Software Developer (.NET Core)

Project Introduction 

The Data Management Center (DMC) Application Development and Sustainment project provides enterprise software development, modernization, and data governance support for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA). The program sustains and modernizes a portfolio of approximately twelve custom-built .NET web applications, Microsoft Power Platform solutions, SharePoint sites, SSRS and Power BI reports, and supporting SQL Server databases that enable OAA's health professions education, Advanced Fellowship, and trainee management mission. Work includes migration to the VA Enterprise Cloud (VAEC) using Microsoft Azure, SSRS-to-Power BI and WebForms-to-ASP.NET Core modernization, enterprise data governance toward Level 4-5 CMMI target operating maturity, Section 508 accessibility compliance, and continuous sustainment of the active VA-wide umbrella ATO (FIPS 199 Moderate). DMC personnel support both day-to-day operations and strategic modernization initiatives in alignment with VA policies, VAEC standards, and Government-approved governance processes. All work is performed at the Contractor's facility. 

Professional Level

The Software Developer (.NET Core) aligns as an E2 position at 9th Way Insignia. The position is a mid-level Engineer role supporting the VA Office of Academic Affiliations Data Management Center (DMC). This role supports the development and maintenance of DMC applications under the guidance of senior developers, performing hands-on coding, testing, and documentation to sustain existing systems and support incremental enhancements. The Software Developer (.NET Core) works within established architectural patterns and secure coding standards to keep the OAA application portfolio stable, accessible, and compliant within the active VA umbrella ATO (FIPS 199 Moderate). 

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify application code using C#, .NET Core MVC, legacy .NET Framework v4.8, JavaScript, and CSS. 
• Maintain existing user interfaces and support incremental enhancements to the DMC application portfolio. 
• Perform hands-on coding, unit testing, debugging, and technical documentation. 
• Write and maintain SQL queries, stored procedures, and database objects in support of application functionality. 
• Support defect resolution, break/fix activity, and sustainment of existing systems. 
• Support ATO vulnerability remediation and secure coding practices under senior developer direction. 
• Ensure code and interfaces meet Section 508, ADA, and WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA compliance requirements. 
• Use Azure DevOps for source control, work item tracking, and CI/CD pipeline activity. 
• Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback from senior developers. 
• Participate in recurring technical working sessions with the DMC team. 

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. No equivalencies or substitutions for the degree requirement will be accepted. 
• Four (4) or more years of experience in software development with .NET Core MVC and C#. 
• Knowledge of SQL database design and programming. 
• Demonstrated ability to work productively under the technical direction of senior developers. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Must have resided continuously in the United States for the past 36 months. 
• U.S. Citizenship required. 

Preferred/Desired 

• Familiarity with Azure DevOps. 
• Exposure to Microsoft Azure services (App Services, Functions, Azure SQL). 
• Microsoft certifications in .NET or Azure development. 
• Experience supporting federal agencies or large enterprise environments. 
• Experience with Section 508 accessibility standards.