• IT Software Engineer II

    Idaho Division of Human Resources (Boise, ID)


    IT SOFTWARE ENGINEER II

    Posting Begin Date: 2025/05/20

     

    Posting End Date: 2025/06/11

     

    Category: IT And Computers

     

    Work Type: Full Time

     

    Minimum Salary: 38.50

     

    Maximum Salary: 40.00

     

    Pay Rate Type: Hourly

    Description

    State of Idaho Opportunity

     

    Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

     

    We are looking for a skilled .NET Core Software Engineer with strong SQL Server expertise to design, develop, and maintain robust web and backend applications. The ideal candidate will have 1-5 years of experience in .NET Core development, a solid understanding of SQL Server, and a passion for writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code.

     

    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 Adi Barman ([email protected]) or Rob Blanchard ([email protected]).

     

    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

    + Develop and maintain web and backend applications using .NET Core and C#.

    + Design, implement, and optimize SQL Server databases, including writing complex queries, stored procedures, and triggers.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

    + Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

    + Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.

    + Contribute to the design and implementation of RESTful APIs and microservices.

    + Ensure application performance, scalability, and security through best practices.

    + Stay updated with the latest .NET Core and SQL Server advancements and incorporate them into projects as appropriate.

     

    Minimum Qualifications - You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume and/or work history to your application. Your resume and/or work history must clearly reflect how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to provide this information may disqualify you from being considered for this position.

    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

    + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

    + 1-5 years of professional experience in software development with .NET Core and C#.

    + Experience with ASP.NET Core MVC and Web API development

    + Strong proficiency in SQL Server, including database design, T-SQL, stored procedures, and performance optimization.

    + Experience with Entity Framework Core or similar ORM frameworks.

    + Solid understanding ofobject-oriented programming (OOP),design patterns(SOLID, CQRS, etc.), andRESTful services.

    + Experience with version control systems such as Git.

    + Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

    + Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

    + Experience with ASP.NET Core for web application development.

    + Knowledge of front-end technologies like JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.

    + Exposure tofront-end technologieslike Angular, React, or Blazor is a plus.

    + Experience with unit testing frameworks (e.g., xUnit, NUnit, or MSTest).

    + Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

    + Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

    Benefits:

    The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

    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[email protected].

     

    Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.