Software Developer
Apply NowCompany: State of Washington
Location: Olympia, WA 98501
Description:
Salary : $79,296.00 - $106,644.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Project (limited duration)
Remote Employment: Remote Only
Job Number: 2024-01110
Department: Employment Security Department
Division: Leave and Care Division
Opening Date: 01/25/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
This recruitment will be used to fill multiple positions.
Project positions
The ideal candidate for our Software Developer position is a highly motivated individual with a strong understanding of service-oriented design and development. The candidate should have demonstrated skills in source control, software management, and work item management using software tools such as Azure Dev Ops, Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server (TFS). In addition to technical skills, we value developers who bring creativity and innovation to their work. The ideal candidate will not only solve problems but will also look for opportunities to improve our software products and processes.
Duties
Some of what you will do:
Analyze, design, and develop technical solutions for customers in collaboration with the sprint team leader.
Collaborate daily with project managers, business analysts, and other IT resources to develop IT applications/software using the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Maintain IT applications and associated components with general leadership of the sprint team leader.
Keep current with technology and anticipate technology trends.
Conduct application testing including development of unit tests to conduct automated testing.
Review technical requirements defined by business customers and identify, develop, and conduct automated unit tests, system performance testing, and load testing to ensure the code is functioning as designed.
To request a complete position description of this position, please contact gov
Qualifications
Required Education, Experience: Bachelor's degree in computer science or closely related field and two years of experience with service-oriented design and development using C#, ASP.NET, MVC, JavaScript, Angular, NuGet, .NET Core, and T-SQL OR a combination of education and/or relevant IT experience.
Demonstrated skills in source control, software management and work item management using a software tools, such as Azure Dev Ops, Team Foundation Server (TFS) or Visual Studio tools.
This is a professional level IT position, requiring in-depth understanding of service-oriented design and development using C#, ASP.NET, MVC, JavaScript, Angular, NuGet, .NET Core, and T-SQL., which is typically obtained through prolonged formal studies and/or extensive work experience.
This position requires that code and work items to be maintained in a central repository.
Desirable/Preferred Education, Experience or Certifications:
Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365, with strong preference for experience with CRM and/or F&SC.
Demonstrated skills in C#, ASP.NET, MVC, JavaScript, Angular, NuGet, .NET Core, and TSQL.
Demonstrated skills in Entity Framework, HTML5, SSIS, SSRS, Linq, and Angular.
Demonstrated skills performing unit testing as part of the SDLC.
This position will be working extensively with Microsoft Dynamics applications and functions.
This position requires coding in the agency supported technology stack.
This position will use the identified programming languages in the capacity of the assigned duties.
This position collaborates with other developers and the test team to assist in testing as development is in process.
Additional Requirement of Employment:
Must pass Unemployment Insurance Claim and Benefit Review (UI Fraud Check).
Able to travel as needed.
Please submit only the required documents as noted below and ensure all Personal Identifying Information (PII) such as Social Security numbers etc. are edited out of your materials for privacy.
Please submit your Cover Letter, and Resume with your Online Application through the "Add Attachments" field. A resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields, or supplemental question responses with comments such as "see attachments" may be considered incomplete.
Supplemental Information
Our agency's mission and values drive every decision that we make, determine how we interact with others, and are at the core of who we are. Our values are Belonging, Love, Equity, Stewardship, and Access. We understand that a work environment that respects your work/life balance is key; that's why many of our positions are eligible for flexible work schedules and teleworking opportunities. Through support, value, and trust, our employees are empowered to grow and develop into their best self.
Opportunity for All
We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people over 40 years of age, people with religious beliefs, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
The Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
If you are a person needing assistance in the application process, if you need this job announcement in an alternate format, or if you have general questions about this opportunity, please contact Sanyu.T[redacted] or at [redacted] or the Talent Acquisition Team, Washington Relay Service 711. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please contact [redacted] or ([redacted] or toll free ([redacted], Washington Relay 711.
This recruitment may be used to fill additional agency-wide positions in accordance with Article 4 of the WFSE Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Candidates who are offered a job with ESD must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
**This organization participates in E-Verify**
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 benefits:
The 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 Benefits
Employees 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 Compensation
State 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 Security
All 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 Forgiveness
If 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.
Holidays
Full-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 if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022
01
Which of these options qualify you as a Software Developer?
02
Do you have experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365?
03
Are you a current or former Washington State employee?
04
ESD How did you hear about this job opportunity?
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Project (limited duration)
Remote Employment: Remote Only
Job Number: 2024-01110
Department: Employment Security Department
Division: Leave and Care Division
Opening Date: 01/25/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
This recruitment will be used to fill multiple positions.
Project positions
The ideal candidate for our Software Developer position is a highly motivated individual with a strong understanding of service-oriented design and development. The candidate should have demonstrated skills in source control, software management, and work item management using software tools such as Azure Dev Ops, Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server (TFS). In addition to technical skills, we value developers who bring creativity and innovation to their work. The ideal candidate will not only solve problems but will also look for opportunities to improve our software products and processes.
Duties
Some of what you will do:
Analyze, design, and develop technical solutions for customers in collaboration with the sprint team leader.
Collaborate daily with project managers, business analysts, and other IT resources to develop IT applications/software using the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Maintain IT applications and associated components with general leadership of the sprint team leader.
Keep current with technology and anticipate technology trends.
Conduct application testing including development of unit tests to conduct automated testing.
Review technical requirements defined by business customers and identify, develop, and conduct automated unit tests, system performance testing, and load testing to ensure the code is functioning as designed.
To request a complete position description of this position, please contact gov
Qualifications
Required Education, Experience: Bachelor's degree in computer science or closely related field and two years of experience with service-oriented design and development using C#, ASP.NET, MVC, JavaScript, Angular, NuGet, .NET Core, and T-SQL OR a combination of education and/or relevant IT experience.
Demonstrated skills in source control, software management and work item management using a software tools, such as Azure Dev Ops, Team Foundation Server (TFS) or Visual Studio tools.
This is a professional level IT position, requiring in-depth understanding of service-oriented design and development using C#, ASP.NET, MVC, JavaScript, Angular, NuGet, .NET Core, and T-SQL., which is typically obtained through prolonged formal studies and/or extensive work experience.
This position requires that code and work items to be maintained in a central repository.
Desirable/Preferred Education, Experience or Certifications:
Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365, with strong preference for experience with CRM and/or F&SC.
Demonstrated skills in C#, ASP.NET, MVC, JavaScript, Angular, NuGet, .NET Core, and TSQL.
Demonstrated skills in Entity Framework, HTML5, SSIS, SSRS, Linq, and Angular.
Demonstrated skills performing unit testing as part of the SDLC.
This position will be working extensively with Microsoft Dynamics applications and functions.
This position requires coding in the agency supported technology stack.
This position will use the identified programming languages in the capacity of the assigned duties.
This position collaborates with other developers and the test team to assist in testing as development is in process.
Additional Requirement of Employment:
Must pass Unemployment Insurance Claim and Benefit Review (UI Fraud Check).
Able to travel as needed.
Please submit only the required documents as noted below and ensure all Personal Identifying Information (PII) such as Social Security numbers etc. are edited out of your materials for privacy.
Please submit your Cover Letter, and Resume with your Online Application through the "Add Attachments" field. A resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields, or supplemental question responses with comments such as "see attachments" may be considered incomplete.
Supplemental Information
Our agency's mission and values drive every decision that we make, determine how we interact with others, and are at the core of who we are. Our values are Belonging, Love, Equity, Stewardship, and Access. We understand that a work environment that respects your work/life balance is key; that's why many of our positions are eligible for flexible work schedules and teleworking opportunities. Through support, value, and trust, our employees are empowered to grow and develop into their best self.
Opportunity for All
We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people over 40 years of age, people with religious beliefs, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
The Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
If you are a person needing assistance in the application process, if you need this job announcement in an alternate format, or if you have general questions about this opportunity, please contact Sanyu.T[redacted] or at [redacted] or the Talent Acquisition Team, Washington Relay Service 711. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please contact [redacted] or ([redacted] or toll free ([redacted], Washington Relay 711.
This recruitment may be used to fill additional agency-wide positions in accordance with Article 4 of the WFSE Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Candidates who are offered a job with ESD must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
**This organization participates in E-Verify**
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 benefits:
The 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 Benefits
Employees 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 Compensation
State 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 Security
All 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 Forgiveness
If 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.
Holidays
Full-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 if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022
01
Which of these options qualify you as a Software Developer?
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or closely related field and two years of experience with service-oriented design and development using C#, ASP.NET, MVC, JavaScript, Angular, NuGet, .NET Core, and T-SQL.
- Six years of experience with service-oriented design and development using C#, ASP.NET, MVC, JavaScript, Angular, MuGet, .NET Core, and T-SQL
- None of the above
- Other
02
Do you have experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365?
- Yes
- No
- Other
03
Are you a current or former Washington State employee?
- Yes
- No
04
ESD How did you hear about this job opportunity?
- WWW.Careers.Wa.Gov
- WorkSource Center or Website (WorkSourceWA.com)
- Washington State Employee Referral
- ESD Employee Referral
- Employment Security Department's job web pa