Senior Software Engineer

The State of Delaware’s Department of Technology & Information (DTI) is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Dover, DE (hybrid) to support complex, multi-tier government systems. In this role, you will plan and deliver software end to end, from requirements and design through coding, testing, debugging, integration, and documentation, while working within a multidisciplinary team.

You will also evaluate user requests for new programs, enhancements, and system integration needs, including off-the-shelf solutions, and help drive feasibility, cost, and timing decisions through research and detailed estimates.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, requirements, design, coding, testing, debugging, system integration, and documentation for software components in complex, multi-tier government systems
• Evaluate user requests for new programs, modifications to existing programs, and integration of off-the-shelf products
• Conduct research and gather relevant data to determine feasibility, appropriateness, and required cost and time
• Prepare detailed estimates to support approval to proceed
• Prepare detailed program specifications
• Develop software according to approved specifications, and test and debug programs to deliver quality applications
• Create system and user documentation
• Monitor ongoing program and system performance
• Provide training and mentor less experienced team members
• Report to the Application Development Manager for the specific application area

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience supervising a team of technical developers
• Minimum 4 years’ experience developing large-scale public facing dynamic Java web applications (Java SDK, Java EE) including the complete software development lifecycle
• Minimum 4 years’ experience developing Spring Boot and Angular Java Web applications

Technologies

• Java, Java SDK, Java EE
• Spring Boot, Angular
• SOAP, REST, API
• Microsoft Office

DTI and Work Model

• DTI is Delaware’s central IT organization committed to providing technology services and collaborative solutions for Delaware, working to improve the lives of Delawareans through advanced technologies that innovate government services
• DTI offers a hybrid work policy for employees whose job duties are conducive to working remotely

Selective Requirement

• Applicant must possess a high school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, with emphasis in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Networks, Security, I/T Discipline, or a related field
• Professional certifications commensurate with advanced to expert technical capabilities
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in web application security standards and best practices for developing secure web applications
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in maintenance, configuration, and security of applications, databases, SOAP, REST, API, and other middleware
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in IT industry standards and best practices for systems and software development
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with Microsoft Office applications and virtual meeting tools

Benefits

• Group Health Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Prescription
• Flexible Spending (Health and Dependent Care)
• Long & Short Term Disability Insurance
• Group Universal Life Insurance
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Health Management Programs
• 21 paid vacation days
• 15 paid sick days
• 13 paid holidays
• Up to 12 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000 annually
• State funded learning opportunities, mentor programs, and professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program, including Professional Counseling Services, Legal Services, and Financial Services
• Employer & Employee Funded Pension Plan and an Employee Funded Retirement Savings Plan

Conditions of Hire

• Satisfactory fingerprint based criminal background check administered by the Delaware State Police is required as a Condition of Hire
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• DTI participates in the Federal E-Verify system and will provide Form I-9 information to confirm authorization to work in the U.S.
• DTI does not provide employment-based sponsorship
• New hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment

Selection Process

• Applications and supplemental questionnaires are evaluated based on a rating of education, training, and experience as they relate to the job requirements
• Applicants must provide complete and accurate information, including dates of employment, job title, and job duties
• After submitting the application online, future correspondence will be sent via email

Accommodations

• Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process
• Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com
• For ADA accommodations or general applicant support, call (302) 739-5458 or email [email protected]

Selection Plan: Ongoing application review.