Senior Programmer Analyst - $1,000 Sign On Incentive

Orange County Government; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating

18 days PTO per year

Tuition reimbursement

Florida Retirement System

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

Orange County Government seeks a senior IT Applications Developer to design, code, test, debug, and maintain complex software systems on-site in Orlando. You will work under the IT Project Leader, deliver high-quality databases, MS SQL queries, and provide after-hours support as needed.

Requirements include a BA/BS in Computer Science or related field with 3+ years of relevant programming experience and strong .NET and SQL skills, plus excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or closely related field and 3 years of progressive programming experience, or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience with designing, coding, testing, debugging, documenting and maintaining applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, install, and test software applications based on specifications.
• Write complex SQL queries and design moderately complex databases with guidance from technical leads.
• Analyze business needs and provide automated solutions with input from leads.
• Provide on-call support 24/7 as required.
• Document applications, specifications and user manuals.

Skills

SQL queries

.NET development

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

.NET

SQL

Job description

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

This is an on-site position with no remote work available.

Candidate MUST be amenable to on-call, after hours support

This is a repost. Previous applicants need not apply.

Job Description

General Functions

Performs complex work; codes, tests, debugs, documents, and maintains applications/programs based on specifications provided. This is a senior level position in this career path. Work is performed with under the general supervision of the IT Project Leader. Performance is reviewed through observations, conferences, reports and achievement of desired results.

Representative Duties/Assignments

• Develops, enhances, installs, and tests computer software applications based on specifications. Writes complex structured query language (SQL) queries.
• Designs and develops moderately complex databases with assistance from technical leads.
• Performs moderately complex workflow analysis and recommends quality improvements.
• Analyses and troubleshoots application problems working with technical staff and customers.
• Analyses client's business needs and provides recommendations for automated solutions with assistance from technical leads.
• Monitors client systems for performance and efficiency.
• Communicates and interacts with customer contacts and functions as a liaison to increase efficiency and functionality of software applications.
• Provides on call support as needed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Documents applications, technical specifications and user manuals.
• Maintains current technology expertise.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science or closely related degree and three years of recent progressively responsible programming experience or an equivalent combination of related education, training and experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant education or experience on a year for year basis.

Preferences

Technical experience necessary includes .net development, good customer service, and excellent oral / written communication skills.

Application Deadline

• Open Date: 09/02/2026
• Close Date: 09/16/2026
• This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

• Pay Grade: 020 - From $36.38 to $47.30
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by an United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

400 E South Street Orlando, FL 32801

Notes

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and Level II background check complete with polygraph and fingerprint.