Our Core Values are in everything we do, we expect everyone to embody the Information Technology & Services department’s four cultural pillars…
Accountability & Integrity
We hold ourselves to a high standard and follow through on our commitments. Our transparency, and ability to deliver on our promises make us a trusted and respected business partner.
Customer Focus
We understand our customers’ needs and advocate for them. Our relationship with our customers ensures the technical needs of the business are met.
Growth & Learning
We embrace new technology and skills to better meet the company’s needs. Our passion for new technology keeps us ahead of future opportunities for the business.
Respect
We relate with inclusion, kindness, curiosity, and humility. Respect for differences leads to innovation and collaboration.
Day to Day:
- Proficiency in web service design using RAML, WSDLs, Swagger
- Ability to debug using tools like Postman
- Experience in and opinions on good and bad approaches to systems integration, software development, message-based middleware and SOA, APIs, API management, data modelling
- Additional competencies required for higher level positions:
- Expertise in many key technical aspects and design patterns of integration such REST vs SOAP, pub-sub vs request-reply, when to use message queuing vs not
- Advanced integration experience with industry standard products, preferably SAP CPI, SAP PO/PI, BizTalk;
- Advanced Experience with SOA (Service Oriented Architecture)/ESB (Enterprise Service Bus)
- Advanced knowledge of SDLC, code management concepts and platforms
- 1 to 2 years of general development experience with a mainstream language such as Java, JavaScript, or C#
- Experience with secure coding standards and API security;
- Familiarity with integrating with Cloud/SaaS applications, APIs, SDK of packaged applications and legacy applications
Decision Making/Impact
- Determines appropriate analysis, integration pattern(s), solutions and techniques for obtaining results
- Provides input and recommendations regarding new technologies and concepts for continuous improvement
Come on your first day with:
- Bachelor’s degree in information systems or related field, or equivalent combination of education and technical experience resulting in proven systems skills.
- Candidate’s years of experience and demonstrated knowledge/complexity of assignments/experience will determine the level of position the candidate is hired into.
Special Requirements:
No travel required.
What we offer:
Health & Wellness –
- Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
- Free access to an online wellness resources platform
Work Life Balance -
- Up to 23 Vacation Days
- 80 Hours of Sick Time
- 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
- Flexible work arrangements
- 3 weeks paid parental leave
- Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups
- 1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room
Financial -
- Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary
- Competitive 401K company contribution and match
- 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
- Wellness incentive program
Discounts -
- 20% off natural gas service
- Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
- TriMet Pass for all HQ employees
- Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless
Base salary range: $70,700.00 - $97,000.00 (Level 1), $83,850.00 - $119,450.00 (Level 2), $93,100.00 - $132,650.00 (Level 3) or $116,750.00 - $166,400.00 (Level 4) per year, depending on qualifications
Annual Target Incentive: Level 1, 7.5% target
Level 2, 9.5% target
Level 3, 9.5% target
Level 4, 12.0% target
Targets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% – 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prorated payout.
Application Process: To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including cover letter and resume via our website.
Deadline: 6/5/2024
Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations.
All applications must be submitted through NW Natural’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.
NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com or (971) 979-6341.
NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.
Nearest Major Market: Portland Oregon
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Integration Engineering 1, 2, 3 or 4
Non-Union Position
Applications Support Group 2; Portland, Oregon (US-OR)
Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents.
Regular FT
Posting # 4766
About Us:
At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.
In addition to environmental stewardship, We’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility.
The Role:
Responsible for design, development and management of new and existing integrations across the enterprise. These include cloud to cloud, prem to prem and hybrid scenarios. Position is responsible for developing and maintaining system integrations and components, including but not limited to; application to application integrations, services, internal and external API and file transfer. Responsibility also for integrating new services into the organization’s portfolio of internal systems and existing cloud services. Should be proficient in developing systems using different technologies and can communicate the results back to the technical teams and senior architects. This position will also work with end-users to optimize integration and user-experience. Key contributor in requirements analysis and decomposition, design, development, internal testing and the documentation. This position will partner with the Integration Lead is part of the Enterprise Application team and will work closely with developers and operational support staff.
IT&S Cultural Pillars
Our Core Values are in everything we do, we expect everyone to embody the Information Technology & Services department’s four cultural pillars…
Accountability & Integrity
We hold ourselves to a high standard and follow through on our commitments. Our transparency, and ability to deliver on our promises make us a trusted and respected business partner.
Customer Focus
We understand our customers’ needs and advocate for them. Our relationship with our customers ensures the technical needs of the business are met.
Growth & Learning
We embrace new technology and skills to better meet the company’s needs. Our passion for new technology keeps us ahead of future opportunities for the business.
Respect
We relate with inclusion, kindness, curiosity, and humility. Respect for differences leads to innovation and collaboration.
Day to Day:
- Proficiency in web service design using RAML, WSDLs, Swagger
- Ability to debug using tools like Postman
- Experience in and opinions on good and bad approaches to systems integration, software development, message-based middleware and SOA, APIs, API management, data modelling
- Additional competencies required for higher level positions:
- Expertise in many key technical aspects and design patterns of integration such REST vs SOAP, pub-sub vs request-reply, when to use message queuing vs not
- Advanced integration experience with industry standard products, preferably SAP CPI, SAP PO/PI, BizTalk;
- Advanced Experience with SOA (Service Oriented Architecture)/ESB (Enterprise Service Bus)
- Advanced knowledge of SDLC, code management concepts and platforms
- 1 to 2 years of general development experience with a mainstream language such as Java, JavaScript, or C#
- Experience with secure coding standards and API security;
- Familiarity with integrating with Cloud/SaaS applications, APIs, SDK of packaged applications and legacy applications
Decision Making/Impact
- Determines appropriate analysis, integration pattern(s), solutions and techniques for obtaining results
- Provides input and recommendations regarding new technologies and concepts for continuous improvement
Come on your first day with:
- Bachelor’s degree in information systems or related field, or equivalent combination of education and technical experience resulting in proven systems skills.
- Candidate’s years of experience and demonstrated knowledge/complexity of assignments/experience will determine the level of position the candidate is hired into.
Special Requirements:
No travel required.
What we offer:
Health & Wellness –
- Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
- Free access to an online wellness resources platform
Work Life Balance -
- Up to 23 Vacation Days
- 80 Hours of Sick Time
- 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
- Flexible work arrangements
- 3 weeks paid parental leave
- Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups
- 1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room
Financial -
- Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary
- Competitive 401K company contribution and match
- 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
- Wellness incentive program
Discounts -
- 20% off natural gas service
- Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
- TriMet Pass for all HQ employees
- Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless
Base salary range: $70,700.00 - $97,000.00 (Level 1), $83,850.00 - $119,450.00 (Level 2), $93,100.00 - $132,650.00 (Level 3) or $116,750.00 - $166,400.00 (Level 4) per year, depending on qualifications
Annual Target Incentive: Level 1, 7.5% target
Level 2, 9.5% target
Level 3, 9.5% target
Level 4, 12.0% target
Targets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% – 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prorated payout.
Application Process: To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including cover letter and resume via our website.
Deadline: 6/5/2024
Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations.
All applications must be submitted through NW Natural’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.
NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com or (971) 979-6341.
NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.
Nearest Major Market: Portland Oregon
