IT Specialist (Software Development)

This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in System Development and Support (JDD), Grid Ops Application Services (JD), Information Technology (J). A successful candidate in the IT Specialist (Software Development) position will serve as an IT specialist performing duties primarily focused on .NET and Java application development, user interface framework integration, and modern web application development.

As an IT Specialist (Software Development), you will: Lead end-to-end software development using modern enterprise frameworks (including .NET and Java). You will design scalable web applications, implement modular architectures, and build modern client-side user interfaces that power high-consequence grid operations. Engineer robust RESTful APIs and real-time data services that seamlessly connect mission-critical control center systems, legacy electrical engineering databases, and high-volume utility operational feeds. Collaborate directly with transmission operators and engineers to transform complex electrical flow, telemetry, and system telemetry data into intuitive, lightning-fast visual interfaces and responsive web consoles. Drive project success from concept to production. You will translate operational user requirements into technical blueprints, mentor multidisciplinary developer teams, conduct code reviews, and establish modern agile development workflows. Benchmark cutting-edge software practices, build prototypes to test new methodologies, and establish rigorous automated testing and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to elevate software reliability. Embed security-by-design into every layer of the software stack. You will ensure critical control center applications comply with federal cybersecurity and bulk electric system reliability benchmarks (including NERC CIP and FISMA).

In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answer to these questions is not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. Key Requirements: You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. You will be required to report in person to the official duty location. Conditions of Employment: Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Position may be required to participate in scheduled or ad hoc on call duties, including after hours, weekends, and holidays at management's discretion to support mission needs. This position has been designated as requiring a PUBLIC TRUST background. A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work. Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check.