Senior Software Developer

About the role

Join our team as a senior software developer! Help shape the future of transportation technology with the Office of Innovative Funding (OIF) Program. You’ll design, code, test, and implement software solutions while maintaining and troubleshooting systems that support Road Usage Charging, Tolling, and Connected Vehicle Ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Build, test and implement software following the software development life cycle, deployment protocols and best practices, including compiling builds, creating checklists, and executing installations to minimize downtime and rollback risk.
• Maintain and troubleshoot systems that support Road Usage Charging, Tolling, and Connected Vehicle Ecosystems.
• Monitor systems post-deployment to ensure changes do not impact business operations.
• Support complex systems with multiple interfaces to other agency systems and hardware.
• Plan and execute routine maintenance tasks, such as installing new technology frameworks, removing end-of-life frameworks, and configuring minor software versions.
• Analyze and modify software code for enhancements and bug fixes, partner with external agencies and vendors as needed while ensuring compliance with security standards.
• Research and document alternative solutions to meet complex requirements, including pros/cons and cost/time estimates.
• Install software and perform health checks on new server hardware.
• Monitor and analyze system performance to ensure it meets expectations.
• Work in a hybrid environment with occasional on-site meetings in Salem, Oregon.

Requirements

• Six (6) years of information systems experience in: software development as a programmer or analyst.
• An associate's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field AND four (4) years of information systems experience in: software development as a programmer or analyst.
• A bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field AND two (2) years of information systems experience in: software development as a programmer or analyst.
• A master's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field may substitute for all of the above.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in C# programming and the .NET framework.
• Experience in web services development (REST, SOAP, Web API) with solid understanding of object-oriented design (OOD) principles and implementation patterns and front-end technologies (e.g., JavaScript, HTML, CSS).
• Experience evaluating system behavior, assessing impacts on systems and interfaces, and designing/developing integrations in a complex, multi-system environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to understand customer needs and reach agreement on software/technology solutions.
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving software issues.

Skills

• Strong proficiency in C# programming and the .NET framework.
• Experience in web services development (REST, SOAP, Web API) with solid understanding of object-oriented design (OOD) principles and implementation patterns and front-end technologies (e.g., JavaScript, HTML, CSS).
• Experience evaluating system behavior, assessing impacts on systems and interfaces, and designing/developing integrations in a complex, multi-system environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to understand customer needs and reach agreement on software/technology solutions.
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving software issues.

Benefits

Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer.

Pay

Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying.

Schedule

We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.