Job ID :
2946
Company :
State of Iowa
Location :
DES MOINES, IA
Type :
Contract
Duration :
6 Months
Status :
Active
Openings :
1
Posted :
08 Mar 2013
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Short Description:

The Software Developer/Programmer (SDP) converts data from project specifications and statements of problems and procedures to create or modify computer programs.

 

Complete Description:

Senior Developer/Programmer experienced with a government specific application or development design pattern. The Software Developer/Programmer (SDP) converts data from project specifications and statements of problems and procedures to create or modify computer programs: Prepares, or receives from systems analyst detailed workflow chart and diagram to illustrate sequence of steps that program must follow and to describe input, output, and logical operations involved. Analyzes workflow chart and diagram, applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic. Confers with supervisor and representatives of departments concerned with program to resolve questions of program intent, data input, output requirements, and inclusion of internal checks and controls. Converts detailed logical flow chart to language processed by computer. Enters program codes into computer system. Inputs test data into computer. Observes computer monitor screen to interpret program operating codes. Corrects program errors, using methods such as modifying program or altering sequence of program steps. Writes instructions to guide operating personnel during installation and maintenance of the application.  May work with business analyst to obtain and analyze project specifications and flow charts. May direct and coordinate work of others to write, test, and modify computer programs.  Most frequently requested programmer skills include C#, Java, PHP, .NET and IDMS.

The State will indicate specific development skills required with each posting.   For example: the State may specify a Software Developer/Programmer 3 with GIS skills and experience with industry standard or open source Geospatial software APIs or SDKs.

 

SDP

11 or more years of experience as a software developer, and 5 years of experience with .NET.     These consultants are recognized as top professionals in their chosen field and may be considered "Guru" subject-matter experts in IT Professional Services.  Individuals possess multiple years of experience and are extremely competent and will typically hold advanced education degrees or certifications such as a Microsoft Certified Programmer Certified Business Analyst Professional (CBAP) or Project Manager Professional (PMP).  *These advanced degrees and certifications may substitute, at the sole discretion of the State, for experience at this skill set level, and for this skill set level only.  They have worked on multiple critical projects; have demonstrated the judgment to plan and accomplish goals; perform a variety of complicated tasks, and may lead and direct the work of others. This expert may report directly to Director or CIO level management; a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

 

 

Selected Candidates must:

·      Possess strong analytical skills including troubleshooting and problem solving

·      Possess strong communications skills, both written and verbal.

·      Possess superior soft skills including the ability to: work with clients, negotiate requirements between stakeholders, work on a team, to lead and facilitate meetings, and the ability to adapt to existing processes.

·      Experience with reporting tools (ActiveReports, CrystalReports, Microsoft Reporting – client and/or server), Microsoft Reporting Services a plus, but not required.

·      Experience with integration tools (MS DTS, MS SSIS, Jitterbit, Biz Talk) a plus, but not required.

·      Experience using source control (svn, cvs, git)

·      Experience with web related technologies (html, css, javascript, jQuery, html5) a plus, but not required.

 

Selected candidate shall be expected to

·      Work within ITE’s project management and SDLC processes

·      Maintain a positive working relationship with coworkers, supervisors and customers and present a positive team environment and customer focus.

·      Adhere to DAS ITE work rules

 

 

Skills:

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount

of Experience

 

Experience in C# ASP.NET using ORM tools (any of NHibernate, Entity Framework, Fluent Nhibernate, LINQ)

Required

5

Years

MVC pattern in Visual Studio 2005, Visual Studio 2010 or newer

Required

5

Years

Experience with T-SQL language and working with MS SQL

Required

5

Years

Experience with SOA (WCF, WSE, Web Services) and related skillsets (XML, SOAP)

Required

2

Years

Possess superior soft skills including the ability to: work with clients, negotiate requirements between stakeholders, work on a team

Required

 

 

Possess strong analytical skills including troubleshooting and problem solving

Required

 

 

Experience with integration tools (MS DTS, MS SSIS, Jitterbit, Biz Talk)

Highly desired

 

 

Experience using source control (svn, cvs, git)

Highly desired

 

 

Experience with web related technologies (html, css, javascript, jQuery, html5)

Highly desired

 

 

Experience with reporting tools (ActiveReports, CrystalReports, Microsoft Reporting – client and/or server)

Highly desired

 

 

Experience with Microsoft Reporting Services

Highly desired