L&I IT Application Development - Senior/Specialist

Washington State Department of Transportation; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation is seeking an IT Application Development Senior/Specialist to lead Agile development teams and mentor engineers. The role focuses on developing and maintaining .NET-based applications, databases, and SaaS solutions, with strong emphasis on code quality, architecture, and timely delivery.

The position offers hybrid/remote work options and requires extensive experience with .NET, SQL, and modern web technologies to support state transportation systems

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of recent professional experience developing and enhancing applications.
• Experience with Visual Studio, C#, VB.Net, ASP.Net, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML, JQuery, MVC/MV C, WPF, ADO, WCF, JSON.
• Ability to learn and grow; ability to meet the needs of others.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Agile product teams and mentor staff.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance applications and interfaces.
• Design, develop, and implement .NET-based solutions and SaaS products.
• Coordinate between multiple technical teams to resolve issues.
• Participate in Incident Response and Problem Management.

Skills

Experience with .NET

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Visual Studio

C#

ASP.NET

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

XML

jQuery

MVC

WPF

ADO

WCF

JSON

T-SQL

Job description

• American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)

Salary : $99,300.00 - $133,608.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Remote Optional
Job Number: 2026-08592
Department: Dept. of Labor & Industries
Division: Information Technology
Opening Date: 10/23/2026
Closing Date: 11/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
Our Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability
About The Division And Office
The Information Technology Division is an internal service organization responsible for providing information technology-based products and services in support of the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) agency business priorities.
The Maintenance and Operations Program (M&O), under the Deputy Chief Information Officer, is responsible for the implementation and delivery of the products and services within IT and sustaining operations so that L&I can complete business as usual with minimal delay or downtime. Within M&O, the Applications & Data Management (A&DM) program is comprised of six development teams organized into multiple Agile teams that deliver advanced web capabilities to citizens and businesses within Washington State.
About The Role
As the IT Application Development Senior/Specialist, you will serve as the technical lead for development of Agile product teams, supporting highly visible systems with agency-wide, state-wide and multi-agency impact. If selected for this role, you will use your expertise to mentor and lead staff in the area of .NET technologies, coding standards, and best practices. This position provides strategic planning for custom developed applications and Software as a Service (SaaS) solution to support the programs business functions.
Some Of What You'll Do

• Technical Lead
  • Develop technology roadmaps for highly complex systems that have significant statewide or multi-agency impact and ensure they align to the agency's technical architecture.
  • Design, develop, and implement solutions using Microsoft .NET technologies, Transact SQL, SQL Server databases, Java, Software as a Service (SaaS), and/or Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) so that systems are compliant with agency and industry standards.
  • Align application architecture, development teams, and technology solutions for the development team.
  • Lead development efforts to resolve technical issues and production issues quickly.
  • Coordinate between multiple technical teams to implement and resolve technology issues.
  • Serve as a technical mentor to other systems developers in resolving highly complex technical issues.
  • Resolve issues related to environment, platform, software and hardware to ensure timely delivery of software products.
• Application Development
  • Develop and maintain software applications, application interfaces and web services.
  • Serve as technical advisor who is responsible for assisting management in coordinating work items for a number of applications.
  • Develop, maintain, and enhance applications.
  • Develop prototypes that enable business functionality.
  • Lead staff and work independently to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve technology issues relating to applications, environment, platform, software, or hardware.
  • Participate in Incident Response and Problem Management teams to identify solutions.
• Application Development - Process Documentation
  • Use the software development lifecycle (SDLC) process to plan, analyze, design, develop, and test applications and application interfaces.
  • Ensure the delivery of technology solutions by using technology standards and procedures that are in alignment with the technology direction of L&I.
• Application Development Research
  • Research emergent technologies and make determination for use and implementation.

And much more.
QualificationsRequired:

• Ten (10) years of recent professional experience:
• Developing and enhancing applications using languages and tools such as Visual Studio, C#, VB.Net, ASP.Net, HTML, CSS, JavaScript XML, JQuery, MWM or MVC, WPF, ADO, WCF, JSON
• Writing and accessing database code using T-SQL, stored procedures, and Entity Framework
• Performing unit testing
• Applying development standards in a managed environment

AND

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

NOTE: Education may substitute year for year for experience up to four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree and up to two (2) years for an associate's degree in Computer Science, Computer Programming, or a closely aligned field.
Desired

• One (1) year of experience within an agile scrum team.

Supplemental InformationThings You Need To KnowTo help you maintain a proper work-life balance, teleworking is one of the work schedule options for this position. L&I also offers flexible custom work schedules.
We offer hybrid and remote work options, though we're primarily seeking candidates who live in Washington State or are willing to relocate, to support in-person collaboration and access to on-site resources when needed. Remote work from a state outside of WA requires approval.
State employees who meet the qualifications will become eligible for a generous retirement package at the end of the employee's career.
At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.
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Other Information

• IT position applicants selected to move forward in this hiring process will receive an email skills assessment invitation within 3 weeks of your application being accepted. An applicant may complete the assessment when ready, but the invitation to complete the assessment will expire 5 days after the invitation was sent. Once you start the assessment, you will be required to complete it. You cannot start your assessment and then come back to it later. Please look in your email inbox or spam as these invitations are sent by CodeSignal.
• For positions requiring travel, you must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
• Candidates who are offered a job with L&I must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
• The Department of Labor and Industries does not participate in E-Verify. Employment eligibility is verified solely through the I-9 form process described below.
• The Department of Labor & Industries complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal employment eligibility verification form, I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.
• Please note: L&I may use this announcement to fill multiple permanent and/or non-permanent positions.
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Background Check NoticePrior to a placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.
Did You Know?Washington is to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.
In addition to offering a positive balance between life and work, L&I provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also believe your voice matters. We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3 million workers.Veterans PreferenceApplicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application ...; (text kept).Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion EmployerL&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contributes to the success of the agency"s mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency's greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.
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More than Just a Paycheck!Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.Read About Our BenefitsThe following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.Insurance BenefitsEmployees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.Retirement And Deferred CompensationState Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.Social SecurityAll state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.Public Service Loan ForgivenessIf you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.HolidaysFull-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.Full‑time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation...... (benefit details continued) Sick LeaveFull-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month... (continued benefits) Vacation (Annual Leave)Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified... (continued benefits) Military LeaveWashington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.Bereavement LeaveMost employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.Additional LeaveLeave Sharing
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.Updated 01-07-2026