System Programmer

Title: Systems Software Programmer - Consultant (W2 or 1099)

Pay Rate: $70.00-$80.00/hour Max 1099 Rate: $90.00/ Hr

Duration of the

Contract:

12 months

Possibility for Extension: Yes

Work Location: Role is hybrid (2 days onsite per week)

Candidate location: Candidate must be a CURRENT SC resident. No relocation allowed.

• 10+ years of experience independently designing and implementing medium to large-scale software systems using .NET architectures
• 8+ years of experience developing data-driven applications utilizing SQL as part of the application architecture
• 8+ years of experience developing Windows-based and web-based applications using:
  • Dynamic content
  • Complex security models
• 5+ years of experience with Microsoft operating systems and at least two of the following:
  • Application servers
  • Database servers
  • Messaging servers
  • Web servers
  • (e.g., MS Server, Team Foundation Server, Visual Studio)

• Experience supporting child welfare or human services systems
• Knowledge of SACWIS/CCWIS requirements and objectives

• Microsoft SQL Server 2019
• Team Foundation Server (TFS)
• C#, ASP.NET, .NET
• SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
• SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
• Microsoft Access
• FTP
• Entity Framework 6 (preferred)
• ASP.NET MVC 3 or higher (preferred)
• Strong ability to communicate software design and implementation decisions, including tradeoffs and rationale
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to collaborate effectively with DSS staff and other state IT teams
• Strong project leadership and organizational skills
• Self‑motivated, results‑oriented, and accountable

• Required
  
  Certifications:
  
  None

The selected candidate will serve as the Systems Programmer Project Lead
, providing technical leadership and hands‑on development support for DSS child welfare re‑engineering projects. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of system modifications supporting interfaces with:
  • Division of Child and Family Services
  • Child Support Systems (PACSS and CAPSS)
• Lead development of secure, bi‑directional interfaces with:
  • Department of Health and Human Services
  • Department of Education
  • Department of Mental Health
  • ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements
• Assist with ongoing maintenance and operations of child and adult protective services systems and related subsystems
• Support planning and system design efforts to implement new CCWIS and AFCARS federal requirements
• Lead development and implementation of CAPSS changes required by the Michelle H. settlement agreement
• Assist with development and support activities related to the Families First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA)
• Develop and maintain data files for federal reporting, state reporting, and ad hoc data requests

• Design, develop, and modify VB/ASP.NET and C# applications
• Develop data-driven solutions accessing Microsoft SQL Server 2019 databases
• Ensure application performance, scalability, security, and reliability
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to ensure successful task completion and delivery

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