Application Programmer/Analyst Expert

Application Programmer/Analyst Expert

Agency Website: www.djj.virginia.govRecruitment Type: General Public - GJob DutiesThe Application Programmer/Analyst Expert serves as a senior technical resource responsible for designing, developing, and supporting complex technology solutions that advance the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice's strategic goals. This role functions as a technical lead within the Applications Development team and manages all phases of the systems development life cycle, including analysis, development, testing, documentation, implementation, and maintenance of software applications. The position may serve as a technical lead on assigned projects or initiatives, guiding development efforts and ensuring successful delivery of technology solutions. The job duties include: Lead the design and development of complex applications using Visual Studio. NET, leveraging advanced proficiency in C#, Visual Basic, and the. NET Framework to support agency business operations. Develop, enhance, and maintain front end and back end web applications using ASP.NET MVC/Core, Web API, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, jQuery, and related technologies to deliver modern, responsive, and accessible solutions. Build and support enterprise desktop applications using WinForms and WPF, ensuring reliability, usability, and alignment with agency standards. Design, develop, and optimize Oracle PL/SQL procedures, packages, and complex SQL queries to support robust data processing and reporting needs. Utilize Git or TFS for source control, ensuring proper versioning, code review practices, branch management, and collaborative development workflows. Apply progressively responsible experience in. NET programming, relational database design, and systems development to ensure efficient, scalable, and secure application architecture. Perform full life cycle development activities—including coding, testing, documentation, deployment, and maintenance—to ensure continuous improvement and long term sustainability of applications. Troubleshoot complex technical issues across application layers and provide expert level guidance to colleagues on architecture, design patterns, coding practices, and system integration.