16217 - Application Developer

Work Model Hybrid_

Seeking a Sr developer with strong experience and knowledge of GenTax system, and C# and SQL. Needs to be proficient at API services, too.

SUMMARY

The State of Utah Tax Commission is seeking a talented and experienced developer with extensive knowledge of GenTax systems to work closely with an IT development team supporting Tax Commission applications. This role designs, implements, and optimizes solutions across Motor Vehicle Title and Registration, Motor Vehicle Enforcement, Tax Processing, and Property Tax. As a senior developer, you will play a crucial role in the analysis, design, and implementation of maintenance, upgrade, and new development projects within GenTax (COTS software).

RESPONSIBLITIES

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications within the GenTax system using C# and SQL, including writing advanced SQL queries and implementing API services to support business requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues related to application performance, functionality, and integration points
• Identify problems or potential problem areas and recommend solutions
• Stay updated with the latest technologies and industry trends to propose innovative solutions and improvements
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Minimum 5 years of experience designing and developing solutions within the GenTax system, with demonstrated proficiency in SQL and C# using Visual Studio
• Proficiency consuming, updating, and creating API services (SOAP and RESTful)
• Strong experience in functional requirements gathering and translating them into technical requirements through system analysis and workflow/process design

Preferred:

• Solid understanding of Tax Commission business processes in relation to the GenTax system
• Experience implementing data conversion processes during software version upgrades
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to mentor team members of all skill levels
• Work experience as an IT Architect is a plus

This is a contract opportunity with a great organization. As a contractor for Smith Johnson, you are eligible for medical, dental, life, disability. Smith Johnson pays for 70% of your medical and dental and 100% of life and disability. The contract is also eligible for PTO/holiday accrued monthly. You are also eligible for a 3% retirement matching plan. Smith Johnson believes in taking care of our contractors.