Senior Software Engineer, Lead DOH9003

Salary: $99,300.00 - $133,608.00 Annually
Location : Multiple Locations Statewide, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Remote Only
Job Number: DOH9003
Department: Dept. of Health
Division: Office of Innovation and Technology (OIT)
Opening Date: 10/22/2026
Closing Date: 10/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
Senior Software Engineer, Lead
This home-based (remote) position is open to Washington residents and those living in Oregon and Idaho only.
The Opportunity
As the Senior Software Engineer, Lead, you will design, code, test, deploy, and maintain complex applications that support Washington's public health programs and operations. This hands-on technical lead role combines advanced software engineering with application architecture, database development, troubleshooting, and technical guidance for other developers.
You will build and improve secure, reliable systems using modern development technologies, cloud services, and data platforms. Your work will help keep critical applications available to public health programs and partner organizations across Washington, supporting essential reporting, public health services, and the secure handling of sensitive information.
Key Responsibilities Include:

• Design and develop complex enterprise applications, writing, testing, debugging, and maintaining secure, high-quality production code.
• Lead technical architecture and implementation of application solutions, cloud-hosted services, and system integrations that meet business and security requirements.
• Develop and maintain database solutions, data integrations, and reporting tools using SQL Server, Azure Synapse Analytics, and business intelligence platforms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex application, database, performance, and security issues through technical analysis and root-cause investigation.
• Lead technical quality practices through code reviews, automated testing, performance analysis, version control, and continuous integration and deployment.
• Guide and mentor developers by assigning work, communicating technical standards, reviewing deliverables, and providing hands-on coaching.
• Plan and implement system upgrades, technology transitions, and application improvements to maintain reliability and address changing business needs.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, implementation plans, and development standards that promote consistent, secure, and maintainable systems.

Why You'll Love This Role
You'll combine hands-on software development with technical leadership, solving complex challenges and helping other developers grow. You'll also see how your work makes a difference by maintaining secure, reliable systems that support essential public health services and protect information that communities across Washington depend on.
The Ideal Candidate
You bring strong software engineering skills, experience designing and maintaining complex applications, and the ability to guide other developers. You value secure, reliable systems and understand how technology supports essential public health services.
Required Qualifications
There are multiple pathways to qualify for this position. You must meet one of the options provided and any additional criteria listed. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile. Additional relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
Option 1: Eleven (11) years of professional experience in one or more of the following IT disciplines: consulting, analyzing, designing, programming, installing and/or maintaining computer software applications.
Option 2: An associate's degree or higher in an Information Technology program or a closely related field AND Nine (9) years of professional experience in one or more of the following IT disciplines: consulting, analyzing, designing, programming, installing and/or maintaining computer software applications.
Option 3: A bachelor's degree or higher in Information Technology program or a closely related field AND Seven (7) years of professional experience in one or more of the following IT disciplines: consulting, analyzing, designing, programming, installing and/or maintaining computer software applications.
Additional Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Professional experience in software development, including designing, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining applications.
• Recent experience in coding and developing applications and solutions using current vendor supported version of tools such as SQL and .NET
• Experience developing and maintaining complex web-based applications using .NET/C#.
• Experience developing and working with relational databases using SQL and T-SQL.
• Experience developing or integrating RESTful APIs and web services.
• Experience using modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, Vue, or similar technologies.
• Experience using Agile methodologies and practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Knowledge of software development practices related to application architecture, testing, source control, security, and deployment.
• Experience providing technical leadership to others, such as coordinating development work, mentoring developers, conducting code reviews, or providing technical guidance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Management Information System, or closely allied field (Engineering/Mathematics)
• Experience with DevOps and Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices and tools such as Azure DevOps and GitHub.
• Experience developing CaaS applications in technologies such as Azure Container Apps and Docker.
• Experience with cloud computing via Azure Services such as Azure Portal, Azure App Services, Application Insights, Azure Storage, Azure SQL and Azure Functions.
• Experience developing custom components, templates and web-based applications with the Dynamics 365 PaaS, Power Platform, and Dataverse
• Experience developing custom components, templates and web-based applications with the Salesforce PaaS

Employee Benefits
We want you to have the support and benefits you need to do your best work while building a career that fits your life. As a DOH employee, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, with resources to support you now and help you plan for the future. Learn more about DOH benefits and what it's like to work with us by visiting Work@Health.
The Office of Innovation and Technology
Technology and data powering public health.
The Office of Innovation and Technology (OIT) provides the technology, data, and digital services that support DOH programs and public health partners across Washington. Our specialized teams work together to build, secure, modernize, and support the systems that power public health operations, data exchange, laboratory services, emergency response, and informed decision-making. We foster curiosity, innovation, and continuous improvement to create reliable, connected technology solutions that help DOH better serve communities across Washington.
About the Washington State Department of Health
We're nearly 2,700 professionals across Washington working together to protect and improve community health. Guided by our values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, we address health disparities, respond to emerging challenges, and strengthen systems that support resilience.
At DOH, we help reduce barriers, collaborate with diverse communities, and champion equitable health outcomes. We're passionate people who are driven to make a difference in public health. Our work depends on people who take action to learn and grow and who take action to meet the needs of others every day, in service of a healthier Washington. Explore more about the Department of Health, our programs, and our impact by visiting our website.
Working Conditions:
The following describes the working conditions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work Setting: This position's work can be performed fully remotely. No regular in-person attendance is required. If onsite work is requested by the supervisor, the request will be planned and communicated in advance. Exposure to hazards is limited to those commonly found in indoor at home or office environments. This position is sedentary, working at a computer for extended periods. The position requires repetitive use of a computer, inputting data and navigating a database, creating and modifying electronic documents, and using email and the internet.
Schedule: Standard DOH business hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position has a work schedule of 40 hours per week; however, the position may be expected to work longer hours to complete projects or assignment, and/or meeting business demands and deadlines, and/or during the annual legislative session. An alternative or flexible work schedule may be considered at the employee's request, subject to supervisory approval. May be contacted outside of business hours to address emergency or urgent business needs and is expected to assist, if possible. Maintenance windows vary from team to team but are scheduled in advance. This position may participate in stand-by coverage to support agency systems.
Travel Requirements: Travel is not required to perform the duties of this position; however occasional or infrequent travel may be expected to attend meetings, trainings, or conferences. When driving for state business, the employee must be able to legally operate a state or privately-owned vehicle; OR provide alternate transportation while on state business.
Tools & Equipment: This position uses standard office furniture and equipment, such as a desk, office chair, cell phone, computer, monitor(s), keyboard, and mouse; and when in the office, the position may also require the use of a printer, phone, fax machine, and/or copy machine. This position requires reliable access to an internet connection sufficient to perform all job duties remotely.
Customer Interactions: The position regularly requires engaging with customers in a variety of settings including agency staff, managers, and supervisors, legislators, governor's office staff, local health jurisdictions, federal government, State Board of Health, external partners, and statewide professional associations.
Other: This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative. The DOH campus is a smoke-free, drug-free, alcohol-free, scent-neutral environment. This position may be required to conduct and/or participate in public health emergency preparedness and response activities.
We Encourage You to Apply
If you meet the required qualifications for this position; we want to hear from you. Preferred qualifications describe additional experience, knowledge or skills that may be helpful in the role, but they are not required to be considered for the position. We welcome applicants with different backgrounds, experiences, identities, and perspectives.
Application Directions
To be considered, you must complete the online application in full and submit all required materials. Incomplete applications or applications missing required materials will not be considered. When completing your application, please include the following required materials:

• Cover letter: describing your qualifications for this specific position
• Resume: that details your applicable experience and education.
• Three (3) professional references: References must be entered directly into the designated references section of your application or attached as a separate document. At least one reference must be a current or recent supervisor.

DO NOT INCLUDE private details like your SSN or birth year, personal photos, transcripts, certifications, diplomas, projects, portfolios, or letters of recommendation.
Veterans Preference: We value the experience and skill veterans bring to the workforce and encourage veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses to apply. may qualify for veterans' preference in accordance with Washington State Law. If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must attach your applicable DD-214, NGB Form 22, or other equivalent discharge or separation documentation. Please redact your social security number, date of birth, and any other sensitive information before uploading and attaching the document.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve. DOH is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, the presence or perception of a disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.
Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Shawnelle Goalder at and reference DOH9003.
Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1- for technical support and login issues.
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Supplemental Information
This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
To be considered, please follow the application instructions and complete all required application materials. Information provided in your supplemental question responses, including education and experience, must be supported by your applicant profile.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
01
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

02
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? (e.g. H-1B, F1, TN, etc.) DOH is not an E-Verify agency)

• Yes
• No

03
Are you currently employed by the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)? If yes, please include your personnel number in Question #3 of the "agency questions" above

• Yes
• No

04
This position is open to residents of Washington State and those living in Oregon and Idaho only. Please select the response that applies to you:

• a. I am a resident of Washington State.
• b. I currently reside in Oregon or Idaho.
• c. I do not reside in Washington, Oregon or Idaho, but I am willing to relocate.
• d. I do not reside in Washington, Oregon or Idaho, and I am unwilling to relocate.

05
I have the following qualifications (select one):

• a. Eleven (11) years of professional experience in one or more of the following IT disciplines: consulting, analyzing, designing, programming, installing and/or maintaining computer software applications.
• b. An associate's degree or higher in an Information Technology program or a closely related field AND Nine (9) years of professional experience in one or more of the following IT disciplines: consulting, analyzing, designing, programming, installing and/or maintaining computer software applications.
• c. A bachelor's degree or higher in Information Technology program or a closely related field AND Seven (7) years of professional experience in one or more of the following IT disciplines: consulting, analyzing, designing, programming, installing and/or maintaining computer software applications.
• d. None of the above

06
How would you describe your professional experience in software development, including designing, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining applications?

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this experience.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it.
• c. I have independently performed this activity.
• d. I have independently and regularly performed this activity, including in complex or non-routine situations, and have extensive knowledge in this area.

07
Do you have recent experience coding and developing applications and solutions using current vendor-supported versions of tools such as SQL and .NET?

• Yes
• No

08
If yes, please describe your recent experience coding and developing applications and solutions using current vendor-supported versions of tools such as SQL and .NET. Include specific examples of your work.
09
How would you describe your experience developing and maintaining complex web-based applications using .NET/C#?

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this experience.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it.
• c. I have independently performed this activity.
• d. I have independently and regularly performed this activity, including in complex or non-routine situations, and have extensive knowledge in this area.

10
How would you describe your experience developing and working with relational databases using SQL and T-SQL?

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this experience.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it.
• c. I have independently performed this activity.
• d. I have independently and regularly performed this activity, including in complex or non-routine situations, and have extensive knowledge in this area

11
How would you describe your experience developing or integrating RESTful APIs and web services?

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this experience.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it.
• c. I have independently performed this activity.
• d. I have independently and regularly performed this activity, including in complex or non-routine situations, and have extensive knowledge in this area.

12
How would you describe your experience using modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, Vue, or similar technologies?

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this experience.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it.
• c. I have independently performed this activity.
• d. I have independently and regularly performed this activity, including in complex or non-routine situations, and have extensive knowledge in this area.

13
How would you describe your experience using Agile methodologies and practices throughout the software development lifecycle

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this experience.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it.
• c. I have independently performed this activity.
• d. I have independently and regularly performed this activity, including in complex or non-routine situations, and have extensive knowledge in this area.

14
How would you describe your knowledge of software development practices related to application architecture, testing, source control, security, and deployment?

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this skill.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it.
• c. I have the knowledge needed to independently apply this information in my work.
• d. I have advanced knowledge in this area and can independently apply that knowledge in complex or non-routine situations.

15
How would you describe your experience providing technical leadership to others, such as coordinating development work, mentoring developers, conducting code reviews, or providing technical guidance?

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this experience.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it.
• c. I have independently performed this activity.
• d. I have independently and regularly performed this activity, including in complex or non-routine situations, and have extensive knowledge in this area.

16
Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Management Information System, or closely allied field such as Engineering or Mathematics?

• Yes
• No

17
How would you describe your experience with DevOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices and tools such as Azure DevOps and GitHub?

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this experience.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it. (
• c. I have independently performed this activity.
• d. I have independently and regularly performed this activity, including in complex or non-routine situations, and have extensive knowledge in this area.

18
How would you describe your experience developing CaaS applications using technologies such as Azure Container Apps and Docker?

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this experience.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it.
• c. I have independently performed this activity.
• d. I have independently and regularly performed this activity, including in complex or non-routine situations, and have extensive knowledge in this area.

19
How would you describe your experience with cloud computing using Azure services such as Azure Portal, Azure App Services, Application Insights, Azure Storage, Azure SQL, and Azure Functions

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this experience.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it.
• c. I have independently performed this activity.
• d. I have independently and regularly performed this activity, including in complex or non-routine situations, and have extensive knowledge in this area.

20
How would you describe your experience developing custom components, templates, and web-based applications using the Dynamics 365 PaaS, Power Platform, and Dataverse?

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this experience.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it.
• c. I have independently performed this activity.
• d. I have independently and regularly performed this activity, including in complex or non-routine situations, and have extensive knowledge in this area.

21
How would you describe your experience developing custom components, templates, and web-based applications using the Salesforce PaaS?

• a. I have not performed this activity or do not have this experience.
• b. I have some exposure to this activity, typically through observation, receiving training, or supporting someone else who was responsible for it.
• c. I have independently performed this activity.
• d. I have independently and regularly performed this activity, including in complex or non-routine situations, and have extensive knowledge in this area.

22
I have reviewed my responses to the supplemental questions for accuracy and understand they cannot be changed once the job announcement closes.

• Yes

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