State of Idaho Career Opportunity
Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
The Idaho Department of Labor's Information Technology bureau is seeking a skilled .NET Core Software Engineer II with strong SQL Server expertise to design, develop, maintain and support robust web and backend applications. The ideal candidate will have 1 - 5 years of experience in .NET Core development, a solid understanding of SQL, and a passion for writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code. This position is located in Boise.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The Idaho Department of Labor is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Sanjay Tiwari (sanjay.tiwari@labor.idaho.gov) or Adi Barman ( adi.barman@labor.idaho.gov ) .
The applicant who is selected for this position will be required to pass a background check.?
To learn more about the Idaho Department of Labor, please visit our website at:? ? www.labor.idaho.gov
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, enhance and support web and backend applications using C# and .NET.
Develop and maintain applications using ASP.NET Core MVC, Web API, and related Microsoft technologies.
Design and optimize SQL Server solutions, including complex T-SQL queries, stored procedures, database objects, and performance improvements.
Develop and integrate REST APIs and service-based applications.
Troubleshoot and resolve application, database, and production issues.
Participate in application design discussions, code reviews, testing, deployment, and ongoing production support.
Collaborate with business analysts, developers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into maintainable technical solutions.
Apply sound software engineering practices for security, performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
Contribute to automated testing, source-control, CI/CD, and other engineering practices that improve software quality and delivery.
Develop and support business solutions using SharePoint, Power Apps, and Power Automate, including forms, workflows, and process automation, as needed.
Evaluate and apply appropriate technologies and development practices to continuously improve existing applications and development processes.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Good knowledge of:
Software architecture, development, and testing practices
Programming languages, software development tool suites and managing source code
Experience:
Creating, interpreting and documenting user requirements
Coding new systems and making code changes to existing production systems, testing and deploying production systems
Desired Qualifications:
The following qualifications are not required but may help a candidate in this position.
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
Professional software development experience using C# and .NET.
Experience developing web applications with ASP.NET Core MVC and Web API.
Strong SQL Server and T-SQL skills, including writing complex queries, stored procedures, and troubleshooting database performance.
Experience using Entity Framework Core or another object-relational mapping framework.
Understanding of object-oriented programming, SOLID principles, and common software design patterns.
Experience designing or consuming RESTful APIs.
Experience with Git or another modern source-control system.
Experience with automated unit testing using frameworks such as xUnit, NUnit, or MSTest.
Familiarity with JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS.
Exposure to a modern front-end framework such as Angular, React, or Blazor.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and DevOps practices.
Experience with SharePoint, Power Apps, or Power Automate.
Experience working in an Agile software development environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with technical and nontechnical team members.
Benefits:
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:
One of the top 5 retirement systems in the Nation (PERSI (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/) ) that offers a defined lifetime benefit at retirement
2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
Medical, vision, and dental insurance (https://ogi.idaho.gov/) benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax
11 paid holidays
Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
Paid parental leave (https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/)
Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
Additional perks and discounts (https://www.regence.com/producer/tools-for-members/advantages-discounts) available through medical provider
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)
Employee assistance program
EEO/ADA/Veteran:
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
