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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # L&I IT Application Development - Senior/Specialist - **Company:** L&I, INC. - **Location:** Olympia, WA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $99,300.0 - $133,608.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** ASP.NET, HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Agile Methodology, Applications Architecture, Software Applications, JIRA, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Software as a Service, Code Review, Computer Programming, Databases, Database Development, Database Queries, Programming Tools, Entity Framework, Windows Communication Foundation, JSON, JQuery, Microsoft Visual Studio, Windows Presentation Foundation, Microsoft SQL Server, Visual Basic .NET (Programming Language), Model View Controller (MVC), Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Transact-SQL, Web Services, Extensible Markup Language (XML), .NET Core, Information Technology, Data Management, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Software Version Control - **Published:** October 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/8da7c83e-03e0-433c-83ef-9dbb0e7edcdf ## About the Role Required: * Ten (10) years of recent professional experience: + Developing and enhancing applications using languages and tools such as Visual Studio, C#, VB.Net, ASP.Net, HTML, CSS, JavaScript XML, JQuery, MWM or MVC, WPF, ADO, WCF, JSON + Writing and accessing database code using T-SQL, stored procedures, and Entity Framework + Performing unit testing + Applying development standards in a managed environment AND * The ability to take action to learn and grow. * The ability to take action to meet the needs of others. NOTE: Education may substitute year for year for experience up to four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree and up to two (2) years for an associate's degree in Computer Science, Computer Programming, or a closely aligned field. Desired: * One (1) year of experience within an agile scrum team., **Applications with incomplete work history, missing employment information, references to a resume in place of detailed work experience, or fewer than three (3) professional references with current telephone numbers may be considered incomplete and may not be considered for further review., What is your highest level of completed education in Computer Science, Computer Programming, or a closely aligned field? * Some college education * Associate's degree * Bachelor's Degree * Master's Degree or higher * None of the above 08 How many years of professional experience do you have writing SQL or T-SQL? * None * Less than 1 year. * 1 year to less than 3 years. * 3 years to less than 5 years. * 5 or more years. 09 Which of the following have you used professionally? Select all that apply. * C# * VB.NET * T-SQL * JavaScript * HTML/CSS * JSON * XML * ASP.NET / .NET Core * Entity Framework * None of these 10 How many years of professional experience do you have programming in C#, VB.NET, or other .NET languages? * None. * Less than 1 year. * 1 year to less than 3 years. * 3 years to less than 5 years. * 5 or more years. 11 Which of the following development tools have you used professionally? Select all that apply. * Visual Studio * SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) * Azure DevOps * Git / GitHub * Visual Studio Code * None of these 12 How many years of professional experience do you have troubleshooting and resolving issues in application code? * None. * Less than 1 year. * 1 year to less than 3 years. * 3 years to less than 5 years. * 5 or more years. 13 How many years of professional experience do you have applying coding and testing standards (for example, code reviews and unit testing)? * None. * Less than 1 year. * 1 year to less than 3 years. * 3 years to less than 5 years. * 5 or more years. 14 How many years of professional experience do you have applying security practices in application development (for example, secure coding, authentication, etc)? * None * Less than 1 year. * 1 year to less than 3 years. * 3 years to less than 5 years. * 5 or more years. 15 How many years of professional experience do you have using application source control? * None * Less than 1 year. * 1 year to less than 3 years. * 3 years to less than 5 years. * 5 or more years. 16 Describe your experience working as a senior or lead developer applying development standards on a team.In your response, please include the following: Employer(s) and approximate dates. Your role on the team. The standards you applied or helped establish. One example of the result or impact.If you do not have this experience as a lead, please mark "N/A". 17 Tell us about your experience in applying development standards in a managed environment. 18 Which of the following best describes your experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment? * I have 2+ years working in an Agile/Scrum team using tools like Azure DevOps or Jira * I have 1-2 years of Agile/Scrum experience. * I have a Scrum Master Certification. * I have some exposure to Agile/Scrum concepts but limited hands-on experience. * I have no Agile/Scrum experience ## Description Our Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability About the Division and Office The Information Technology Division is an internal service organization responsible for providing information technology-based products and services in support of the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) agency business priorities. The Maintenance and Operations Program (M&O), under the Deputy Chief Information Officer, is responsible for the implementation and delivery of the products and services within IT and sustaining operations so that L&I can complete business as usual with minimal delay or downtime. Within M&O, the Applications & Data Management (A&DM) program is comprised of six development teams organized into multiple Agile teams that deliver advanced web capabilities to citizens and businesses within Washington State., As the IT Application Development Senior/Specialist, you will serve as the technical lead for development of Agile product teams, supporting highly visible systems with agency-wide, state-wide and multi-agency impact. If selected for this role, you will use your expertise to mentor and lead staff in the area of .NET technologies, coding standards, and best practices. This position provides strategic planning for custom developed applications and Software as a Service (SaaS) solution to support the programs business functions., Some of what you'll do: * Technical Lead + Develop technology roadmaps for highly complex systems that have significant statewide or multi-agency impact and ensure they align to the agency's technical architecture. + Design, develop, and implement solutions using Microsoft .NET technologies, Transact SQL, SQL Server databases, Java, Software as a Service (SaaS), and/or Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) so that systems are compliant with agency and industry standards. + Align application architecture, development teams, and technology solutions for the development team. + Lead development efforts to resolve technical issues and production issues quickly. + Coordinate between multiple technical teams to implement and resolve technology issues. + Serve as a technical mentor to other systems developers in resolving highly complex technical issues. + Resolve issues related to environment, platform, software and hardware to ensure timely delivery of software products. * Application Development + Develop and maintain software applications, application interfaces and web services. + Serve as technical advisor who is responsible for assisting management in coordinating work items for a number of applications. + Develop, maintain, and enhance applications. + Develop prototypes that enable business functionality. + Lead staff and work independently to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve technology issues relating to applications, environment, platform, software, or hardware. + Participate in Incident Response and Problem Management teams to identify solutions. * Application Development - Process Documentation + Use the software development lifecycle (SDLC) process to plan, analyze, design, develop, and test applications and application interfaces. + Ensure the delivery of technology solutions by using technology standards and procedures that are in alignment with the technology direction of L&I. * Application Development Research + Research emergent technologies and make determination for use and implementation. And much more., To help you maintain a proper work-life balance, teleworking is one of the work schedule options for this position. L&I also offers flexible custom work schedules. We offer hybrid and remote work options, though we're primarily seeking candidates who live in Washington State or are willing to relocate, to support in-person collaboration and access to on-site resources when needed. Remote work from a state outside of WA requires approval. State employees who meet the qualifications will become eligible for a generous retirement package at the end of the employee's career. Click on the "Benefits" tab to learn more. At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice., 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 Benefits Employees 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 Compensation State 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 Security All 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 Forgiveness If 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. Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. 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 of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday., Which best describes your experience writing and/or troubleshooting database code? * Extensive experience writing and/or troubleshooting T-SQL or similar, stored procedures, and using Entity Framework in a production environment. * Solid experience with T-SQL and stored procedures; moderate troubleshooting and Entity Framework use. * Moderate SQL experience; limited troubleshooting and stored procedure or Entity Framework use. * Basic SQL query writing only. * No database development experience. 20 Describe a complex issue you diagnosed and resolved involving application code, databases, or the supporting infrastructure. In your response, include: The employer and your role (lead, senior, or team member) How you identified the root cause How you resolved it, and the outcomeIf you do not have this experience, please enter "N/A. " 21 Which best describes your experience serving in a technical lead role for a development team? * Formal or informal technical lead experience, contributes to setting architecture direction and coding standards, mentoring junior/mid-level developers, and reviewing others' technical work in a professional setting. * Served as an informal team lead or senior resource: provided technical guidance and reviewed peers' code, but without a formal lead designation. * Acted as a subject matter expert or go-to resource on the team; limited formal mentoring or code review responsibilities. * No technical lead or mentoring experience.