Applications Developer II

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid annual leave and holidays

State retirement plan

Job summary

State of South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation seeks a software developer to enhance and maintain systems using .NET and C#. The role involves design, coding, testing, and collaboration with stakeholders to align with business requirements.

You will work on data-driven applications, implement responsive GUIs with HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript, and participate in code reviews and change control processes to ensure reliable deployments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus relevant work experience; a related degree may substitute for experience.
• Bachelor's degree in CS or MIS preferred; alternatively an associate degree with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Modify and maintain system programs and software.
• Migrate changes per internal standards and change control procedures.
• Participate in code reviews for changes to be deployed.
• Test and debug applications, coordinating external testing as needed.
• Design, implement, and maintain data-driven applications using .NET (C#).
• Create responsive GUIs using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and related tools.
• Perform system maintenance and troubleshoot software service tickets.
• Test modifications, communicate changes to users, and monitor performance metrics.

Skills

C# language

JavaScript

jQuery

HTML5

CSS3

Object-Oriented Programming

.NET Framework

SQL design

Data-driven apps

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or MIS

Associate degree or higher in related field

Tools

Microsoft.NET

MSSQL

XML

HTML/CSS/JS tooling

Job description

Job ResponsibilitiesCome join our team at the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) where you will experience work-life balance, great benefits, and an exciting career that supports the Agency’s mission to make South Carolina a safe place to work and live.Responsibilities

• You will complete approved modifications to functionality and user experience for systems using standard analysis and design techniques.
• You will migrate system changes according to internal standards and according to change control procedures.
• You will participate in the code review process on all changes that are to be deployed.
• You will test and debug new or existing applications considering business logic and requirements and coordinate external testing with system owners.
• You will intuitively design, implement, and maintain data driven applications using Microsoft.NET (C# language) specification.
• You will create graphical user interfaces using responsive design principles which may include usage of JavaScript, CSS, SASS, LESS and graphical editing tools.
• You will perform system maintenance and troubleshooting related to software service tickets.
• You will test system modifications, communicate changes to users, and monitor system performance metrics to evaluate changes.

Minimum And Additional RequirementsMinimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma and work experience in the modification and maintenance of system programs, the design and development of system software, or the testing and debugging of system software. An associate or a bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for the required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science or management information science or an associate degree and three years’ experience in computer system development, modification, maintenance and/or computer programming; or a high school graduation and five years’ experience in computer system development, modification, maintenance and/or computer programming.
• Knowledge of computer system analysis, design, testing, debugging and maintenance techniques and practices.
• Extensive knowledge of computer programming languages.
• Ability to prepare technical reports in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work effectively with users, vendors and staff members.
• Ability to plan, direct, instruct and review the work of technical personnel.
• Knowledge of SQL Table and Query design.
• Knowledge of how scripts, databases, CSS, and HTML fit into Web Development.
• Familiar with markup languages (XML, HTML).
• Needs a strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming.
• Knowledge of the C# language syntax.
• Experience with MSSQL.
• Experience with JavaScript/JQuery.
• Experience with HTML 5 and CSS 3.0.
• Experience with the .NetFramework.

Other Requirements

• Position works in an office environment with long hours of sitting.
• May be required to bend, stoop, kneel and lift objects up to 75 lbs.
• May be required to work outside of normal Agency business hours, such as evenings and weekends, to meet agency and customer service needs and demands.

Additional CommentsBenefits OfferedThe South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Benefits For State EmployeesThe state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.