Software Developer 2 (Contractor)

Software Developer 2 (Contractor)

RESPEC is seeking an experienced Software Developer 2 to support a major Texas Health and Human Services technology initiative in Austin, Texas. This role will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining enterprise applications that support critical business operations and public services. The ideal candidate will bring strong full-stack development experience, a collaborative mindset, and expertise working within Agile software development environments.

Core Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, modify, and maintain complex enterprise software applications.
• Write, test, debug, and optimize application code using modern development practices.
• Develop and maintain application components including Angular front-end applications, C# and ASP.NET services and applications, and Oracle database objects, triggers, and stored procedures.
• Perform unit testing, integration testing, and troubleshooting activities.
• Create test data, test scripts, and execute testing plans.
• Analyze and resolve production issues, application defects, and performance concerns.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, UX designers, technical support teams, and project stakeholders.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure compliance with development standards and best practices.
• Analyze requirements for new systems and application enhancements.
• Provide regular project status updates to project managers and team leads.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and system documentation.
• Assist with implementation, deployment, training, and knowledge transfer activities.

Required Technical Experience:

Candidates must demonstrate the following minimum qualifications:

• 7+ Years of Experience Required
• Computer programming, analysis, and development of complex business processes and enterprise system solutions.
• Coding, testing, debugging, and supporting applications in development and production environments.
• Designing program logic, system architecture, and technical specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Information Technology industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Understanding of architectural concepts, principles, frameworks, and tools.
• Data integrity, information security, and technology governance best practices.
• Delivering solutions using Agile and/or Scrum methodologies.

Required Technical Skills:

• Angular
• C#
• ASP.NET
• Oracle Database
• Stored Procedures
• Database Triggers
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Software Testing and Debugging
• Enterprise Application Development
• Agile/Scrum

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ Years of Experience Preferred
• Familiarity with enterprise information architecture and information management methodologies.
• Familiarity with software architecture frameworks and infrastructure components within large organizations.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Central Time
• Occasional evening, weekend, or holiday work may be required based on project needs.

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

• Candidates must be available to work onsite in Austin when required.
• The client will determine onsite work schedules.
• Remote work may be permitted based on project requirements.

Background Check & Compliance Requirements

• Criminal background investigation conducted within six months prior to onboarding.
• Employment eligibility verification (E-Verify compliance).
• Client-required security and confidentiality agreements.
• Information security and acceptable-use acknowledgements.
• Additional onboarding requirements as required by the client.

Work Authorization

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• E-Verify compliance is required.

Important Candidate Notes

• Local Candidates Only
• Candidates must currently reside in the Austin, Texas area.
• Candidates must already reside in Texas at the time of submission.
• Candidates planning to relocate to Texas after selection will not be considered.
• Hybrid Requirement
• Although remote work may be available at times, candidates must be able to report onsite in Austin as directed by the client.

Interview Process

• Interviews may be conducted in person and/or through Microsoft Teams.

If you are an experienced Software Developer with strong Angular, C#, ASP.NET, Oracle, and Agile experience and are interested in supporting meaningful public-sector technology initiatives, we encourage you to apply through RESPEC today.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.