.Net Web Developer

The Information Technology Division (ITD) of the State Court Administrator's Office (SCAO) is seeking a senior level developer and software engineer to perform complex assignments that support the business needs of the MN Judicial Branch with information technology applications. The work of this role will include senior leadership level design, software analysis and development within the Information Technology Division. The following are examples of major job duties expected for this position to perform:

• Work closely with the team to produce high-quality software solutions and innovative approaches to technology challenges.
• Proactively participate in project sessions and review/approve artifacts, including functional, technical & deployment specifications.
• Communicate, both orally and in writing, with a wide range of technical and business partners regarding complex technology.
• Develop new software and maintain existing software utilizing Microsoft and other development technologies, tools, and frameworks.
• Design, develop, test and document applications and web services that perform the functions specified in the business design by using Angular, C#, .NET, MVC and SQL Server.
• Troubleshoot existing applications with respect to database, security, web services, and third-party tools.
• Champion new technologies and methodologies to help continue to move the MN Judicial branch forward with cutting-edge technology.
• Proactively contribute to architectural design discussions and carry out the architectural vision guided by software architects.
• Develop and support tools and applications that support the MN Judicial Branch in serving the citizens of Minnesota.

Below are the past experiences that will enable success in the role. For education requirements listed, the equivalent number of years of related experience may serve as a substitute.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in management information systems, Computer Science or related field; or equivalent information technology and computer programming training that includes certification from an accredited technical school of programming.
• 5-7 years software development experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical partners.
• Ability to work well in a team-based environment.
• Strong communication skills to partner and facilitate interactions with project stakeholders and other application teams.
• Experience with MS SQL Server databases and SQL programming.
• Experience working in an agile software development environment.
• Experience with responsive web design and development.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing software with some or all: .NET Core 3.1, ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework Core, Angular, Objective-C, Swift, XAML, JSON, AWS.
• Significant experience and knowledge of full-stack application development and support, and prior experience building large-scale and high-availability web applications on the .NET framework.
• 5+ years of experience performing progressively more complex analysis, design and development for software applications.
• 5+ years of software development experience using ASP.NET/C#, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, MVC framework, Web API.

Salary
The expected starting salary range for external candidates is $43.65 - $55.66 per hour ($91,141 - $116,218 annually). The full salary range for this position is $43.65 - $67.67 per hour ($91,141 - $141,295 annually). This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for State of MN employee benefits.
Employee Benefits
The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family's wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. The employee-paid premium for a full-time employee with single coverage is only $39.66/month for the Minnesota Advantage Health Plan and $13.48/month for the Dental Plan. Click here to learn more about the benefits we offer.
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid. Position Logistics
This full-time position is classified as Information Technology Specialist V. The position will work normal business hours, Monday-Friday. Work will be conducted in a hybrid environment, with in-person work required approximately 1 time per month at the Minnesota Judicial Center, in St. Paul, Minnesota.
To Apply: Visit www.mncourts.gov/careers. Complete and submit your online application with cover letter and resume attached by April 2, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory results of our background check processes.
Why Work for Us?
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB.
We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another's growth.
It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting HR, nicole.zappa@courts.state.mn.us.
The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Employment Type: Full Time