Application Developer - Grant Management System Remediation & Workday Integration Position Summary The Application Developer is responsible for the remediation, enhancement, maintenance, and integration of the organization's Grant Management System (GMS) with Workday and related enterprise applications. This role will design, develop, test, and support Windows desktop applications, web services, data integrations, reports, and database components that support grant lifecycle management, financial compliance, budgeting, cost allocation, and reporting functions. The Developer will work closely with business stakeholders, project managers, database administrators, and Workday integration teams to modernize and maintain a mission-critical application environment. The position requires strong expertise in Microsoft technologies, including C#, .NET Framework, WPF, SQL Server, SSRS, SSIS, and enterprise integration services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Application Development
- Remediate, enhance, and maintain the organization's Grant Management System to support evolving business and compliance requirements.
- Design, develop, and support Windows desktop applications using C# and .NET Framework 4.6.2.
- Develop and maintain user interfaces utilizing Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF), Ribbon controls, and WinForms components.
- Implement and support Model-View-ViewModel (MVVM) architecture using SimpleMvvmToolkit.
- Develop reusable application components, business logic, and service layers.
- System Integration
- Design and maintain integrations between the Grant Management System and Workday.
- Develop and support WCF (SOAP) services utilizing FSADataService and related enterprise service components.
- Design and consume APIs, web services, and data exchange processes.
- Utilize Newtonsoft.Json for data serialization and JSON processing.
- Database Development
- Develop, optimize, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases.
- Create and support T-SQL stored procedures, functions, views, triggers, and queries.
- Manage and maintain SSDT database projects.
- Design and troubleshoot database performance issues and data integrity concerns.
- Develop and maintain ADO.NET data access layers using typed DataSets.
- Reporting & Analytics
- Design, develop, and maintain SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) reports.
- Support embedded reporting solutions utilizing Microsoft ReportViewer controls.
- Develop data extracts, dashboards, and operational reports supporting grant management activities.
- Data Integration & ETL
- Design, develop, and maintain SSIS packages for ETL processes and data feeds.
- Support data migration, validation, transformation, and reconciliation activities.
- Monitor and troubleshoot automated integration processes.
- Testing & Quality Assurance
- Create and execute MSTest unit tests.
- Participate in code reviews and application testing activities.
- Develop documentation, deployment procedures, and technical specifications.
- Ensure adherence to software development lifecycle (SDLC) standards and best practices.
- DevOps & Source Control
- Utilize Visual Studio, MSBuild, and NuGet package management tools.
- Manage source code through Azure DevOps, TFS, or equivalent version control platforms.
- Participate in release management, deployment automation, and application support activities.
- Production Support
- Analyze and resolve application defects, incidents, and performance issues.
- Provide technical support for business users and operational teams.
- Participate in after-hours support activities as required for critical system releases or production incidents.
Minimum Qualifications Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Equivalent combination of education and directly related experience may be considered.
Experience
- Five (5) years of professional software development experience.
- Three (3) years of experience developing applications using C# and .NET Framework.
- Three (3) years of Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL development experience.
- Experience building and supporting Windows desktop applications using WPF and/or WinForms.
- Experience with enterprise system integrations and web services.
- Experience developing and supporting SSRS reports and SSIS packages.
Required Technical Skills
- C# on .NET Framework 4.6.2
- WPF and WinForms development
- MVVM architecture using SimpleMvvmToolkit
- WCF (SOAP) services
- ADO.NET and Typed DataSets
- Microsoft SQL Server
- T-SQL Stored Procedures
- SSDT Database Projects
- SSRS and ReportViewer
- SSIS ETL Development
- Newtonsoft.Json
- Visual Studio
- MSBuild
- NuGet
- TFS or Azure DevOps
- MSTest Unit Testing
- Microsoft Office Excel Interop
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience integrating enterprise applications with Workday.
- Experience supporting grant management, financial management, ERP, or compliance systems.
- Experience with financial reporting and governmental grant administration.
- Experience working in public sector, higher education, healthcare, or nonprofit environments.
- Knowledge of federal grant management requirements, cost allocation methodologies, and compliance reporting.
- Experience with software modernization and legacy application remediation projects.
- Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
- Familiarity with Azure cloud services and hybrid integration architectures.
- Experience supporting complex reporting and business intelligence solutions.
Core Competencies Technical Competencies
- Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
- Enterprise Application Development
- Database Design and Administration
- ETL and Data Integration
- Systems Analysis and Troubleshooting
- Reporting and Business Intelligence
- Software Testing and Quality Assurance
- Secure Software Development Practices
Professional Competencies
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service Orientation
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Planning and Organization
- Adaptability and Continuous Learning
- Accountability and Results Orientation
Recommended Certifications Microsoft Certifications
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate
Project & Quality Certifications
- Certified Scrum Developer (CSD)
- Professional Scrum Developer (PSD)
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
Database & Reporting Certifications
- Microsoft SQL Server Certification (legacy or equivalent experience)
- Microsoft Business Intelligence or Data Analytics Certifications
Workday Certifications (Preferred)
- Workday Integration Certification
- Workday Studio Certification
- Workday Reporting Certification
Position Success Factors The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to modernize and support a complex Grant Management System while ensuring reliable integration with Workday, maintaining data integrity, delivering high-quality reporting capabilities, and supporting mission-critical grant administration processes through secure, maintainable, and scalable software solutions.
AG Consulting Partners, Inc. is a Redmond-based boutique consulting firm. Our mission is to embrace the entrepreneurial spirit to relentlessly deliver an exceptional experience and results for our people and our clients. We put our people first. Our excellent benefits to full-time employees include medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401K matching, education reimbursement, community and philanthropic events and flexible career paths. We’re humbled to be consistently acknowledged by local and national organizations for our success, including Consulting Magazine, Puget Sound Business Journal, and Inc. 5000. The compensation for this position is tailored to reflect your unique skill set, relevant experience, and the current dynamics of the job market. We strive to ensure that our compensation package is competitive and fair, taking into account various factors to provide a rewarding opportunity for our team members. The annual salary range for this role is: 95000-135000 USD annually.
