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Software Engineer

State of Delaware
Dover, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 8/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/29/2026
Introduction

Looking for a rewarding career in the fast-paced technology industry? Look no further!

The Department of Technology & Information (DTI) is Delaware's central IT organization committed to providing technology services and collaborative solutions for Delaware while working to improve the lives of Delawareans through advanced technologies that innovate government services.

Employment with DTI is an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that offers opportunities for professional development. DTI employees have the chance to work with 'best in class IT companies' offering our employees experience operating with some of the most talented in their field.

In addition to recruiting and retaining the best and brightest, DTI acknowledges and values the diversity of our employees. DTI recognizes that fostering a diverse workforce provides remarkable benefits in terms of innovative thinking, increased collection of skills and experiences, greater teamwork, and higher morale.

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DTI offers a robust hybrid work policy for employees whose job duties are conducive to working remotely.

Summary Statement

Principal responsibilities include the planning, requirements, design, coding, testing, debugging, system integration, and documenting of software components of complex, multi-tier government systems.

Responsible for evaluating user requests for new programs, modifications to existing programs, and system integration of off the shelf Products. Performs research and gathers relevant data to determine feasibility, appropriateness, and cost and time required. Prepares detailed estimates in order to obtain approval to proceed. Develops software according to approved specifications, tests and debug programs for the delivery of quality applications. Creates system and user documentation. Monitors ongoing program and system performance. May provide training or act as a mentor to less experienced team members.

The Software Engineer must be a fast learner with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and able to work with minimal supervision as part of a multidisciplinary team. The incumbent must be able to work well with a diverse group of team members to deliver software solutions on time, on budget and within specifications.

The Software Engineer will report to the Application Development Manager responsible for the particular application area.

Preferred Qualification

Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met.

  • Possess an Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Telecommunications, I/T discipline or a related field.
  • Possess strong skills in design, development and testing using Microsoft .NET framework
  • Possess strong skills in using SQL server 2013 or higher and/or Oracle 13g or higher

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Software Engineer (.Net)

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  • Possess a minimum of 2 years' technical experience in the development of web-based solutions with specific experience in the full system development lifecycle
  • Possess a minimum of 3 years' IT experience focused on software development, report creation, system development lifecycle and application support.
  • Possess a minimum of 2 years' experience in .NET technologies to include C#.NET 4.0 or higher and .NET Core C#
  • Possess a minimum of 1 year experience working knowledge of the all SCRUM framework, practices, rules, and Agile SDLC
  • Possess professional certifications commensurate with Beginner to Intermediate technical capabilities

Additional Posting Information

DTI Retains the right to close the job posting prior to the listed application deadline, should a business need warrant it.

Conditions of Hire

Criminal background check: A satisfactory fingerprint based criminal background check administered by the Delaware State Police is required as a Condition of Hire.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. DTI participates in the Federal E-Verify system where we will provide the federal government with each Executive Branch new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information visit our Job Seeker Resource web page .

DTI does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Benefits

DTI's Benefits to include:

Group Health Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Prescription, Flexible Spending (Health and Dependent Care), Long & Short Term Disability Insurance, Group Universal Life Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance, Health Management Programs.

21 paid vacation days, 15 paid sick days, 13 paid holidays, Up to 12 weeks paid Parental Leave.

Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000 annually.

State funded learning opportunities, mentor programs and professional development opportunities.

Employee Assistance Program: Access to support services such as Professional Counseling Services, Legal Services, Financial Services.

Employer & Employee Funded Pension Plan as well as an Employee Funded Retirement Savings Plan available.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Selective Requirements must be met in addition to the job requirements. Applicants who do not possess the selective requirement will not be qualified.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling or by visiting delawarerelay.com.

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call or email

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Selection Plan

Ongoing application review

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