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DISTRICT ATTORNEY-MANHATTAN

Senior Software Engineer

$110,000 – $150,000 / annualInternalIT PROJECT SPECIALISTApply by August 15, 2026

Job description

The New York County District Attorney’s Office (DANY) has an opening for a Senior Software Engineer in its Information Technology (IT) Department. DANY's IT Department provides enterprise-wide IT solutions for investigations, prosecution support, and case management. In this position, the Programmer will work on developing new databases and new applications while maintaining more than 80 in-house applications. These applications are used to track case data, produce case papers, provide prosecution support, communicate with victims, and share information with other law enforcement agencies. We are seeking a Programmer with a solid background in application design and programming. The Senior Software Engineer/Programmer will work closely with members of DANY's IT Department, Assistant District Attorneys, investigators, and support staff throughout the office.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Participate in gathering business requirements, designing screens and workflow, and advancing technical solutions for the development of applications to support requirements. • Incorporate pre-approved code modules into newly developed code routines. • Develop and maintain secure and responsive web (ASP.NET Core) and desktop (WPF) applications using .NET Core (C#). • Prototype, evaluate, and recommend designs of applications and databases. • Follow office standards and practices across development activities including documentation, coding, testing, version control, and code review. • Perform related tasks and assignments as required. • Multi-tasking, actively working and maintaining multiple applications simultaneously. • Supervising junior developers.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited college; and • Minimum Five (5) – Ten (10) years of experience in IT project coordination or solution delivery, with demonstrated experience working alongside procurement or vendor management teams.

Preferred Requirements/Skills:

• 5+ years of experience outside of higher education (I mean no school related internship, bootcamp experiences etc.) • Proven understanding or through practical use of industry practices such as Extreme Programming, Test Driven or Agile development or other methodologies. • Proven programming experience, demonstrated through work experience, or an active Github account. • Expert knowledge of databases, data structures, and algorithms.

• Ability to provide estimations and meet deliverables in a timely manner. • Ability to communicate efficiently with teammates is a must. • Self-driven and willingness to expand technical skill set. • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, prioritize among competing needs and respond quickly to requests for information. • Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines. • Resourcefulness, initiative, and good judgment are essential.

How to Apply:

• Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.

Hours/Shift:

• Monday - Friday from 9 am - 5 pm.

Additional Information:

• Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current unit/bureau/department and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position. • Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

Minimum qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position; or,

2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to

"1" above.

Residency requirement

• City Residency is not required for this position.

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