Software Developer

State of Washington•Thurston County – Olympia, WA

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Software Developer is responsible for the development, configuration, integration, testing, and deployment of complex agency-wide information systems to address the business requirements of the Administrative Office of the Courts. This position provides journey-level expertise to software development functions, including integrations with existing systems. The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, OR closely allied field, AND: Four (4) years of experience in a complex information technology environment TO INCLUDE: Three (3) years of experience developing and enhancing applications using C#, .NET, MS Entity Framework, MS Power Platform.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps and Power Automate.
Experience using the Microsoft technology stack to automate workflows and integrate applications and tools.
Experience developing and implementing technical solutions in SharePoint Online, M365, and similar platforms.
Working knowledge of REST API and JSON.
Experience implementing cloud-based solutions using low-code/no-code platforms.
Working knowledge in software development methodologies, design and implementation.
Skill using version control systems, web services, and/or automated build/deploy agents.
General knowledge of the fundamentals of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Enterprise Architecture.
Proficient in utilizing Microsoft 365 products, including Teams, Outlook, Word, OneNote, PowerPoint, and others, with expertise appropriate to the responsibilities of the role.

Responsibilities

Develops and maintains functionality used by software applications, including change management, security and authentication, application distribution, support for data access, search routines, system wide configurations, and reports.
Collaborates with project managers, business analysts, and other IT resources to develop IT applications/software using the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
May serve as the technical leader on moderately complex software or application development efforts.
Analyzes IT problems, conducts in-depth research, and provides recommendations on solutions based on business and technical requirements.
Reviews and comments on functional and technical specifications written by AOC staff.
Develops applications and software solutions using assigned languages, platforms, and frameworks.
Creates and maintains technical documentation for research and reference.
Performs initial unit and system testing using both manual and automated test processes with all assignments and work products being delivered to ensure they are working as expected.
Participates with senior staff in design reviews of applications, software, systems and services.
Collaborates with other developers and the test team to assist in testing as development progresses.
Coordinates and performs in-depth tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new systems.
Creates documentation for ISD staff to deploy developed solutions to various environments.
Maintains IT applications and associated components in collaboration with the application support team.
Proactively monitors system performance to identify emerging issues.
Evaluates results of integration efforts, then reports and make recommendations based on findings.
Responds to customer service requests and provides journey-level troubleshooting, problem resolution and consulting.
Communicates system problems and issues to key stakeholders, including both technical and business end users.
Performs other duties as required.