Senior Software Developer

Initial Posting Date:

07/02/2026

Application Deadline:

07/16/2026

Agency:

Department of Transportation

Salary Range:

$6,846 - $10,344

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Senior Software Developer

Job Description:

Information Systems Specialist 7 – Senior Software Developer
Oregon Department of Transportation
Support Services Division – Information Systems Branch 
Enterprise Application Services
Salem/Hybrid

The role: 

Join our team as a senior software developer! Help shape the future of transportation technology with the Office of Innovative Funding (OIF) Program. You’ll design, code, test, and implement software solutions while maintaining and troubleshooting systems that support Road Usage Charging, Tolling, and Connected Vehicle Ecosystems. If you’re ready to tackle complex challenges and keep critical systems running smoothly, apply today!

We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.

A day in the life:

• Build, test and implement software following the software development life cycle, deployment protocols and best practices, including compiling builds, creating checklists, and executing installations to minimize downtime and rollback risk.

• Monitor systems post-deployment to ensure changes do not impact business operations.

• Support complex systems with multiple interfaces to other agency systems and hardware.

• Plan and execute routine maintenance tasks, such as installing new technology frameworks, removing end-of-life frameworks, and configuring minor software versions.

• Analyze and modify software code for enhancements and bug fixes, partner with external agencies and vendors as needed while ensuring compliance with security standards.

• Research and document alternative solutions to meet complex requirements, including pros/cons and cost/time estimates.

• Perform data analysis by creating and executing queries, consolidating data, and presenting findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

• Install software and perform health checks on new server hardware.

• Monitor and analyze system performance to ensure it meets expectations.

• Act as technical lead, facilitating communication among analysts, database administrators, developers, project managers, business staff, outside agencies, and vendors regarding critical interfaces and system issues.

• Document system configurations and troubleshooting guides.

• Work in a hybrid environment with occasional on-site meetings in Salem, Oregon.

• To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email ODOTRecruitment@odot.oregon.gov.

What’s in it for you:

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer.

• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying. 

• The salary range listed is the non-PERS monthly salary range. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6.95%.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!

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Minimum qualifications:

• Six (6) years of information systems experience in: software development as a programmer or analyst.

OR 

• An associate's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field AND four (4) years of information systems experience in: software development as a programmer or analyst.

OR 

• A bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field AND two (2) years of information systems experience in: software development as a programmer or analyst.

OR 

• Master's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field may substitute for all of the above. 

What we’d like to see:

If you have these attributes, let us know in your application materials! It's how we will choose whom to move forward! You do not need to have all these qualities to be eligible for this position. We may also use transferable skills, experience and education to help us decide who will move forward.

• Strong proficiency in C# programming and the .NET framework.

• Experience in web services development (REST, SOAP, Web API) with solid understanding of object-oriented design (OOD) principles and implementation patterns and front-end technologies (e.g., JavaScript, HTML, CSS).

• Experience evaluating system behavior, assessing impacts on systems and interfaces, and designing/developing integrations in a complex, multi-system environment.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills to understand customer needs and reach agreement on software/technology solutions.

• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving software issues.

How to apply:

• Complete the following required steps:

  • Fill out the application or attach a resume. Please contact the recruiter under the ‘Need help?’ section if you have any questions about how to fill out the experience fields or to attach a document. Your submitted experience fields or attached resume must include dates (MM/YYYY) for each employer.

  • Attach a cover letter. Your cover letter should clearly demonstrate how your experience and training relates to the qualities that you have under the “what we’d like to see” section above.

    • Your cover letter must be limited to no more than two (2) pages.

    • Please address your cover letter to Chuck Larsen, Assistant Director of Innovative Systems.

    • Generic cover letters that do not address the qualities that you have under the “what we’d like to see” section may receive lower scores than those that addressed the desired qualities.

    • You must upload your cover letter in the ‘Resume/Cover Letter’ section of the application.

  • Complete questionnaire. Answer the checkbox-style questions before submitting your application.

• After you submit your application, please respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire. This screen will come after you submit and will complete the process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, the tasks will come to your Workday inbox.

• If you are a veteran or Oregon National Guard servicemember, you may receive preference. The task to upload your documents will be available after you submit your application. For privacy reasons, please do not attach your military service document(s) to your application or combine it with any other required document attachments.

Need help?

• For questions, call 503-910-6372 or email ODOTRecruitmentCC@odot.oregon.gov.

Additional information:

• We do not offer visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. We are not an E-Verify participating employer, and we are unable to proceed if E-Verify participation is required [e.g., STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Extension].

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.

• We may use this recruitment to fill multiple or future vacancies.

• We will conduct name-based and fingerprint-based criminal background checks on final candidates under consideration for this position. All applicants may be subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as driver license, LEDS (Law Enforcement Data System), and/or education verification as required for the position.

• You will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding EEO/AA/ADA, contact 1-877-336-6368 (1-877-EEO-ODOT). This information can be made available in an alternative format by contacting ODOT Recruitment at 503-986-3700. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1.

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