Senior .Net Developer (Software Development Specialist 4 - PN 20014439)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Health’s Office of Management Information Systems (OMIS) delivers and supports technology solutions for public health services across Ohio. The Senior .NET Developer (Software Development Specialist 4) designs, develops, modernizes, and supports enterprise applications and digital services using Microsoft technologies, cloud services, and AI-assisted development tools. The role works with business stakeholders, architects, project managers, and technical teams to deliver secure, scalable, maintainable software that supports agency operations and improves outcomes for Ohioans.

This position is permanent, full-time, classified, and union-represented by OCSEA. It is based at 246 North High Street, 1st Floor, Columbus, Ohio. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Compensation begins at $46.00 per hour at Pay Grade 36, Step 1, with an opportunity to increase to $48.28 per hour after six months of satisfactory performance and yearly raises thereafter. The posting expires November 9, 2026.

The selected candidate must undergo a criminal background check. Official transcripts for claimed post-secondary education must be supplied if requested before a formal offer. Applications are accepted online through careers.ohio.gov.

Requirements

• Meet one of the stated minimum-qualification pathways: 60 months of combined relevant experience; an associate core program in computer science or information systems plus 42 months of combined relevant experience; an undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems plus 36 months of combined relevant experience; or equivalent minimum qualifications.
• Relevant experience must include providing solutions design, developing project plans with a project manager, recommending approaches through task definition, and/or leading meetings related to computer application programs.
• Each minimum-qualification pathway requires 12 months of work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency position description and job posting.
• Clearly document relevant experience, education, and training in the application. Supplemental-question answers must be supported by the work experience and education provided in the application.

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate or advanced degree in Computer Science or Information Systems.
• Experience as a technical lead on a large .NET web application development project.
• Experience mentoring and guiding junior developers.
• Experience creating or editing Enterprise or Information Technology artifacts for recommendation and approval, such as policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, best practices, or position papers.
• Experience validating coding standards and Enterprise Architecture processes on development releases.
• Experience using multiple Artificial Intelligence models to assist with coding.
• Experience working with customers to define, design, and analyze technical requirements for application development.
• Experience contributing to organization-wide IT standards, evaluating new technology investments, and leading and aligning team security practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain enterprise applications using modern .NET technologies, C#, APIs, web services, and related Microsoft development platforms.
• Collaborate with business partners, solution architects, project managers, and technical teams to translate business requirements into scalable, maintainable technical solutions.
• Lead and contribute to application modernization initiatives, including cloud-based architectures, API-first development, system integrations, and digital transformation efforts.
• Use AI-enabled development tools and generative AI technologies to improve productivity, accelerate delivery, enhance code quality, and streamline development workflows.
• Champion secure coding practices through code reviews and security assessments, and help ensure compliance with cybersecurity and data protection standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues, working with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement long-term solutions.
• Mentor developers and promote continuous learning, innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, cloud platforms, AI capabilities, and modern software engineering practices.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after the eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS, and optional Ohio Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed