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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Software Engineer III - **Company:** NorthLight Technical - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $85,000.0 - $95,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Software Applications, HTML5, Microsoft Azure, Bootstrap (Software), C Sharp (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Computer Programming, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, JSON, JQuery, Model View Controller (MVC), Software Engineering, Statistical Process Control (SPC), SQL Databases, Technical Data Management Systems, Web Services, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Information Technology, Restful APIs - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.jobvite.com/nlight/job/o9suAfwp/apply ## About the Role * BS in Software Development or equivalent work experience. * 6+ year developing software. * Direct experience programming with C# .NET, SQL, XML, JSON. * Experience developing Manufacturing Execution Systems. * Experience with integration of ERP, SPC and Data Collection systems. * Communication skills both verbal and written. * Experience with MVC, HTML5, and JavaScript (Bootstrap, jQuery). Preferred Qualifications * Familiarity with developing, deploying, or supporting Azure applications and services. * Experience with Windows administration, configuration management, continuous integration, or continuous deployment practices. * Knowledge of lasers and their underlying principles * Experience creating and consuming RESTful and SOAP API's Professional Attributes * Collaborates effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. * Communicates clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders, both verbally and in writing. * Demonstrates strong attention to detail and the ability to quickly absorb, organize, and apply new information. * Works independently from high-level goals while proactively identifying risks, dependencies, and next steps. * Comfortable providing technical direction, coordinating work, or guiding others when needed. * Adapts well to changing priorities and contributes constructively to continuous improvement. ## Description The successful candidate will be responsible for addressing day-to-day internal customer issues, as well as creating and managing software applications, to support nLight's engineering and manufacturing teams. This is a growth opportunity within the IT Software Engineering group and is an ideal fit for a team-oriented, self-directed person with ambition and drive. This position will be onsite in Camas, WA and hybrid as agreed with the IT Software Manager and Head of IT., * Support nLIGHT's manufacturing groups' use of existing applications * Create and maintain software applications and services that are used to control and record the manufacture of high-power lasers. * Create applications using C#.NET, MVC, and SQL to automate the of handling of manufacturing data and associated engineering data * Follow software design standards including abstraction, design patterns, and change control * Establish effective communication with other departments to ensure that requirements are understood and that projects are completed in a timely and effective manner * Thoroughly document software design, execution, and end-user instructions * This position will report to the IT Software Engineering manager and is expected to be able to operate under light supervision and make independent decisions and judgments. ## Related Videos - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - the weekly developer show with Chris Heilmann and Daniel Cranney](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1309-wearedevelopers-live-the-weekly-developer-show-with-chris-heilmann-and-daniel-cranney) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Introducing JSON Structure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100219-introducing-json-structure) - [You’re a great coder? 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