Full-Time
Application Developer 1
Enterprise Document Migration
Updated on 9/4/2026
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
1,001-5,000 employees
Operates regional public transit network
Compensation Overview
$57.1k - $81.6k/yr
New York, NY, USA
In Person
May be required to work at any MTA Agency location.
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- Basic programming skills in Metropolitan Transportation Authority information Technology-supported languages and software packages; basic knowledge of secure coding techniques is a plus.
- Basic knowledge and some experience applying programming logic to the development and debugging of software applications.
- Basic knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems and internet technologies.
- Good interpersonal skills, ability to function as part of a team that might include end-users as well as other technical staff.
- Ability to conceptualize business requirements of the program being developed, including the ability to identify underlying principles and the appropriate data handling techniques required.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Good analytical skills.
- Ability to initiate, demonstrate flexibility, and good time management skills.
- Availability to handle production problems outside normal workday hours.
- Programming skills in Metropolitan Transportation Authority IT-supported languages and software packages; basic secure coding techniques are a plus.
- Knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems and internet technologies.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting skills and ability to handle multiple programming tasks simultaneously.
- Strong programming skills in an MTA IT-supported language.
- Strong knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems and internet technologies.
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to function as part of a team that might include end-users as well as other technical staff.
- Demonstrated ability to conceptualize business requirements of the program being developed, including the ability to identify underlying principles and the appropriate data handling techniques required.
- Strong leadership and oral and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to handle multiple programming tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to initiate, demonstrate flexibility, and good time management skills.
- Advanced programming skills in an MTA IT-supported language, including secure coding techniques.
- Advanced knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems and internet technologies.
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to function as part of a team that might include end-users as well as other technical staff.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Advanced ability to conceptualize business requirements of the program being developed, including the ability to identify underlying principles and the appropriate data handling techniques required.
- Ability to instruct and guide less senior software developers/analysts.
- Advanced programming skills in an MTA IT-supported language, including secure coding techniques.
- Excellent knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems and internet technologies.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to function as part of a team that might include end-users as well as other technical staff.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated strong troubleshooting skills and ability to handle multiple programming tasks simultaneously.
- Strong ability to conceptualize business requirements of the program being developed, including the ability to identify underlying principles and the appropriate data handling techniques required.
- Strong leadership skills and excellent oral and written communication skills, particularly the ability to describe technical issues in non-technical terms.
- Demonstrated ability to plan activities and instruct and guide less senior software developers/analysts.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Ability to demonstrate highly developed knowledge of current industry-standard IT technologies and market trends.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, present, and apply complex technology solutions to solve critical business requirements effectively and efficiently.
- Proven experience working with senior-level staff contributing to both short and long-term, technology-related planning strategies.
MTA runs North America’s largest public transit network, serving about 15.3 million people across New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut through six agencies: NYC Transit, MTA Bus, LIRR, Metro-North, Bridges and Tunnels, and Construction & Development. It moves roughly 2.6 billion trips each year using subways, buses, commuter rails, bridges and tunnels, and related facilities. It differentiates itself by operating multiple transit modes under one umbrella, providing integrated services across districts and modes with extensive infrastructure. Its goal is to provide safe, clean, efficient public transportation that serves as the region’s lifeline and mobility backbone while supporting staff with solid benefits.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1834
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- March 3, 2026, Judge Liman upheld congestion pricing, protecting a growing revenue stream.
- June 2026 fare-gate deployments target fare evasion, a $350 million annual leakage source.
- Phase 2 will add East Harlem access by 2032, strengthening the network’s core value.
What critics are saying
- Subway weekday on-time performance fell to 82% in first-half 2026, eroding rider trust.
- The MTA still needs $3 billion in savings for its $68.4 billion capital plan.
- Federal funding fights continue; another Sean Duffy-style reversal could choke Phase 2 reimbursements.
What makes Metropolitan Transportation Authority unique
- MTA controls New York’s integrated subways, buses, bridges, and commuter rails, unmatched in U.S. scale.
- Congestion pricing generated $562 million in 2025, creating a dedicated funding engine for capital upgrades.
- Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 broke ground June 2026, showing rare megaproject execution capacity.
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