Web Application Developer, Maryland Coordination and Analysis Center

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Key Functions/Responsibilities/Tasks

Application Development and Programming

• Design develop and code web-based records management system features and modules using Microsoft Visual Studio IDE
• Write clean efficient and well-documented code in C# Core Razor Pages JavaScript HTML and CSS
• Implement front-end interfaces and back-end business logic in accordance with established design patterns security requirements and project specifications

Database Design Development and Administration

• Design build and maintain the SQL Server backend database supporting the records management system
• Develop and optimize T-SQL queries stored procedures views functions indexes and triggers
• Perform database schema design data modeling performance tuning and integrity validation to ensure reliable and efficient data storage and retrieval

System Maintenance Enhancement and Troubleshooting

• Provide ongoing maintenance and support for the records management system including diagnosing and resolving software defects applying security patches and implementing enhancements based on user feedback and operational needs
• Perform code refactoring and version updates to keep the application aligned with current standards and supported technologies

Testing Quality Assurance and Deployment

• Develop and execute unit tests integration tests and user acceptance test plans to validate functionality performance and security
• Manage source control using Git or comparable version control systems
• Coordinate and execute application builds releases and deployments to development staging and production environments

Requirements Gathering and Stakeholder Collaboration

• Meet with stakeholders analysts and end users to elicit analyze and document functional and technical requirements
• Translate business needs into technical specifications and development tasks
• Provide regular status updates demonstrations and progress reports to project leadership and end users throughout the development lifecycle

Documentation Training and Knowledge Transfer

• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation including system architecture data dictionaries API references deployment procedures and end-user guide
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to staff and support personnel. Ensure continuity of operations by documenting code configurations and operational procedures in accordance with agency standards

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelors degree

Additional directly related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge skills and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Experience:

Three years of experience creating developing and / or managing a software system administering enterprise-level systems or other directly related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

Masters degree or higher in Computer Science Management Information Services or related field

Experience:

Five years experience creating developing and / or managing a software system administering enterprise-level systems or other directly related experience.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following knowledge skills and abilities:

• Demonstrated proficiency developing web applications using Microsoft Visual Studio IDE C# and the Core framework (including Razor Pages and/or MVC)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server including database design T-SQL programming stored procedures indexing strategies and performance tuning
• Proficiency in front-end web technologies including HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript jQuery and the Bootstrap framework for responsive user interface design
• Experience designing and developing records management case management or other data-intensive line-of-business applications with complex data relationships
• Knowledge of secure software development practices including input validation authentication authorization role-based access control and protection against common vulnerabilities (e.g. OWASP Top 10)
• Ability to design normalized relational database schemas and to write efficient queries against large datasets while maintaining data integrity
• Working knowledge of source control and version management systems such as Git including branching merging pull requests and code review practices
• Experience with full software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies including requirements analysis design development testing deployment and maintenance
• Ability to interpret functional requirements business rules and user needs and translate them into clear technical specifications and working software solutions
• Skill in troubleshooting debugging and root-cause analysis for complex web applications and database issues across multiple environments
• Familiarity with web application deployment hosting and configuration in Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) and/or cloud environments
• Knowledge of session management audit logging password policy enforcement and other access control mechanisms appropriate for sensitive information systems
• Ability to develop and maintain clear accurate and complete technical documentation including data dictionaries system diagrams and end-user guides
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines in a fast-paced operational environment
• Demonstrated commitment to handling sensitive confidential and law enforcement information in accordance with applicable policies laws and regulations
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required background investigations security clearances and access authorizations associated with the position

**Due to the nature of the work in this position the candidate is required to pass a drug screening test and must possess (or be able to obtain and maintain) a government-issued top-secret security clearance and pass a criminal background check.

**Employee may be required to work outside of normal duty hours including weekends and holidays or on call during outages upgrades significant or special events and during crises or high-level investigations related to terrorism and criminal activities.

**Employee works in an office environment and must be able to stand bend and squat; able to lift and move up to 50 lbs. as it pertains to files supplies personal office equipment computers etc.

We offer a competitive benefits package including health life prescription and dental plans tuition remission benefits paid leave (22 days of annual 15 days of sick 3 days of personal and 14-15 holidays) and retirement plans with employer contributions. You can see more details on our benefits here.

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The University of Baltimore (UBalt or University) does not discriminate on the basis of sex gender race religion age disability national origin ethnicity sexual orientation gender identity or other legally protected characteristics in its programs activities or employment practices. UBalt is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Compliant Employer & Title IX Institution.