Senior Application Programmer

Uniti is a premier insurgent fiber provider dedicated to enabling mission‑critical connectivity across the United States. With a steadfast commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and superior network capabilities, Uniti builds, operates and delivers critical fiber‑based communications services to connect and empower people and businesses. About this Role: We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Sr Application Programmer to join our IT Security development team. This role focuses on the architecture, development, maintenance, and configuration of our Cyber Security applications, emphasizing data modeling and Groovy to support Windstream’s Cyber Security management systems. You will collaborate closely with fellow developers, Cyber Security team members, and other IT teams to ensure our applications meet business requirements. Key Responsibilities: Task Management: Efficiently prioritize and execute tasks in a fast‑paced, rapidly changing environment. Communication: Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills. Team Collaboration: Work effectively within a collaborative, team‑oriented environment. Self‑Motivation: Demonstrate self‑motivation, time management, and organizational skills. Cyber Security Knowledge: Understand fundamental cybersecurity concepts and technologies. Policy Adherence: Comply with all Windstream and Cyber Security policies and procedures. Security Frameworks: Be familiar with security frameworks, particularly the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. Compliance Knowledge: Understand compliance frameworks, especially PCI and SOX. Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality of all cybersecurity incidents, events, and information. External Collaboration: Collaborate with external third parties as required. System Development: Participate in the architecture, configuration, development, deployment, integration, testing, and maintenance of cybersecurity systems. Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software. System Improvement: Identify areas for modification in current cybersecurity systems and develop these improvements. Code Development: Write high‑quality code to complete features on schedule. Operational Evaluation: Assess the operational practicality of applications. System Monitoring: Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve issues on supported security systems to ensure 24x7 availability. SDLC Compliance: Follow Software Development Lifecycle processes and tools. Agile Practices: Apply agile practices and principles to maximize business value and continuously improve customer outcomes. Research: Participate in researching and identifying new and emerging technologies to enhance Windstream’s cybersecurity processes. Required Skills and Experience: Education: College degree or current enrollment in business, computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Software Development: Experience with software design and development in a test‑driven environment. Agile: Familiarity with agile practices and management tools such as Azure Dev Ops and build/deployment YAML pipelines. Coding Languages: Proficiency in coding languages such as Java, C#, Python, Groovy, and JavaScript. APIs and Web Services: Hands‑on experience with one or more of the following: APIs, REST, SOAP, XML, JSON, and HTML. Systems: Hands‑on experience with Windows and Unix operating systems. Databases: Hands‑on experience with one or more of the following: Neo4j, Oracle, mySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, Snowflake. GraphQL: Understanding of GraphQL. Physical Tasks - Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% | Sitting Continuously: 67-100% | Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33% | Pushing‑Pulling: Occasionally: 0-33% | Carrying: Occasional: 0-33% | Reaching Above Head: Occasionally: 0-33% | Lifting‑Lowering >1-15 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | Repetitive Hand Action: Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | Fine Manipulating: frequently: 34% - 66% Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100% | Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100% | Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% | Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% Equipment Used in Job Performance : Computer, Printer, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier The starting compensation range for this job is $76,300 to $104,200. Our Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans 401K Plan Health & Flexible Savings Account Life and AD+DD, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans Educational Assistance Plan Uniti is an equal opportunity employer. At Uniti, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans. Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience. Notice to Non‑U.S. Citizens: Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non‑U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non‑U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non‑U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email View email address on click.appcast.io as soon as possible for information on Uniti’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements. Notice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre‑employment screenings, including but not limited to drug‑screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre‑employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third‑party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre‑employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination. Job Details Job Family IT Job Function Programming Pay Type Salary #J-18808-Ljbffr Uniti