IT Application Developer – Journey

Washington State Health Care Authority; Tumwater (WA); Híbrido; USD 100.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible/hybrid remote work options

Descripción de la vacante

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a skilled technology professional to join its Applications Modernization Team. You will develop and modernize cloud-hosted and on‑premise apps, focusing on TRAINS 4 data layer C# interfaces and APIs and the Angular Work Order Crosswalk front-end.

Strong candidates will have C#, API, Angular, and cloud/on‑premises experience. You will collaborate across agency business areas, ensure security best practices, and contribute to

Formación

• Full stack design, development, enhancement and maintenance of interfaces and APIs with modern front‑end and back‑end tech.
• Extensive C# development and .NET Frameworks experience, including Web API, ASP.NET Webforms and MVC.
• Proven MS SQL Server design, development, optimization, procedures, queries and data transformations.
• Ability to interpret specs, perform testing, troubleshoot codebases, and estimate effort.
• Strong communication with customers, peers and stakeholders to translate needs into secure solutions.
• Customer service mindset: identify needs, diagnose issues, assist with resolution through code.
• Growth mindset with a service orientation and willingness to learn new technologies.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, enhance, and maintain web apps, interfaces, and APIs for multiple units.
• Analyze and optimize code and systems for performance and resource use.
• Perform diagnostics using logging, tracing, and other techniques.
• Collaborate with SMEs and analysts to translate requirements into secure tech solutions.
• Research and implement industry security standards and new technologies.
• Ensure encryption for transmission and storage of sensitive data.
• Adhere to security best practices and static analysis processes.
• Conduct reviews and assessments for modernization opportunities.
• Implement performance tuning aligned with customer needs.

Conocimientos

Full Stack Application Developer

C# & .NET

API Development

Database Design

Interpersonal Communication

Customer Service

Growth Mindset

Herramientas

Azure

Git-based Source Control

Azure DevOps

SSRS

ASP.NET MVC Razor Pages

Descripción del empleo

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 leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world’s longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is seeking a skilled and motivated technology professional to join the Applications Modernization Team within Technology Services Division«’s (TSD) Enterprise Applications. In this role, you will develop, support, modernize, and maintain major cloud-hosted and on-premises applications serving multiple WSDOT business areas. The position will specialize in the development, support, and modernization of TRAINS 4 Integrated Data Layer C# interfaces and APIs, as well as the Angular-based Work Order Crosswalk front-end application. The successful candidate will perform system design, installation, deployment, maintenance, troubleshooting, technical support, development, and problem resolution while advancing cloud-first development and application modernization efforts. A strong candidate will possess C# and API development experience, Angular development skills, application modernization experience, cloud and on-premises technology expertise, and effective communication and project management skills.

What to Expect

TSD Enterprise Applications Modernization Team provides application development, technical expertise, leadership, and support for solutions across the agency, including mainframe, client/server, cloud, content management, and vendor applications. The division’s work supports WSDOT business partners, users, and the traveling public while aligning with TSD’s strategic focus on continuous modernization, cybersecurity, and data privacy. Through strong project management practices and a focus on modern, secure application portfolios, the Applications Modernization Team works to continuously improve and modernize the applications and codebases that support WSDOT’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain web applications, interfaces, and APIs for multiple business units.
• Use standard tools to analyze and optimize code and systems for performance and resource utilization.
• Perform applications, interface, and API diagnostics using logging, tracing, and other techniques.
• Work closely with subject matter experts and business analysts to 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.
• Ensures 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.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required:

• Full Stack Application Developer: Demonstrated ability to design, develop, enhance, and maintain full stack applications, interfaces, and APIs utilizing contemporary front-end (e.g., Angular.js) and backend (e.g., C#, ASP.NET MVC/Core) technologies.
• C# & .NET Frameworks: 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.
• Interpersonal Communication: Demonstrated ability to work directly with customers to understand needs, communicate solutions, and resolve application-related issues and the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with customers, peers, and stakeholders.
• Customer Service: Demonstrated ability to provide effective customer service by identifying customer needs, isolating application problems or requirements, assisting with resolution through coding and testing, and verifying results.
• Growth Mindset & Service-Oriented: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth. Takes action to meet the needs of others.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate/have:

• Azure Technologies: Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Azure technologies to develop, deploy, support, and maintain applications and system components.
• Git-Based Source Control: Demonstrated experience using Git-based source control to manage application code, track changes, and support collaborative development.
• Azure DevOps: Demonstrated experience using Azure DevOps to support application development, source control, testing, deployment, and project activities.
• SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS): Demonstrated experience developing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting reports using SSRS.
• ASP.NET MVC Razor Pages: Demonstrated experience developing, enhancing, maintaining, and troubleshooting applications using ASP.NET MVC Razor Pages.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• 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.
• 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 www.uscis.gov.

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.

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 [e-mail]. Please be sure to reference 26DOT-HQ-01865 in the subject line.