IT Software Developer III (.Net and AI Support)

Information Technology Software Developer III

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is seeking an Information Technology Software Developer III (.NET and AI Support) to act as a technical specialist responsible for the development, administration, and production support for enterprise business applications and mobile apps. This role requires expertise in modern software development frameworks, cloud technologies, database programming, and artificial intelligence development and integration.

Key responsibilities include application development and support, which involves designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining business applications using the Microsoft framework, microservice architecture, C#, Node.js, Microsoft Power Platform (including Power Apps, Power BI Service / Report Builder, and Power Automate), and Microsoft Azure development tools. In this role, you will also be responsible for developing and maintaining web service APIs using the .NET framework, with a focus on integrating AI services and applying prompt engineering techniques to support AI-driven solutions.

This position requires the development and implementation of AI-enhanced features using prompt engineering and AI agents such as Azure OpenAI and Copilot. A key aspect of the role is integrating AI capabilities into existing business applications to improve automation and operational efficiency. Additionally, you will administer Microsoft Power Platform tools, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI, ensuring effective governance, performance optimization, and user support.

Database and reporting responsibilities include designing and publishing reports using Microsoft Power BI, Oracle databases, and Microsoft Azure SQL Server. You will also develop and maintain Oracle and Microsoft SQL database components such as views, stored procedures, PL / SQL packages, functions, and complex SQL queries to support business intelligence and application functionality.

Schedule : 44 / 36, Monday through Friday / Every other Friday off. Monday through Thursday 9 hours per day, 8 hours per day every other Friday. Initial hours are 8 : 00 am to 5 : 45 pm with flexibility in start times no earlier than 6 am and end times no later than 6 pm.

Hybrid : Metropolitan's current practice in this position is a hybrid work schedule. This typically includes two days a week in person and the other days remote. This is subject to change dependent on organizational needs. In addition, a telework policy is scheduled for negotiations and once completed and implemented, will provide final direction on the hybrid schedule.

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Minimum Qualifications :

Education and Experience : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and four years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and two years of relevant experience.

Degree in a related field is defined as : Computer Science or Computer Engineering.

Relevant Experience is defined as : experience in / with Software Development (with proficiency in Microsoft , C#, and Node.js); Cloud & Low-Code Platforms (development and administration of Microsoft Azure and the Power Platform); Web Services (designing, developing, and maintaining web service APIs using .NET technologies); Database Programming (using Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server); and AI Service Integration (developing AI-driven solutions using Microsoft Azure OpenAI, Microsoft Copilot, and prompt engineering)

Benefits :

Competitive compensation

Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.

Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.

Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System

Tuition reimbursement

Training and advancement opportunities

Excellent working environment

On-site fitness center

Hub of public transportation : rail, subway, buses, and taxis

Public transportation reimbursement

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738.

Metropolitan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.