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System Software Programmer - Advanced

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Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/28/2026
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Job Title : System Software Programmer - Advanced

Job ID : 9250

Work Type : Remote

Client Location: Columbia, SC 29201

Duration : 12-month contract with a possibility of extension

Interview Process: 1 round, Virtual/Online

Position Details:

An existing position is now vacant on the Application Development team in the client Office of Technology. This position is important in the timely migration of applications and data from the former agency infrastructure to client systems. Staff augmentation is required to complete this ongoing major project.

Education :

A bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or a related field and experience in computer software development, modification, and maintenance. Relevant experience may substitute for the bachelor s degree on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Duties

  • Demonstrable software troubleshooting/debugging and analysis skills
  • Familiarity with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Fluent in English with the ability to communicate across project and technical teams
  • Ability to analyze and organize complex technical data logically and efficiently
  • Expertise in developing and executing software test cases
  • Experience in maintaining and upgrading existing applications and systems
  • Effective collaborator with users, vendors, and IT personnel
  • Experience planning, directing, and reviewing work of technical teams and staff
  • Experience in software security standards and best practices.

System Software Programmer Position Summary/Job Purpose:

  • The System Software Programmer will perform the independent analysis, design, implementation, modification and maintenance of agency software systems and technical support for required federal data transmittals.
  • The programmer will lead data migration and software implementation for new software and will mentor junior team members.
  • Emphasis will be placed on supporting Bureau of Water, including SDWIS, WQX, SWIFT and DW-SFTIES.
  • The programmer will regularly participate in cross-functional discussions to effectively support the needs of internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities/Job Functions:

  • Software Development and Support - Design, implement, support and maintain software, especially applications supporting the Bureau of Water functions and activities. Manual and automated testing to ensure robust, reliable applications. Address service desk tickets by working with users to understand issues, troubleshooting and debugging as needed.
  • Collaborate with Variety of Audiences - Collaborate with technical team members, customers, business analysts and other stake holders to understand, gather and polish functional and non-functional requirements of software and processes. Mentor other developers and participate in code reviews.
  • Migration Support - Assist in ongoing and future migration processes by identifying dataflows, dependencies, and technical requirements. Modify applications and support deployment process as needed.
  • Documentation and Continuity - Prepare and maintain system documentation for applications supported, including disaster/data recovery. Provide appropriate administrative documentation/project communication.
  • Data Security and Integrity - Adhere to Office of Technology (OT) application development and security standards to protect sensitive information of the agency, constituents, customers and systems.
  • Other - Additional opportunities and duties may be assigned.

Required Skills :

  • 8 years experience with government IT projects as a software developer, software engineer or related field
  • 8 years experience in building and optimizing SQL statements and stored procedures
  • 3 years experience supporting Water Quality/Safety Information Systems, preferably in a government setting
  • Working knowledge of ASP.NET, .NET, and C#, HTML, and CSS

Preferred Skills :

  • Experience implementing, configuring and supporting SDWIS, Water Quality Exchange (WQX), SWIFT, and DW-SFTIES
  • Experience with Apache Tomcat and Java
  • Experience working/collaborating with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
  • Experience using service/help desk ticket platforms and Microsoft Office products.

About Our Company

DataSoft Technologies is a highly recognized provider of professional IT Consulting services in the US. Founded in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. provides staff augmentation services for Information Technology and Automotive Services. Our team member benefits include:

  • Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical/Dental Insurance Group
  • Accident/Critical Illness Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401 (K)

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