Description:

This position will support the IT systems used by Snapshot Wisconsin, a Wisconsin DNR project to monitor wildlife with trail cameras. Primary duties include programming in C#/ASP.NET to build and perform SQL operations to enhance and maintain the project’s web applications. This position will work closely and interact with the Snapshot Wisconsin research team on a day-to-day basis.

50% - Execute change requests for the project’s web application built in the ASP.NET framework: Conduct regular maintenance of the web applications to reduce defects and improve performance. Update web applications to improve usability and reduce user errors. Perform SQL operations to query database and visualize results within web applications.

20% - Development of new features within the existing IT system: Build new functionality and tools to streamline data collection and analysis. Suggest and implement new tools/technologies to this end using the approved project technology stack.

10%- Testing of IT system enhancements: Implement test plans to verify new features, enhancements, and defect fixes.

10% - Documentation and troubleshooting volunteers/research staff issues related to Snapshot IT systems: Regular updates to the project’s IT documentation to ensure maintainability and business continuity. Solve day-to-day issues related to the IT infrastructure and the photo storage system.

10%- Other duties, as assigned

Required qualifications:
- Education or training in application development.
- 5+ years of professional experience working on .NET framework and programming in C#.
- Extensive knowledge of Oracle or similar relational database.
- Experience in working with user requirements and translating them into working computer-based products.
- Excellent software debugging skills.
- Attention to detail and strong communication skills.
- Experience documenting software applications and code.

Preferred qualifications:
- Prior experience of building desktop applications.
- Experience working with large datasets.
- Working knowledge of all aspects of software development lifecycle and agile methodology.
- Prior experience building and scheduling remote batch jobs.
- Experience designing web user interface (UI) or user experiences (UX).

Developer must follow DNR standards and procedures for management and versioning of source code, file management and change management processes. The developer must look out for security concerns or issues when developing applications and follow security related protocols. Applications must be built and supported in compliance with Federal and State requirements.

Supplier Question: Is this a short contract or is there a possibility of an extension after 06/30/21?

 

Answer: Yes, there is a possibility of an extension after 6/30/21.

English Communication Skills

5 years

Excellent oral and written communication skills

 

and 5 years

Information Technology - Application Development

Applications Development

5 years

Information Technology - Databases

Experience with database management systems such as SQL Server, Oracle, DB2, and IMS.

 

and 5 years

Oracle

 

and 5 years

Information Technology - Languages/Tools

ASP.NET

 

and 5 years

C Sharp

 

and 5 years

Visual Studio

 

and 5 years

Information Technology - Requirements

Create detailed user documentation to facilitate the transfer of knowledge

5 years

Information Technology - Testing

Ability to perform testing of applications, facilitate testing by others, document results

 

and 2 years

Nice to HaveAdministration - Project Management

Methodologies - Understanding of project management methodologies and experience with 'agile'

 

and 2 years

Information Technology

Analyze requirements, architect solutions, implement and test final technical solutions

 

and 2 years

Information Technology - Architecture

.Net Application and Web Application Design Patterns

3 years

Information Technology – Business Analysis

Agile Methodologies (Scrum / XP)

2 years

Information Technology - Databases

Experience in scripting solutions for automation of processes in Oracle/PeopleSoft database environm

 

and 1 years

Knowledge of the DNR's infrastructure, standards and frameworks

1 years

Oracle; Knowledge of Oracle including stored procedures and SQL Tuning

5 years

Information Technology - Design

Design user interfaces and subsystems

 

and 2 years