Senior .NET Developer

Texas GovLink, Inc. is an Austin-based firm which has been a leading provider of technical and business professionals to clients in Texas. We are currently seeking an experienced Senior. NET Developer to be a key resource on a technical services team. Work Location Hybrid (90% remote). Candidates must be local to Austin, TX. Responsibilities We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Developer to plan, design, develop, test and maintain enterprise applications. This role is responsible for driving solutions from concept through delivery, providing technical contribution, and collaborating closely with both internal teams and external partners. The position requires collaboration with a blended team of full-time and contract developers, adherence to SDLC best practices, and alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in .NET technologies and relational databases, along with strong leadership and communication skills to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders. Provide technical contribution across multiple enterprise application initiatives through design, implementation, and delivery Own the full software development life‑cycle (SDLC), from requirements gathering to deployment and support Build robust, custom business applications from the ground up Collaborate with program area stakeholders to understand business needs and help translate them into technical solutions Provide hands‑on technical guidance in various technologies such as .NET and relational SQL databases Build and lead development of ETL, data centralization for reporting consumption Ensure high standards for code quality, security, and performance through code reviews and best practices Drive agile delivery by breaking work into increments, participating in sprint ceremonies, developing code, reviewing code, and working closely with the project team Advance AI‑assisted development by using GitHub Copilot to accelerate coding, improve quality, and automate repetitive tasks Build and optimize containerized services by creating Docker‑based environments, producing efficient and secure images, and aligning solutions with agency standards Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong, experienced problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously Qualifications 8 years of: Enterprise Software Development Life Cycle Strong hands‑on experience with .NET (C#, ASP.NET, API, .NET Core) Excellent, effective communication with customer and design ideas with teams, verbally & written 5 years of: Estimating work with accurate estimate and deliver on time Experience with Agile/Scrum and traditional SDLC methodologies Proficient in ETL and relational databases (SQL Server and Oracle) Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and version control (e.g., Jenkins, Bit Bucket) Unit Testing 3 years of: Experience in leveraging AI tools across design, development, and testing processes. Preferred: 3 years of working with Texas Education Agency (TEA) and TEA applications. Containerized applications Overview Texas GovLink offers its family of consultants attractive benefits including medical insurance (TGL shares a percentage of the cost), life insurance, a matching 401(k) plan, and a cafeteria plan. Candidates selected for interview will be required to undergo criminal background checks and may be required to complete a drug screen in accordance with Federal and State law. Offers of Employment are contingent on a successful background check. Texas GovLink is an equal opportunities employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr