Web Applications Developer jobs in Olympia, WA

This position will develop, integrates and maintains applications, software, systems and associated processes for the AOC Learning Management systems serving the needs of the Washington judiciary.

Reporting to an Information Technology Supervisor or equivalent, this is a senior level position that works independently and exercises decision-making responsibility commensurate with the high level of technical expertise required of the position. Work products are expected to be of the highest quality, and utilized to review and evaluate the technical work products of lower level system integrators. May perform lead worker duties if assigned in writing by Division Direct

Our Mission:  Advance the efficient and effective operation of the Washington Judicial System.

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance.

Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.

Job #:              2024-35

Status:             Regular, Full-Time* 

Location:         Olympia, Washington

Salary:             Range 72: $91,068 - $119,496 per year (DOQ).  

Opens:            April 18, 2024

Closes:            May 9, 2024. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time.

AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State.  Any exceptions must be approved.  If you are invited to interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager of this recruitment.

Position may be eligible for hybrid working; a combination of telework and working in-office.

• Develops and maintains code in an environment including Adobe ColdFusion, JAVA, JavaScript, Node.JS, Vue.JS, HTML5, CSS3, JSON, REST, SQL, Azure DevOps. 
• Develops problem determination and resolution techniques and procedures.
• Write, review and comment on functional and technical specifications. 
• Unit test code using manual and automated test processes. 
• Collaborate with the project team and other internal cross-teams for developing, testing and deploying code in support of various efforts. 
• Prioritize work appropriately, carry out assignments with the appropriate level of direction. Complete tasks within deadlines. 
• Oversees and mentors journey level staff and work products.
• Monitors work progress, informing team leaders, team managers and/or customers of project status, problems or obstacles and workload problems in a timely manner.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, computer science OR closely allied field; AND
• Eight years of experience working in a complex information technology environment including direct experience with a major systems integration effort.

A combination of education and experience demonstrating a working knowledge of the duties, responsibilities and competencies of the Senior System Integrator may substitute for qualifications listed.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Expert level skills in web application development including, JavaScript, Node.JS, Vue.JS, JSON and XML. 
• Experience programming with SQL.
• Experience developing web user interfaces which are standards-compliant, cross-browser compatible and adhere to accessibility guidelines
• Strong grasp of security principles for web applications.
• Interpersonal skills to work across boundaries and to establish and maintain professional working relationships with co-workers, customers and clients.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to learn new concepts and skills, absorb and retain new information.
• Knowledge of source control systems such as Git.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience using VueJs or other frontend JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, etc).
• Experience working with Visual Studio 
• Ability to lead, coach and mentor lower level staff 
• Working with Learning Management Systems such as SumTotal.
• Experience with ColdFusion applications. 
• Experience with Cloud services such as Azure, AWS or others.

THE PREFERRED CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• Eight (8) or more years of HTML and JavaScript experience
• Eight (8) or more years of systems or requirements analysis experience 
• Five (5) or more years of Web Services Development.
• Three (3) or more years of experience with SQL development (SQL programming, database design, stored procedures, etc.) 

Also Desirable Are:  

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• The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.
• Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
• This position is not overtime eligible.

The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law.  Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at (360) 705-5337, or fax (360) 586-4409, or via email to Recruitment@courts.wa.gov. 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

SPECIAL NOTE:  Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.