Senior Software Developer

Join a high performing team in support of a transformational software replacement project for the Washington Courts of Limited Jurisdiction (District and Municipal Courts). We are replacing a legacy Case Management System with a commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) solution to improve services for the court and probation customers of AOC.

The Courts of Limited Jurisdiction (CLJ-CMS) project is seeking a Senior Software Developer. In this role, you will independently and accurately identify, and assess business and technology defined requirements, transforming them into practical code to deliver work critical applications. This is a highly technical position involved in the planning, development, configuration, integration, testing, and implementation of complex applications to address the business needs of the new case management system as well as support the information sharing needs of inter-agency data exchanges.

Reporting to the CLJ-CMS IT Supervisor, this senior-level position is expected to function independently to deliver assigned work and must be able to collaborate effectively with other developers on the team and within the agency.

Our Mission: Advance the efficient and effective operation of the Washington Judicial System.

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.

Job #:              2025-009

Status:             Project – Limited-Duration, Full-Time*

Location:         Olympia, Washington

Salary:             Range 72: $91,068 - $119,496 per year (DOQ).  

Opens:            Friday, January 31, 2025

Closes:            Thursday, February 13, 2025. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time.

*Duration: This is a CLJ-CMS project position that has secured funding through June 30, 2025. It is anticipated that continued funding will be approved through December 31, 2027.

AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State.  Any exceptions must be approved.  If you are invited to interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager of this recruitment.

This position requires one (1) day per week working on site at AOC facilities.

• Collaborates with project managers, business analysts, and other IT resources to develop IT applications/software using the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Use extensive knowledge of several different software development methods and tools to integrate and support COTS or SaaS solutions.  
• Use several different tools, platforms and technologies to build solutions (i.e. Microsoft .NET, Transact SQL, JavaScript, Angular, MVC).
• 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.
• Defines and analyzes IT problems, conducts in-depth research, and provides recommendations on solutions based on business and technical requirements.

• Develops applications and software solutions using assigned languages, platforms, and frameworks.
• Conducts code reviews of other software developers’ work products.
• 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. 
• Coordinates with business owners/analysts, 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 project staff to deploy developed solutions to various environments. Provides technical mentorship and coaching to other system support staff.
• Maintains IT applications and associated components while coordinating with the application support team.
• Proactively monitors system performance to identify emerging issues. 
• Evaluates new software development products and programming languages and makes recommendations to ensure consistency with industry best practices.
• Liaises with technical, business and stakeholder groups, communicating effectively between the two entities.
• Responds to customer service requests and provides senior-level troubleshooting, problem resolution and consulting.
• Works collaboratively to enhance or improve business processes via integration, or as necessary, minimize the impact of integration on those processes.
• Evaluates results of integration efforts, then reports and make recommendations based on findings.
• Communicates data problems and issues to key stakeholders, including both technical and business end users.
• May perform lead duties for a workgroup. These duties may include resolving procedure or workflow conflicts, providing input to the manager regarding managerial issues, and informing the manager of needs, issues and concerns. 

A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, OR closely allied field, AND: 

• Eight (8) years of experience in a complex information technology environment TO INCLUDE:

• Six (6) years of experience developing and enhancing applications using C#, .NET, MS Entity Framework, Java, Magic XPA, COBOL, Natural, and ColdFusion. or other high-level languages and tools.

A combination of education and experience demonstrating a working knowledge of the duties, responsibilities and competencies of the Senior Software Developer may substitute for the qualifications listed.

Key Competencies

Demonstrates Agency Values:

• Integrity
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Inclusion
   

Behavioral Competencies:

• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Detailed-oriented, strong organizational skills, and ability to multi-task in a sometimes-high pressure environment.
• Strong initiative-taker with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as a team member in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines.

• Possesses sophisticated communication skills including clear "plain talk" writing. 
• Understands "who needs to know" and keeps those parties informed and engaged in a timely, meaningful way. 
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with colleagues and partners.

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to conduct research into data, software, and reporting solutions as required by the business.
• Tact/diplomacy
• Personal and professional integrity.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Highly proficient in one or more major programming languages/frameworks, such as C#, .NET, MS Entity Framework, Java, Magic XPA, COBOL, Natural, and ColdFusion.
• Working knowledge in software development methodologies, design and implementation.
• Must be able to write and maintain complex stored procedures.
• Performing unit testing as part of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). 
• Apply advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques to resolve application or data issues.
• Skill using version control systems, web services, and/or automated build/deploy agents.

• Knowledge of the fundamentals of Enterprise Architecture 
• Expert knowledge in developing and enhancing applications using some combination of .NET Core, C#, ASP.NET Core, JQuery, XML, HTML5, CSS3, JSON, REST, or other similar high-level languages and tools.
• Expert knowledge in working with MS Entity Framework, MVC, Visual Studio, SharePoint, Azure DevOps backlog management, nUnit, Git, Azure DevOps, automated build and deploy agents.
• Expert knowledge in performing data analysis via SQL querying.
• Expert knowledge with SQL development (SQL programming, database design, stored procedures, etc.). 
• Experience in working with Azure technologies.
• Experience in IT Project Management.

• Experience with M365/O365 suite.

For more information about the position, to review the job description, application submission requirements, supplemental questions, inquire about benefits, or to apply for the position: CLICK HERE TO APPLY. 

• The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.
• Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
• This position is not overtime eligible.

The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law.  Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at (360) 705-5337, or fax (360) 586-4409, or via email to Recruitment@courts.wa.gov. 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

SPECIAL NOTE: Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.

Salary : $91,068 - $119,496