Database Administrator / Application Developer
Location: Government Site, Norfolk, VA.
Security Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance (or higher) required

Help Keep the U.S. Navy Connected.

Join Nationwide IT Services (NIS) and support a mission-critical enterprise application within a secure U.S. Navy environment. If you're passionate about developing robust .NET applications, optimizing SQL Server environments, and delivering reliable, high-quality software solutions, we'd like to hear from you.

Position Overview
Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking an experienced Database Administrator/Application Developer to support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of enterprise web applications and Microsoft SQL Server database environments for a mission-critical U.S. Navy program.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on developer with extensive experience in C#, .NET Framework, Microsoft SQL Server, and Azure DevOps who enjoys solving complex technical challenges while supporting systems that have a direct operational impact.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and enhance web applications and enterprise tools using C# and the .NET Framework.
Maintain and enhance the mission-critical dashboard that provides real-timeconnection status and operational visibility,ensuring high availability, reliability, and performance.
Design, develop, modify, test, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases and application code.
Develop software enhancements and implement application upgrades.
Troubleshoot and resolve production application and database issues.
Optimize SQL Server performance through query tuning, indexing, stored procedures, and database optimization techniques.
Support data extraction, integration, analysis, and reporting requirements.
Maintain software configuration management, change documentation, validation records, and version control.
Support enterprise account management tools, hosted websites, and related enterprise applications.
Utilize Azure DevOps, Git, or Team Foundation Version Control (TFVC) for source code management and CI/CD build and release pipelines.
Collaborate with government stakeholders, project teams, and technical staff to deliver secure, reliable, and scalable software solutions.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Ten (10) or more years of experience developing and maintaining web applications using C# and the .NET Framework.
Ten (10) or more years of experience developing and supporting Microsoft SQL Server databases and database-driven applications.
Experience developing software upgrades, enhancements, and application improvements.
Experience modifying, testing, and deploying application and database code.
Strong troubleshooting skills supporting production applications and database environments.
Experience optimizing SQL Server performance, including query tuning and database performance analysis.
Experience supporting data extraction, integration, reporting, and analytical requirements.
Experience maintaining software configuration control, change management documentation, and validation records.
Proficiency with Azure DevOps.
Experience using Git and/or Team Foundation Version Control (TFVC).
Experience creating or supporting automated build and release pipelines.
Experience supporting enterprise account management tools, hosted websites, and related enterprise applications.
Active Secret Security Clearance (or higher).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting U.S. Navy, DoD, or other Federal Government customers.
Experience working in Agile software development environments.
Experience with DevOps methodologies and CI/CD best practices.
Familiarity with enterprise web hosting, IIS, and Microsoft server technologies.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

If you're looking for an opportunity where your technical expertise directly supports the operational readiness of the U.S. Navy, we encourage you to apply.

Salary range $90,000 to $120,000 annually
The salary range is a general guideline. We consider several factors when determining base salary offers, including the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's experience, education, and skills, and current market conditions.

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