Description
Programmer Analyst II | Location: 11149 Research Blvd, Austin, TX, 78759| Schedule: Monday- Friday 7:30am-4:00pm | Salary Range: $70,000-$87,500 | FLSA Status: Exempt
At Austin Telco Federal Credit Union, we’re dedicated to making a positive impact on our members, our community, and each other. If you’re someone who enjoys developing and supporting critical technology systems, solving complex technical issues, and working collaboratively to keep systems reliable and efficient, our Programmer Analyst II position could be your next great opportunity. Come grow with us and make a difference every day.
What You'll DoCore System Administration & Development- Maintain, troubleshoot, and configure the Symitar system to ensure availability for members, end-users, and critical service providers.
- Develop, modify, and maintain Symitar core banking applications and utility programs, including SymXchange API, PowerOn, PowerFrame Docs/MicroApps, and OpCon.
- Identify system inefficiencies and implement improvements to optimize core performance and related services.
- Administer and support automation, optical, teller capture systems, SymConnect/SymXchange operations, and Symitar front/back-end applications.
- Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for Symitar and other critical applications through the help desk.
- Serve as an escalation point for complex application support needs.
- Identify problems and determine corrective actions, including developing custom programs when appropriate.
- Collaborate with vendors to implement new software, troubleshoot issues, and support organizational initiatives.
- Review code for quality assurance and ensure development aligns with SDLC methodologies, programming principles, and best practices.
- Maintain accurate technical and procedural documentation for supported systems and applications.
- Provide mentorship and training to junior-level staff.
- Work cross-functionally with internal teams to support system needs and project initiatives.
- Participate in required AML/BSA compliance training.
- Provide on-call support as necessary.
Employees must perform the essential duties of this position in a manner that consistently demonstrates Austin Telco’s mission and values of Respect, Empathy, Service, Integrity, and Cooperation.
What You Bring- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience
- Three to five years of experience with software development
- Proficiency in PowerOn and HTML/CSS3/JavaScript
- Strong understanding of SDLC methodologies (waterfall or agile)
- Strong organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask, follow through, and meet aggressive deadlines
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and off-hours as needed for month-end, quarter-end, and system processing
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams
- Requirement to work nights, weekends, and/or off-hours, with minimal supervision. Month-end (ME) and quarter-end (QE) processing, including statement generation and reports, updates, etc., will require a flexible work schedule.
- Working knowledge of SQL, C#, Java, or other programming languages
- Knowledge of operating systems
- Knowledge of relational database management systems
- Prior experience with credit union operations (IT, Accounting, Member Services, Operations, Lending, Audit, Marketing, Fraud, Collections, day-end/month-end/year-end)
- Experience supporting Symitar-related systems, automation tools, or teller capture systems
- Experience collaborating with vendors on software implementation or troubleshooting
We’re more than a credit union — we’re a community. At Austin Telco, you’ll find a supportive culture, opportunities for growth, and a mission-driven team that puts people first.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus optional coverage for critical illness, legal support, and more
- Paid Time Off: Federal holidays, vacation, sick leave, and special paid days for birthdays, work anniversaries, and other milestones
- Retirement Plans: 401(k) with company match and a pension plan
- Community Engagement: Volunteer opportunities and credit union-sponsored events
- A supportive, mission-driven culture that values respect, empathy, service, integrity, and cooperation
- Good credit standing (verified prior to interview)
- Successful background check and drug screening upon offer
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience
- Three to five years of software development experience
- Proficiency with PowerOn, HTML, CSS3, and JavaScript
- Strong understanding of SDLC methodologies, including waterfall or agile
- Strong organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask, follow through, and meet aggressive deadlines
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and off-hours as needed
- Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams
- Ability to work with minimal supervision during month-end, quarter-end, and system processing
- Working knowledge of SQL, C#, Java, or other programming languages
- Knowledge of operating systems
- Knowledge of relational database management systems
- Prior experience with credit union operations
- Experience supporting Symitar-related systems, automation tools, or teller capture systems
- Experience collaborating with vendors on software implementation or troubleshooting
- Good credit standing
- Successful background check and drug screening
Austin Telco Federal Credit Union Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Austin Telco Federal Credit Union and has not been reviewed or approved by Austin Telco Federal Credit Union.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include both a 401(k) and a defined‑benefit pension, a combination repeatedly highlighted as a standout feature. This depth of retirement support is presented as uncommon for a mid‑sized credit union.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is presented as broad, including paid federal holidays, PTO, extra days for birthdays and work anniversaries, and a vacation buyback option.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay ranges are publicly posted for multiple roles (e.g., tellers around $20/hour and managers in set bands), supporting clearer expectations at hire. Starting rates for frontline roles are described as decent for the work.
Austin Telco Federal Credit Union Insights
What We Do
Austin Telco Federal Credit Union is a member-owned, non-profit financial cooperative serving Greater Austin and the surrounding areas. They provide a comprehensive range of financial services, including mortgages, credit cards, personal loans, and free checking. The organization is dedicated to meeting the financial, savings, lending, and investment goals of both individual members and business clients.
