Job Description

Position Profile
The Software Developer is responsible for the development, configuration, integration, testing, and deployment of complex agency-wide information systems to address the business requirements of the state courts system. This position provides journey-level expertise to all software development functions.
Washington Courts Employment Opportunity
Administrative Office of the Courts
Software Developer
Information Services Division
Our Mission: Advance the efficient and effective operation of the Washington Judicial System.
The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
POSITION DETAILS
Job #:2025-104
Status: Regular, Full-Time
Location: Olympia, Washington
Salary: Range 68: $84,984 - $111,504 per year (DOQ).
Opens: December 26, 2025
Closes: Open until filled. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time but no sooner than seven calendar days after posting.
WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENCY AND TELEWORK INFORMATION
AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager of this recruitment.
This position requires at least 2 days per week working onsite at AOC facilities
Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and other IT resources to develop IT applications/software using the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• May serve as the technical leader on moderately complex software or application development efforts.
• Develops and maintains functionality used by software applications, including change management, security and authentication, application distribution, support for data access, search routines, system wide configurations, and reports.
• Analyzes IT problems, conducts in-depth research, and provides recommendations on solutions based on business and technical requirements.
• Reviews and comments on functional and technical specifications written by AOC staff.
• Develops applications and software solutions using assigned languages, platforms, and frameworks.
• Creates and maintains technical documentation for research and reference.
• Performs initial unit and system testing using both manual and automated test processes with all assignments and work products being delivered to ensure they are working as expected.
• Participates with senior staff in design reviews of applications, software, systems and services.
• Collaborate with other developers and the test team to assist in testing as development progresses.
• Coordinates and performs in-depth tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new systems.
• Create documentation for ISD staff to deploy developed solutions to various environments.
• Maintains IT applications and associated components in collaboration with the application support team.
• Proactively monitors system performance to identify emerging issues.
• Evaluates results of integration efforts, then reports and make recommendations based on findings.
• Responds to customer service requests and provides journey-level troubleshooting, problem resolution and consulting.
• Communicate system problems and issues to key stakeholders, including both technical and business end users.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications and Credentials
A combination of education and experience demonstrating a working knowledge of the duties, responsibilities and competencies of the Software Developer may substitute for the qualifications listed.
A bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, OR closely allied field, AND:

• Four (4) years of experience in a complex information technology environment TO INCLUDE:

• Three (3) years of experience developing and enhancing applications using C#, .NET, MS Entity Framework, Java, and ColdFusion. or other high-level languages and tools.

THE IDEAL APPLICANT WILL ALSO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proficient in one or more major programming language/framework, such as C#, .NET, MS Entity Framework, Java, and ColdFusion.
• Working knowledge in software development methodologies, design and implementation.
• Skill using version control systems, web services, and/or automated build/deploy agents.

• General knowledge of the fundamentals of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Enterprise Architecture.

• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft 365 products, including Teams, Outlook, Word, OneNote, PowerPoint, and others, with expertise appropriate to the responsibilities of the role.

Supplemental Information

• The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.
• Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
• This position is not overtime eligible.

The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law. Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at (360) 704-4143, or fax (360) 586-4409, or via email to .
Candidates who are offered a job with AOC must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
AOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal government eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identify and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements for that form.
AOC does not use E-verify; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov
Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.
SPECIAL NOTE: Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.
We are a team-oriented culture, and a balance of family and work-life in a wonderful community. We offer a family-friendly package of pay, benefits, paid time off, and workplace opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
Our compensation plan includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Retirement Plan Options
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays)
• Paid Basic Life Insurance Policy and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Part-time employees will receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
To learn more details about all we have to offer, visit the benefits page at
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, OR closely allied field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least four (4) years of experience in a complex information technology environment TO INCLUDE: three (3) years of experience developing and enhancing applications using C#, .NET, MS Entity Framework, Java, and ColdFusion. or other high-level languages and tools?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires working onsite at least two (2) days per week at the AOC office in Olympia, Washington. Are you still interested in applying for this position?

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