Title: Sr Programmer Analyst-Expert
State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist III
Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience
Pay Band: 6
Agency: Department of Taxation
Location: Main Street Center
Agency Website: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/work-with-us
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Virginia Department of Taxation, Office of Technology, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sr. Programmer Analyst Expert to drive innovation and transformation within our tax return processing systems. This role is critical to ensuring that our systems continue to meet the evolving needs of both Virginia taxpayers and the Commonwealth government.
As a Sr. Programmer Analyst Expert, you will collaborate closely with both business and technical stakeholders to refine requirements, design robust system architectures, and deliver enhancements that improve functionality, performance, and user experience. Your leadership will directly influence the modernization of one of our most complex and mission-critical applications.
The position is located at our Main Street Centre location in Richmond Virginia and has a hybrid schedule consisting of 3 days in the office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and 2 days teleworking (Monday and Friday).
The anticipated hiring salary is commensurate with experience up to $130,000
As a member of the Virginia Tax team, you can expect additional benefits such as:
• Job stability and quality of life! Enjoy your work/life balance with flexible schedule options and up to two days of telework per week.
• 12 Paid State holidays on top of vacation, sick, volunteer, and personal leave!
• Comprehensive and affordable health benefits.
• Got student loans? You may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System, VA 457 Deferred Comp, and more.
At Virginia Tax…
We are dedicated, resourceful individuals who strive to exceed our customers’ expectations. Not only do we serve the public, we are the public. We are a part of a community that cares about and celebrates each other, who promote opportunities for growth within a stable environment, and support a healthy work-life balance.
What we do matters. So do you.
Minimum Qualifications
Expert working knowledge of .NET and C#
Excellent understanding of software engineering, object-oriented programming, agile and / or Scrum methodology and best practices
Experience developing applications that interface with Oracle, SQL Server including writing ad hoc queries and/or stored procedures
Ability to independently analyze program specifications, to code and test programs and resolve problems across multiple systems
Knowledge of Azure DevOps and / or GitHub
Experience in Linux/ Unix shell scripting or Windows Power Shell
Additional Considerations
Experience with the Modernized eFile (MeF) development framework for IRS and State
Ability to troubleshoot client server technologies (for example IIS, JBOSS, Apache Tomcat)
Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPlatform tools such as PowerBI, PowerApps, and PowerAutomate
Work Experience within Federal or State government agencies either as an employee or contractor
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
All Virginia Tax employees must be current with filing their tax returns ensuring they were filed in compliance with established laws, rules and regulations.
Selected candidate(s) will be required to consent to and successfully pass a background investigation which includes fingerprint-based criminal history, tax compliance, and DMV driving record (if applicable) checks. Selected candidates require a valid Driver’s License.
The selected candidate will be prohibited from performing tax or accounting services for compensation during or outside business hours.
Virginia Tax is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workforce. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, genetics, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.
Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities, if requested, during the application and/or interview process. If accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources at (804) 786-3610.
Virginia Tax participates in E-verify.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume’.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Contact Information
Name: Virginia Tax Talent Acquisition Team
Phone: 804-786-3608
Email: hroffice@tax.virginia.gov