IT Application Developer
State of Washington
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IT Application Developer – Journey | Multiple Positions
State of Washington
Dept. of Transportation
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$84,120 - $113,148
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves building, updating, and improving computer applications and data connections for the Washington State Department of Transportation, focusing on modern cloud-based systems to support transportation operations.
You'll work on specific projects like data integration tools and work order apps, ensuring everything is secure and efficient.
It's a great fit for experienced programmers who enjoy team collaboration, learning new tech, and solving real-world business problems in a large government agency.
Key Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to design, develop, enhance, and maintain full stack applications, interfaces, and APIs using modern front-end and back-end technologies
- Extensive experience with C# language and .NET frameworks, including Web API, ASP.NET Webforms, and ASP.NET MVC
- Proven expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, including stored procedures, queries, data transformations, schemas, and views
- Proficiency in Angular or similar front-end frameworks for web application development
- Experience with cloud platforms and cloud-first development practices
- Skills in debugging multi-threaded applications, optimizing code, and tuning database performance
- Ability to translate business requirements into secure technology solutions and implement security best practices
Full Job Description
About WSDOT
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence.
Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state.
In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is seeking three journey level Application Developers to support the Applications Modernization Team in designing, deploying, maintaining, and modernizing major cloud-hosted and on-premises systems across multiple business areas.
These positions will perform the development, support, and modernization of the TRAINS 4 Integrated Data Layer, including C# interfaces and Application Programming Interfaces (API), and the Angular-based Work Order Crosswalk application, with an emphasis on cloud-first development and continuous codebase improvement.
Strong candidates will demonstrate proficiency in C# and .NET development, Angular or similar front-end frameworks, cloud platforms, and collaborative problem-solving in an enterprise environment.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within these roles, the IT Application Developer – Journey will:
- Develop specifications and code, test, maintain, and enhance web applications, interfaces, and APIs containing data from multiple databases and data sources.
- Use standard tools to analyze and optimize code.
- Perform application, interface, and API diagnostics.
- Debug multi-threaded applications, interfaces, and APIs for errors.
- Analyze and tune database queries and stored procedures.
- Translate business requirements into secure, sustainable technology solutions; establish requirements and project expectations.
- Research and implement industry and statewide security standards; learn new technologies and methodologies.
- Ensure proper use of encryption for transmission and storage of sensitive data; ensure that all applications follow all agency security best practices and implement static analysis scanning processes.
- Conduct application reviews and assessments for modernization opportunities.
- Implement performance tuning in alignment with customer needs; work closely with customers to identify and analyze business practice modernization opportunities.
Qualifications
To be considered for these opportunities, the following are required:
- Full Stack Application Developer: Demonstrated ability to design, develop, enhance, and maintain full stack applications, interfaces, and APIs utilizing contemporary front-end and backend technologies typically obtained through experience developing or formal education.
- C# & .NET Frameworks Pruriency: Extensive experience developing, maintaining, and modernizing software solutions using current versions of the C# language and supported .NET frameworks, including the implementation of Web API, ASP.NET Webforms and ASP.NET MVC architectures.
- Database Design & Development: Proven expertise in developing, optimizing, and maintaining database components within Microsoft SQL Server environments, including stored procedures, queries, data transformations, schemas, and views.
- Implementation & Testing of Technical Solutions: Demonstrated capability to interpret and implement technical specifications, perform thorough application and API testing, troubleshoot intricate codebases, and accurately estimate development effort.
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Advanced Cloud Platform Experience: Experience using Microsoft Azure technologies to support, deploy, and maintain enterprise applications.
- Source Control & Version Management: Experience using Git-based source control systems to manage code repositories and collaborate within development teams.
- DevOps & CI/CD Practices: Experience using Azure DevOps to support application lifecycle management, including build, release, and work item tracking.
- Advanced Reporting & Data Proficiency: Experience developing and maintaining SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) reports.
- Web Application Development: Experience developing web applications using ASP.NET MVC and Razor Pages.
- Application Development & Maintenance: Ability to develop, enhance, maintain, and support computer applications throughout their lifecycle.
- IT Architecture & Standards: Knowledge and understanding of information technology architecture, standards, and best practices.
- Systems Analysis, Design, & Implementation: Ability to independently perform analysis, design, programming, testing, and implementation of system components and functions.
- Interpersonal Communication Skills: Effective interpersonal communication skills in both technical and non-technical contexts. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse set of customers, users, and peers.
- Continuous Learning & Adaptability: Ability to learn, adapt, and apply new technologies in a dynamic technical environment.
*To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.
Important Notes
- This recruitment is being used to fill three (3) vacancies and may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit, please visit www.uscis.gov
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position.
For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
Why WSDOT
- Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Robyn.Lovely@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 25DOT-HQ-03455m in the subject line.
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