System Software Programmer - SSP

System Software Programmer - SSP 25-34360

Job Title: System Software Programmer
Location: Columbia, SC - Hybrid (2 Days Onsite per Week)
Duration: 12-Month Contract

Project Overview: A large public-sector organization is seeking a highly experienced System Software Programmer to support mission-critical application development initiatives. This role will serve as a technical lead within an Application Development team, supporting major system re‑engineering projects related to child welfare and human services programs.

Position Summary: The System Software Programmer will act as a project lead responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex enterprise applications and system integrations. This role supports multiple inter‑agency interfaces, federal and state compliance requirements, and ongoing system modernization efforts.

• Lead development of system enhancements supporting interfaces with child welfare, child support, and protective services systems
• Design and implement bi-directional system interfaces with external state agencies to meet federal and state requirements
• Support ongoing maintenance and operations of child and adult protective services systems and related subsystems
• Assist with system planning and design to support new federal compliance requirements
• Lead development and implementation of system changes related to regulatory or settlement-driven mandates
• Support development efforts for preventive services and human services initiatives
• Develop data files for federal, state, and ad hoc reporting requirements
• Design, develop, and modify applications using VB/.NET, ASP.NET, and C#
• Develop and optimize solutions that access Microsoft SQL Server databases

• Bachelor's degree or Associate degree in a related field

• 10+ years of experience designing and implementing software systems using .NET
• 8+ years of experience developing data-driven applications using SQL
• 8+ years of experience building Windows and web-based applications using N-Tier architectures
• 5+ years of experience with Microsoft operating systems and enterprise application platforms

• Experience with child welfare or human services system design and development
• Familiarity with SACWIS and/or CCWIS requirements

• Microsoft SQL Server 2019
• Team Foundation Server (TFS)
• Microsoft Visual Studio 2017/2019
• C#, ASP.NET, .NET
• Java Script
• SSRS, SSIS
• MS Access
• FTP
• Entity Framework 6 (Plus)
• ASP.NET MVC 3 or higher (Plus)

• Strong ability to communicate system design and implementation decisions
• Effective written and verbal communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Strong project leadership and organizational skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently