Database/Software Developer

Tacoma Community College; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Vacation, sick and personal leave

Job summary

Tacoma Community College (TCC) is seeking an experienced software and database professional to perform advanced hands-on work across software development, database design, API development, and system optimization. The role covers SQL Server administration, T-SQL, SSIS/SSRS, and data integration to support business applications.

Ideal candidates will have strong development experience with C#/.NET, SQL Server, and reporting tools, along with a commitment to secure, scalable solutions and high

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 4 years of professional experience designing, developing, supporting, and optimizing business applications and SQL Server database environments.
• Experience designing, developing, supporting, and optimizing web applications, APIs, and data integrations.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and optimize database standards, procedures and documentation.
• Design, develop, test, and maintain business applications, web apps, APIs, and system integrations.
• Analyze requirements and translate them into secure, scalable software and database solutions.
• Develop and support features using development tools, frameworks, coding standards, and best practices.
• Administer, monitor, and optimize SQL Server environments for performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot complex applications, databases, and reporting issues, and perform query optimization.

Skills

SQL Server Administration

T-SQL

SSIS/SSRS

C#/.Net

JavaScript

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / related field

Tools

PowerShell

SSIS

SSRS

Power BI

Job description

Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with nearby mountain ranges and Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating and camping. Tacoma, Washington has been ranked as one of the most livable cities in the country, due to the increasing career opportunities, cultural diversity and community engagement, just to name a few.

Tacoma Community College (TCC) was built on the ancestral territory of Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Puyallup and Squaxin Island Tribes. The 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty forcibly removed them to Reservations to make way for colonizers; we recognize the privilege of utilizing this land has come at a great cost. We honor the resilience of the Puyallup and Squaxin Island people, who still live here, defend their rights, and contribute greatly to the well‑being of our community. Our institution aims to increase partnerships and community ties with the local indigenous populations. Moreover, TCC stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the Black community by further strengthening collaboration with the Black Student Union as well as community entities such as the Tacoma‑Pierce County Black Collective, the Tacoma Urban League, and local black‑owned businesses. In addition, we strongly support the Stop Asian Hate movement and have an active Asian Pacific Islander Student Club as well as an Asian and Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Coalition. TCC is committed to developing more culturally responsive curricula by infusing and incorporating more educational content focused on the lives, experiences, and contributions of Native, Black, Latine, Asian, and other marginalized communities. We continually strive to become an anti‑racist institution.

We are specifically focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black/African‑American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice‑involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community. To this end, TCC seeks applicants who:

• Value intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching.
• Welcome difference and model respectful interaction with others.
• Recognize and honor the important role that diversity brings to an educational community.
• Are committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population.
• Are committed to teaching in a community college setting.
• Care deeply about student success.
• Intentionally support and promote efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Honor TCC’s mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities.
• Reflect the diversity of our community.

Regional Setting

For information on Tacoma and the surrounding area: https://www.tacomacc.edu/tcc-life/life_in_tacoma

Position Summary

Under administrative direction, this position performs advanced hands‑on work in software development, database development, application design, system support, and the optimization of business applications and the database systems that power them. This role combines application development, API development, SQL Server administration, database development, reporting, data integration, and performance tuning. The ideal candidate has strong experience with software development, Microsoft SQL Server, T‑SQL, stored procedures, SSIS, SSRS, query optimization, indexing, backup and recovery, High Availability, Disaster Recovery, and Always On Availability Groups.

• Create and maintain database standards, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain business applications, web applications, APIs, and system integrations.
• Analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into secure, scalable, and maintainable software and database solutions.
• Develop, enhance, and support application features using approved development tools, frameworks, coding standards, and best practices.
• Design, develop, and optimize SQL Server databases, tables, views, stored procedures, functions, triggers, and queries.
• Administer, monitor, maintain, and support Microsoft SQL Server environments to ensure availability, performance, reliability, and security.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex web applications, database, integration, reporting, and performance issues.
• Perform query optimization, index tuning, execution plan analysis, and database performance monitoring.
• Manage database backups, restores, migrations, upgrades, patching, and recovery processes.
• Implement and support High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions, including Always On Availability Groups.
• Develop and maintain data integrations, ETL processes, and automated jobs using tools such as SSIS, SQL Agent, PowerShell, or related technologies.
• Create, maintain, and support reports, dashboards, and data extracts using SSRS or other reporting tools.
• Support application and database security, including user access, roles, permissions, data protection, and compliance with institutional standards.
• Collaborate with IT teams, business users, vendors, and stakeholders to identify needs, resolve issues, and improve system functionality.
• Participate in system planning, testing, deployment, change management, and production support activities.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, system diagrams, database standards, procedures, and support materials.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new technologies, tools, and process improvements to enhance application and database services.
• Provide advanced technical support and respond to incidents, service requests, and system outages as needed.
• Follow software development lifecycle practices, source control procedures, testing standards, and IT security requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education to Experience Equivalences

Associate's Degree = 2 years | Bachelor's Degree = 4 years | Master's Degree = 6 years

Duties of the position require knowledge, skills and abilities

• Actively participates as a member of a team to achieve shared goals and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Establishes and maintains professional, collegial, and cooperative working relationships with students, employees, vendors, and external partners.
• Provides responsive, respectful, and customer‑focused technical support while communicating complex technical concepts to users with varying levels of technical expertise.
• Exercises sound judgment and discretion when working with confidential or sensitive information and follows established security, privacy, and ethical standards.
• Demonstrates accountability by following through on commitments, producing quality work, and taking appropriate responsibility for decisions and outcomes.
• Supports an inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace by valuing diverse perspectives and fostering collaboration across departments. Supports departmental and college strategic initiatives through innovation, continuous process improvement, and collaboration.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server Administration (SQL Server 2016 and higher).
• Demonstrated proficiency in T‑SQL programming.
• Extensive experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
• Extensive experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS).
• Excellent troubleshooting and decision‑making skills, with the ability to handle critical incidents and deliver timely resolutions with minimal supervision.

Preferred Skills

• C#/.Net, JavaScript, and Python experience.
• Experience with PowerShell automation and scripting.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with Power BI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 4 years of professional experience designing, developing, supporting, and optimizing business applications and SQL Server database environments.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Conditions of Employment

• The finalist for this position will be subject to a criminal background check prior to the start of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily prevent employment, but will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis by HR staff.
• Tacoma Community College has no responsibility or obligation to sponsor an H‑1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Terms of Employment

This is a full‑time professional position contracted on an annual basis. The salary is $118,506-118,506 annually. The work hours are Monday through Friday; 7:00am to 4:00pm. Must be available occasional evenings, nights, and weekends as needed. Summer schedule may vary to four 10‑hour days. Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Tacoma Community College offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package for you and your dependents including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Life and long‑term disability insurance plans; vacation, sick, and personal leave; reduced tuition for the employee; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, please visit our employment page/employment benefits: https://www.tacomacc.edu/about/employment.

Tacoma Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies: Patricia McCray Roberts, Title VII and Title IX, Building 14, 253‑566‑5051; Kathryn Held, Section 504 Officer, Building 7, 253‑566‑5328. Tacoma Community College is a smoke‑free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.

Tacoma Community College, Human Resources 6501 S 19th St Bldg. 14, Tacoma WA 98466

www.tacomacc.edu/about/employment