Location: Herndon, VA
URL: http://www.wges.com
What sets WGES apart from the rest?
The employee experience at Washington Gas Energy Services, Inc. (WGES) is very distinct from other companies. In addition to our great compensation package and bonus program, employees enjoy the ability to see how their contribution impacts the bottom line. Senior management is available, approachable and they help provide the right tools for success. Employees are encouraged to attend training seminars, continue their education, pursue professional certifications, be creative when improving processes and overall are given the tools to help them succeed. There is an active internal posting policy that allows branching out into other areas of the company. Most jobs offer a wide range of flexibility including work hours, job structure and most importantly this position is not on call. We host employee appreciation events every month, believe in a work/life balance, recognize and reward hard working employees; offer a casual yet professional environment, and proactively seek feedback on what is right and what can be improved. We strive to make the employee experience extraordinary.
WGES is the leading competitive retail energy marketer in the mid-Atlantic region and focuses on selling natural gas and electricity, including wind-powered electricity, to both commercial and residential customers. We are a medium sized organization with over a billion dollars in revenue. WGES is a subsidiary of WGL Holdings and an affiliate of Washington Gas.
WGES has long been recognized for its efforts to promote the development of renewable energy in the Mid-Atlantic region. Clean Air Partners, a Baltimore/Washington regional organization, honored WGES with its 2003 Clean Air Trendsetter Award for its innovative efforts in promoting wind power. In 2007, the County Executive of Montgomery County Maryland recognized WGES for its support of the County’s Clean Energy Rewards program. All residential electricity supplies provided by WGES include regional wind power as part of the supply portfolio, above the levels required by local legislation, and WGES has been a leading supplier of wind power to federal, state and local governments as well as to private companies.
WGES is constantly working to reduce the impact of its office operations on the environment, including using recycled content copy paper, reducing lighting energy use, and using environmentally friendly cleaning products and other office supplies. We also help our employees share their ideas on saving energy and learn about new energy saving opportunities though our internal on-line forum, our "green wall" and distributing sample products at company events.
Due to the growth of our company we are currently seeking to fill the position of Web Application Developer/Programmer.
Position Summary:
The individual in this position will lead the development of computer applications to support WGES operations. The ideal candidate must be able to work independently, and quickly grasp/ implement complex business processes and technical solutions.
In this integral position the team member:
• Identifies, designs, creates and maintains software applications supporting all business functions of WGES
• Interacts with senior level management and/or user community to gather and analyze requirements
• Provides web-based application design and development based on industry standards
• Performs unit testing for software components, programs, applications, and database interfaces
• Follows proper processes and documentation requirements for all inputs and assumptions
• Mentors WGES staff members in understanding the WGES data model and operational process flow
• Works with outside vendors to integrate external and internal business processes
• Communicates with other units within WGES to understand and support changing business processes due to the dynamics of the energy market.
We can teach you the energy business if you have:
• Minimum 5 years experience in programming and development skills, with at least three years direct experience with ASP.Net, C# (.Net Framework 2.0/3.0), ASP, JavaScript, XML, XSLT, and HTML.
• Minimum 2 years extensive hands-on experience with Oracle SQL and PL/SQL which includes stored procedures, functions, triggers, and views creation.
• Knowledge of Java a plus.
• BS in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Finance, Statistics, Economics, Physics, or other quantitative discipline
• Strong application design, database modeling, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process and the ability to manage/promote it.
• Ability to be creative while performing in a fast-paced, deadline oriented work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team-member with all levels of staff within an organization.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
WGES Benefits Summary:
We offer a competitive compensation, signing bonus and benefits package including:
- Excellent salary and bonus program
- Health and dental coverage
- Employer paid Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability/Life Insurance coverage
- 401(k) plan with employer match and immediate vesting
- 4 weeks paid vacation
- Up to 2 weeks of sick leave
- Paid volunteer leave
- Flexible spending accounts
- Generous tuition reimbursement program
- Service Anniversary Award program
- Relocation will be considered
Location and Facilities:
• WGES is located in Herndon, Virginia.
• We have a spacious modern office suite stocked with all the comforts of home.
• The office building has a free workout room with shower facilities, tennis court, basketball court, picnic tables, and covered parking.
To Apply:
Send a letter matching your qualifications to those listed above with your resume to WGESJOBS@WGES.COM or fax to 703-793-7590. If selected for an interview, please bring 2 writing samples with you. For consideration, include salary history and Job Code “SA 37”.
WGES is an equal opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to our workplace. EOE M/F/D/V
To apply: Send resume and cover letter to wgesjobs@wges.com