IT Senior Application Developer (3 positions)

State of Washington$115K — $154K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in enterprise applications and data integration solutions design and implementation.
  • Advanced experience in ETL processes using Informatica or SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
  • Proficient in developing and integrating SOAP and REST APIs with knowledge of XML, JSON, and other web service standards.
  • Strong SQL and database programming skills with proficiency in languages like Python and VBScript.
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex integration issues and conduct quality assurance reviews.
  • Experience with SDLC, source control, and release/change management practices.
  • Willingness to learn continuously and support team dynamics.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement statewide near-real-time data integration solutions for critical applications.
  • Develop and maintain code for integrating data across diverse applications and technologies.
  • Translate application needs into effective code for integration; establish architecture for data integration solutions.
  • Create and manage web service definitions for application interaction.
  • Conduct thorough code documentation and maintain technical specifications.
  • Oversee the deployment of integration solutions and facilitate change management processes.
  • Analyze and resolve complex integration challenges while ensuring data exchange reliability.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • Paid time off including 12 holidays, a minimum of 14 vacation days, and 12 sick days annually.
  • Participation in state retirement programs.
  • A supportive work environment prioritizing innovation, integrity, and diversity.
Full Job Description
Salary: $115,008.00 - $154,656.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Department: Office of Financial Management
Division: Information Technology Services
Opening Date: 09/14/2026
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

Description
Note: This recruitment is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed daily. Please submit an application before September 25, 2026. Interviews will begin the following week. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. We encourage all to apply as early as possible

The job opportunity

We are seeking three Senior Applications Developers to serve as technical authorities in designing, developing, and implementing statewide enterprise applications and data integration solutions that support mission-critical business functions across Washington State. These positions lead the development of scalable, reusable, and extensible solutions that connect applications, data, platforms, and technologies across agencies. The Senior Applications Developers provide advanced technical expertise in solving complex integration and data pipeline challenges and develop strategies and roadmaps for application and data integration. Solutions support critical enterprise functions, including financial management, budgeting, human resources, legislative operations, and asset management, as well as systems such as AFRS, HRMS, CAMS, and One Washington.

These positions design, code, configure, implement, and support complex integration solutions, including near-real-time messaging and data exchange and core integrations supporting the Workday implementation, Workday error reporting, Enterprise Data Warehouse, upload tools, and other enterprise integration needs. Using technologies such as Snowflake and other advanced development and integration tools, the Senior Applications Developers collaborate with technical teams and business partners to develop reliable, sustainable solutions and resolve complex enterprise challenges. These positions also contribute to statewide integration standards and provide technical guidance and mentoring to other developers, helping advance consistent and effective application development and integration practices across OFM and state agencies.
What you'll work on:
  • Design application and near-real-time data integration solutions; integrating state enterprise mission-critical applications data, such as AFRS, HRMS, and data warehouses, between each other and with applications maintained by other state agencies.
  • Develop code to integrate data between disparate applications built on different platforms and technologies and build integration workflows using Informatica PowerCenter.
  • Write and maintain code in multiple languages for web services (SOAP and REST) and APIs, allowing other agencies' systems to access statewide data stores, utilizing knowledge of XML, WSDLs, XSDs, and JSON.
  • Consume web services and APIs exposed by various vendors/SAAS solutions to integrate enterprise data.
  • Translate application requirements into functioning code for application integration; determines and designs data integration application architecture.
  • Build web service definition language (WSDL) documents to define the request and response of the web service.
  • Write and maintain code documentation and technical specifications.
  • Apply standardized release management procedures to plan, schedule, test, and implement deployments of data and application integration solutions through lower environments and to plan, schedule, and validate administrators' deployments to production environments, including facilitation through the agency's change management system (ServiceNow).
  • Design and implement statewide Enterprise Data Warehouse ETL processes, as the designated lead for current and • emerging enterprise system data movement solutions and development of ETL services.
  • Design and develop complex Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) to support Enterprise Data Warehouses and data marts, which would be easily consumable by the self-service Data Analytics tools. Development tools can include, but are not limited to, Informatica and SSIS.
  • Perform ongoing maintenance and support of the agency's enterprise integration solutions.
  • Perform in-depth code and quality assurance reviews for both new application integration solutions and enhancements to existing solutions.
  • Conduct real-time root cause analysis in response to production issues, applying application coding and troubleshooting skills and experience in various tools and disciplines, including SQL, database systems, data integration, web services, SAP, and VSAM (mainframe).
  • Monitor production application data exchanges and ensure the timely delivery of data, files, and messages.
  • Analyze and document existing and proposed application integration standards, best practices, integration definitions, and business rules.
  • Assist customers with integrations, complex problem resolution, and architecture.
  • Assist in time-critical production failure resolution.
  • Analyze and resolve complex application integration problems.
  • Determine and recommend overall design for application integration solutions.
  • Research and explore innovative options to establish integration standards for data and application templates and processes


What we need you to bring:Required Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated experience designing complex enterprise applications and data integration solutions across disparate platforms, applications, databases, and organizational environments, including near-real-time and batch integration patterns.
  • Demonstrated advanced experience developing complex ETL and data integration solutions supporting enterprise data warehouses, data marts, and operational systems using technologies such as Informatica and/or SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
  • Demonstrated experience developing and integrating SOAP and REST web services and APIs, with working knowledge of XML, JSON, WSDL, XSD, and related integration/interface standards.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in SQL and database programming, along with experience using scripting/programming languages such as Python, VBScript, and/or batch scripting to develop, automate, and orchestrate application and data integration solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex application and data integration problems, perform root-cause analysis, conduct code and quality assurance reviews, optimize integration solutions, and support mission-critical production environments.
  • Demonstrated experience applying SDLC, source control, testing, release/change management, technical documentation, and deployment practices, combined with the ability to provide technical consultation, establish integration standards, and collaborate with technical teams, project teams, and customers.
  • The ability to take action to learn and grow.
  • The ability to meet the needs of others.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Five (5) years developing solutions in a Middleware environment (Informatica, MQ).
  • Experience in engineering complex data and application integration solutions for enterprise systems.
  • Experience in enterprise systems, integration technologies, and methods.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. Don't let doubts stop you from applying for this position. If you have transferable experience, please tell us about it or contact us with questions about the required qualifications and how your experience relates to them.
Supplemental Information
What we offer
At OFM, we foster a culture of integrity, innovation, inclusion, and belonging. We value both learned and lived experiences, believing that diversity makes us stronger. To support your health and well-being, we offer a variety of benefit programs for our employees.

Please visit our Recruitment Pagefor a full list of benefits available to employees. Here's a quick glance at some of the unique benefits that OFM offers:
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  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 paid vacation days (minimum), and 12 days of sick leave per year
  • State retirement programs

Application Process:
Once you've decided to apply for a state government job, you'll complete an online application to showcase your qualifications. Keep in mind that once you submit the application, a real person will read it. We do not use AI or any other technology to screen your application and reject it. Please ensure you provide clear, detailed information about your work history so your qualifications can be accurately assessed. We will contact the top candidates directly to schedule interviews. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

When completing your application, please attach all of the following required documents:
  • Cover letter: describing your qualifications for this specific position
  • Resume: that details your applicable experience and education.
  • References: at least three professional references and their current contact information.


Questions:
OFM's Staff ASL interpreter is available to all deaf and hard-of-hearing applicants. For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process, please email us at
This position is exempt from civil service rules.

For more information, please see WAC 357-19-195.

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