Programmer Analyst III

Join a high-performing, centralized IT team supporting critical applications within the Health and Human Services (HHS) program area—comprised of six independent County agencies and a broad network of community partners dedicated to enhancing the well-being of Fairfax County residents and visitors.

We are looking for a talented programmer to bring a clear passion for hands on coding and system design, driven by strong coding skills and a sense of pride and a commitment to delivering high quality, reliable solutions.

As a Programmer Analyst III, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining web applications using VB.NET, C#, HTML, JavaScript, ASP.NET Web Forms, ASP.NET MVC, LINQ, Transact-SQL, and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS). The ideal candidate possesses strong hands-on experience with development frameworks and tools such as Microsoft Visual Studio, .NET Framework, .NET Core, and Bootstrap, with proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server. Candidates who demonstrate a passion for coding and system design, along with a drive to create effective, reusable solutions that streamline future development and leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve business processes and service delivery, are highly valued.

Duties may include:

• Performs programming tasks on the .NET platform using VB.NET, C#, ASP.NET Web Forms and MVC frameworks, SSRS, and SQL Server databases — the primary focus of this role.
• Maintains and enhances existing .NET web applications, including complex integration projects across multiple agencies or business areas, managing multiple applications.
• Assists in resolving issues and supporting production systems to ensure smooth operation.
• Contributes to various phases of the application development lifecycle, including supporting requirements gathering, assisting with technical analysis and design, developing front-end and back-end components, creating reports, and testing deliverables.
• Develops and maintains trusted and solid working relationships with agency customers and within the department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Information Systems, Computer Technology, Business, Economics, or related field, plus three years programming/analysis experience in a complex information systems environment.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hands-on programming experience developing web applications in a complex information systems environment.
• Three or more years of demonstrable experience to support programming tasks on the .NET platform using VB.NET, C#, ASP.NET Web Forms and MVC frameworks, SSRS, and SQL Server databases.
• Experience in systems design, development, and maintenance, in an enterprise information systems environment.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable code with attention to scalability, performance, security, usability, and user-friendly design.
• Experience or knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, such as integrating AI services, building AI-assisted features, and applying machine learning tools or modern AI models to enhance applications and business processes.
• Knowledge of modern Single Page Application (SPA) frameworks such as Angular or React for building responsive, interactive web applications.
• Knowledge of no/low code application development and integrations.
• Excellent analytical and proactive problem-solving skills to identify risks and resolve issues to ensure smooth operations in production systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional growth in both technical skills and software development best practices.
• Ability to rapidly learn, adapt, and develop solutions across a wide range of technologies and platforms.
• Ability to work without supervision and prioritize projects according to business needs.
• Experience working in the public sector.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.