Salary : $85,800.00 - $115,416.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 26DOT-HQ-01865e
Department: Dept. of Transportation
Division: Headquarters
Opening Date: 10/21/2026
Closing Date: 10/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
DescriptionThe OpportunityWSDOT is seeking a skilled and motivated technology professional to join the Applications Modernization Team within Technology Services Division's (TSD) Enterprise Applications. In this role, you will develop, support, modernize, and maintain major cloud-hosted and on-premises applications serving multiple WSDOT business areas. The position will specialize in the development, support, and modernization of TRAINS 4 Integrated Data Layer C# interfaces and APIs, as well as the Angular-based Work Order Crosswalk front-end application. The successful candidate will perform system design, installation, deployment, maintenance, troubleshooting, technical support, development, and problem resolution while advancing cloud-first development and application modernization efforts. A strong candidate will possess C# and API development experience, Angular development skills, application modernization experience, cloud and on-premises technology expertise, and effective communication and project management skills.
What to ExpectTSD Enterprise Applications Modernization Team provides application development, technical expertise, leadership, and support for solutions across the agency, including mainframe, client/server, cloud, content management, and vendor applications. The division's work supports WSDOT business partners, users, and the traveling public while aligning with TSD's strategic focus on continuous modernization, cybersecurity, and data privacy. Through strong project management practices and a focus on modern, secure application portfolios, the Applications Modernization Team works to continuously improve and modernize the applications and codebases that support WSDOT's mission.
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the IT Application Developer will:
- Develop, enhance, and maintain web applications, interfaces, and APIs for multiple business units.
- Use standard tools to analyze and optimize code and systems for performance and resource utilization.
- Perform applications, interface, and API diagnostics using logging, tracing, and other techniques.
- Work closely with subject matter experts and business analysts to translate business requirements into secure, sustainable technology solutions; establish requirements and project expectations.
- Research and implement industry and statewide security standards; learn new technologies and methodologies.
- Ensures proper use of encryption for transmission and storage of sensitive data.
- Ensure that all applications follow all agency security best practices and implement static analysis scanning processes.
- Conduct application reviews and assessments for modernization opportunities.
- Implement performance tuning in alignment with customer needs.
QualificationsTo be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required:
- Full Stack Application Developer: Demonstrated ability to design, develop, enhance, and maintain full stack applications, interfaces, and APIs utilizing contemporary front-end (e.g., Angular.js) and backend (e.g., C#, ASP.NET MVC/Core) technologies.
- C# & .NET Frameworks: Extensive experience developing, maintaining, and modernizing software solutions using current versions of the C# language and supported .NET frameworks, including the implementation of Web API, ASP.NET Webforms and ASP.NET MVC architectures.
- Database Design & Development: Proven expertise in developing, optimizing, and maintaining database components within Microsoft SQL Server environments, including stored procedures, queries, data transformations, schemas, and views.
- Implementation & Testing of Technical Solutions: Demonstrated capability to interpret and implement technical specifications, perform thorough application and API testing, troubleshoot intricate codebases, and accurately estimate development effort.
- Interpersonal Communication: Demonstrated ability to work directly with customers to understand needs, communicate solutions, and resolve application-related issues and the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with customers, peers, and stakeholders.
- Customer Service: Demonstrated ability to provide effective customer service by identifying customer needs, isolating application problems or requirements, assisting with resolution through coding and testing, and verifying results.
- Growth Mindset & Service-Oriented: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth. Takes action to meet the needs of others.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate/have:
- Azure Technologies: Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Azure technologies to develop, deploy, support, and maintain applications and system components.
- Git-Based Source Control: Demonstrated experience using Git-based source control to manage application code, track changes, and support collaborative development.
- Azure DevOps: Demonstrated experience using Azure DevOps to support application development, source control, testing, deployment, and project activities.
- SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS): Demonstrated experience developing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting reports using SSRS.
- ASP.NET MVC Razor Pages: Demonstrated experience developing, enhancing, maintaining, and troubleshooting applications using ASP.NET MVC Razor Pages.
Important Notes - This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in of the Washington Administrative Code.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
How to ApplyApplications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
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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 BenefitsEmployees 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 CompensationState 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 SecurityAll 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 ForgivenessIf 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.
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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 o
