
Spire Inc, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Lead Analyst, Application Support (Energy Trade & Risk Management)
At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team.By living our values of drive, safety, inclusion and integrity, we strive to create an environment where every employee feels welcome, respected and valued.Summary
Spire is seeking an Application Support Lead Analyst. This position will be responsible for serving as the primary subject matter expert for technical and business driven applications in support of the Spire Marketing team.Duties and Responsibilities
Thorough knowledge of business processes in assigned area of responsibilityAct as lead IT representative for ETRM related applications and processesEnsure ITS change management policies and procedures are followed as they relate to the ETRM related systemsPerform initial positive and negative testing for solutions prior to releasing for user acceptance testingAbility to quickly learn and adapt to new technology features as needed to support business goalsWrite documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, and correctionsProactively work with ETRM vendor to maintain health of the ETRM environments, create support requests, as needed, for defects, upgrades, etc.Recommend patches, upgrades, and configuration changesCreate support requests and work with vendor support teams, as needed, for defects, upgrades, etc.Practice effective organizational and analytical skillsUpdate and maintain internal software documentation.Create and update reports; implement changes to report.Provide user security reports for audit.Understand software quality best practices, test strategy and planningIdentify all potential problems associated with the implementation of a project and develop a test plan to cover all the areas of those problemsMeet with team members and end-users to discuss and capture accurate direction on all projects. Use experience to direct best resolution selection, coding, testing and delivery processesReading technical manuals, conduct system diagnostics, and provide technical guidance.Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesAbility to adapt in a fast-moving and changing cultureAll other duties as assignedRequired Education (certifications, licenses)
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or comparable work experience and certificationRequired knowledge, skill and abilities
7+ years of IT related experience7+ years of ETRM systems experience7+ years of experience with commodity trading and risk5+ years of Systems Analysis experience5+ years of project related experience3+ years of experience with Windows Server3+ years of Report Writing experience3+ years of Endur experienceStrong experience with Endur front, middle, and back office modulesStrong experience working with PL/SQL and SQLExperience with Oracle DatabaseExperience with Java development toolsExperience with versioning software is preferredStrong knowledge of Microsoft based operating systems with emphasis on Windows Server.Experience with SQL and report buildingWilling to learn new skills and modulesPhysical demands, environment and schedule
Hybrid Work Environment - Remote work and work performed in a shared office environmentTypically, 8 hours a day, Monday through Friday. Work after hours and travel may be required.Posting Requirements
Spire accepts online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.comPosting requirements:
The above posting description is intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.Spire, Inc., and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team.By living our values of drive, safety, inclusion and integrity, we strive to create an environment where every employee feels welcome, respected and valued.Summary
Spire is seeking an Application Support Lead Analyst. This position will be responsible for serving as the primary subject matter expert for technical and business driven applications in support of the Spire Marketing team.Duties and Responsibilities
Thorough knowledge of business processes in assigned area of responsibilityAct as lead IT representative for ETRM related applications and processesEnsure ITS change management policies and procedures are followed as they relate to the ETRM related systemsPerform initial positive and negative testing for solutions prior to releasing for user acceptance testingAbility to quickly learn and adapt to new technology features as needed to support business goalsWrite documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, and correctionsProactively work with ETRM vendor to maintain health of the ETRM environments, create support requests, as needed, for defects, upgrades, etc.Recommend patches, upgrades, and configuration changesCreate support requests and work with vendor support teams, as needed, for defects, upgrades, etc.Practice effective organizational and analytical skillsUpdate and maintain internal software documentation.Create and update reports; implement changes to report.Provide user security reports for audit.Understand software quality best practices, test strategy and planningIdentify all potential problems associated with the implementation of a project and develop a test plan to cover all the areas of those problemsMeet with team members and end-users to discuss and capture accurate direction on all projects. Use experience to direct best resolution selection, coding, testing and delivery processesReading technical manuals, conduct system diagnostics, and provide technical guidance.Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesAbility to adapt in a fast-moving and changing cultureAll other duties as assignedRequired Education (certifications, licenses)
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or comparable work experience and certificationRequired knowledge, skill and abilities
7+ years of IT related experience7+ years of ETRM systems experience7+ years of experience with commodity trading and risk5+ years of Systems Analysis experience5+ years of project related experience3+ years of experience with Windows Server3+ years of Report Writing experience3+ years of Endur experienceStrong experience with Endur front, middle, and back office modulesStrong experience working with PL/SQL and SQLExperience with Oracle DatabaseExperience with Java development toolsExperience with versioning software is preferredStrong knowledge of Microsoft based operating systems with emphasis on Windows Server.Experience with SQL and report buildingWilling to learn new skills and modulesPhysical demands, environment and schedule
Hybrid Work Environment - Remote work and work performed in a shared office environmentTypically, 8 hours a day, Monday through Friday. Work after hours and travel may be required.Posting Requirements
Spire accepts online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.comPosting requirements:
The above posting description is intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.Spire, Inc., and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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