Software Developer / Programmer 2 10/13/26

Posted: 10/13/2026

Category: Software Developer / Programmer

Job Type: W-2

Minimum Experience: 5 w/o; 3 w/BA

Required Education: -

Benefits: -

Job Description

Join AZAD Technology Partners as a Software Developer / Programmer and support the facility's Software Infrastructure and Support Services organization. This group provides products and specialized technical support directed toward real time operation of the transmission system, application services support, and critical operating information necessary for other facility functions to carry out their duties. The Team within the group supports data historians and provides analytical support for the facility's Operations Engineering group along with other departments in the agency. Data collected, compiled and amassed by the system is very dynamic and supports facility critical functions such as Dispatch.

This is a 2 year plus consultant position with high probability of long term and ongoing continued employment. This position is hybrid based in Vancouver, Washington with onsite 2 days per week. The hourly pay rate for this position is between $60.00 and $68.00 depending on related qualifications and experience, as well as composition of selected compensation package.

The ideal candidate must possess the minimum qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, business enterprise systems, engineering or a directly-related technical field is preferred.

5 years of experience is required with a bachelor's degree in applicable fields.

9 years of experience is required without a degree or applicable degree.

Experience must include direct work experience in Computer/Information Technology

Ability to design and document solutions with systems and software.

Ability to use high level programming languages such as C++, and script, sufficient to create, modify and maintain applications written in these languages.

Ability to build credibility and trust among key project stakeholders and customers.

Ability to communicate technical information verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical users.

Knowledge of ‘Requirements Engineering' and software development life cycles.

Ability to distinguish key interactions and connectives among enterprise server-client technical solutions involving hardware, networks, security, and applications.

Ability to analyze data; identify quality assurance/quality control issues; and identify failure or maintenance trends.

Valid U.S. Driver's License or RealID is required.

Preferred Skills

MS Project, SharePoint, Visio and MS Access experience

Electrical Utility experience

Knowledge of North American Electric Reliability Corporation – Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC-CIP) and National Institute of Standards and Technology and Federal Information Security Management Act FISMA requirements

Knowledge of and experience is preferred with the following:

Experience with Windows system management (Server 2003, 2008 or 2012)

Experience with Windows clustering

Experience with code management repository maintenance. (Subversion, GIT, Mercurial, etc.)

Experience with the use and support of Energy Management Systems (EMS) software in a power system control center environment, with complex computer interrelationships and network topologies.

Experience with Powershell and Microsoft Visual Studio

Experience with WIKI/knowledge-based system creation and maintenance desired

Experience with software license management

AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills.

Founded and managed by technologists and engineers, AZAD is a leading provider of Consulting Services to Fortune 500 and innovative firms since 1992.

AZAD's model provides a unique employment experience that is career path focused, relationship based and dedicated to advocacy and retention with an average tenure of 9 years.

Our collaborative approach to support our clients, projects and supporting our employees' career paths are the keys to our success. Join AZAD's professional team and enhance your career by being engaged with some of the most interesting projects in the Pacific Northwest.

EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS including Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, Paid Sick Leave, 401K Plan, Credit Union Membership, and Referral Bonus.

U.S. Citizens only for Federal Clearance Requirement.

AZAD values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences. Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve.

AZAD is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work.

AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans.

AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.