Data Systems Developer - IT Data Management - Journey - Permanent - 2026-09308

Working Title- Data Systems Developer Classification- IT Data Management - Journey Job Status- Full-Time/Permanent WDFW Program- Information Technology Services – Biological Data Systems (BDS) Duty Station- *Olympia, Washington – Thurston County * Hybrid/Telework - This position offers a hybrid work schedule, with at least 1 day per week onsite at the Olympia, WA duty station and up to 4 days of telework. The selected candidate must be available to work onsite for in-person meetings and to meet business needs.

Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW ! Photo Caption – Chinook smolt – Photo Credit: Richard Bell Are you experienced with improving business and science with enterprise-class information technology? This is an opportunity to work throughout the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, system and database design, development, testing, code review, deployment, maintenance, and technical support.

With your experience, you will develop and manage data systems that are used to inform primary monitoring metrics, and as such are the foundation for much of the work accomplished by the WDFW Fish Program. WHAT TO EXPECT: Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, this position will: Develop and maintain Marine Fish biological data systems. Develop, maintain, test, and support web applications, APIs, database components, and data integrations supporting the Marine Fish Science Unit.

Analyze business and scientific requirements and translate them into maintainable application and data solutions. Maintain and enhance systems supporting marine biological, survey, fisheries, species composition, logbook, and other related data. Troubleshoot application, database, and data integration issues and implement appropriate solutions. Participate in code reviews, testing, release management, and deployment using BDS standard development practices.

Evaluate application and database changes for impacts to dependent systems and internal and external data streams. Develop and maintain BDS applications and web services. Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain web applications, APIs, services, and system integrations supporting BDS and agency business needs. Develop software using modern application development technologies and BDS-established architectural patterns and coding standards.

Participate throughout the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, code review, deployment, maintenance, and modernization. Develop reusable, extensible, secure, and testable application components. Maintain and modernize existing applications and legacy systems as assigned. Collaborate with developers, analysts, subject matter experts, and customers to develop solutions that meet business requirements.

Develop and maintain database and data integration solutions. Design, develop, test, and maintain relational database objects, including tables, views, functions, procedures, and other database components. Develop and maintain application integrations with PostgreSQL and other agency data systems. Develop data conversion, migration, and integration processes for moving data from legacy and external systems into supported BDS data systems.

Assist with database performance analysis, data quality, troubleshooting, and optimization. Evaluate database and application changes for impacts to dependent applications, reporting processes, and internal and external data exchanges. Apply BDS database design, security, and data management standards. Develop and support applications within the AWS cloud environment. Develop and deploy applications and services using AWS technologies and BDS cloud architecture and development practices.

Integrate applications with AWS services for compute, containers, relational databases, storage, identity and access management, logging, monitoring, and other application needs. Participate in automated build, testing, and deployment processes using source control and CI/CD pipelines. Troubleshoot application and integration issues within AWS environments. Working Conditions: Work setting: Duties are performed primarily in an office setting.

This position requires extensive computer use. This position also requires the ability to work with remote facility and field-based users to accurately identify hardware, software and workflow needs. As such, occasional work in field settings (hatcheries, remote terrestrial and aquatic field settings, vessels, and aircraft) is required Schedule: Typically, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. However, a varied schedule may be required including working Saturday or Sunday and overtime during peak periods, system implementations, maintenance and outages.

Travel requirements: Some travel is required throughout the State to build and support software and hardware solutions for hatchery and field staff. Occasional travel throughout the US and Canada to attend training, meetings, and conferences is also required. Customer Interactions: Customer service and Customer interaction is integral to department success. Development Team: Collaborates with fellow developers, senior developers, and technical leads on coding, debugging, code reviews, and application enhancements.

Department Managers/Leadership: Provides project updates, technical recommendations, and status reports. Product Owners/Product Managers: Discusses product features, enhancements, priorities, and release requirements. External Data Consumers/Contracted Organizations: Interacts with organizations such as PSMFC (Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission) that receive, access, or consume organizational data under contractual or partnership agreements.

QUALIFICATIONS: Required Qualifications: Option 1: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Data Management, or a closely related field. And ALL of the following: Four (4) years of professional information technology experience performing application development, database development, systems analysis, or closely related work.

Please note: Qualifying experience must include demonstrated experience in software development and/or database development, including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, troubleshooting, and ongoing support. Experience developing, deploying, or supporting applications in a cloud-hosted environment. Option 2: Eight (8) years of professional information technology experience performing application development, database development, systems analysis, or closely related work.

Please note: Qualifying experience must include demonstrated experience in software development and/or database development, including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, troubleshooting, and ongoing support. And Experience developing, deploying, or supporting applications in a cloud-hosted environment. Special Requirement/Condition of Employment: The person selected for this position will be required to pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check to be considered for the position.

Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess one or more of the following: Experience deve loping or integrating applications with artificial intelligence (AI) services, including generative AI, large language models, or machine learning services. Experience developing and deploying applications within Amazon Web Services (AWS), including application integration with services such as ECS/Fargate, RDS/Aurora, S3, Lambda, IAM, CloudWatch, load balancing, or comparable AWS services.

Experience modernizing legacy applications, databases, or business processes. Experience with modern JavaScript application development frameworks such as Angular/React. Your application must include the following: A COMPLETED online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements. An up-to-date resume. A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.

At least three (3) professional references with current contact information. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: In addition to pay and other special employee programs , there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more. Important Note: All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work.

If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents Union - WAFWP: This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.

Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice: Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following: Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at [email protected] . Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.

Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran). Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications.

Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington. The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity.

Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Request an accommodation: Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email [email protected] , or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.

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