Programmer Analyst 2 (Short Term)

• Job Title: DJJ - Programmer Analyst 2 (Short Term)
• Work Type: On-site
• Location: Hanover, VA
• Start Date: 05/11/2026
• End Date: 10/30/2026
• Industry Category: Information Technology
• Employment Type: Contract (1099), $36 – $56 per hour
• Requisition ID: 799087

Overview
The Virginia Information Technology Agency is seeking a skilled Programmer Analyst 2 to support a high-impact modernization initiative. This role focuses on transforming a legacy desktop application into a modern, cloud-hosted web-based platform. The position requires strong technical expertise, collaboration with senior developers, and ownership of key application modules.

Application

Applications must be submitted no later than 04/30/2026. Candidates must be available to interview in person and work on-site as required.

Job Description

This role supports the modernization of the BADGE application, transitioning it from a desktop-based system to a cloud-hosted (OCI) web application. The selected candidate will analyze and understand existing legacy code, contribute to redevelopment efforts, and collaborate closely with lead developers. The position requires taking ownership of assigned modules and providing technical guidance to other team members while ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions.

Responsibilities

Technical Duties

• Analyze and interpret legacy desktop application code to support migration to a web-based platform
• Design, develop, and maintain web applications using ASP.NET, MVC, and .NET technologies
• Develop and integrate web services and APIs to support application functionality
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries and work with relational databases, including Oracle and PL/SQL
• Implement front-end components using JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, and CSS
• Utilize Visual Studio for development and debugging activities
Administrative Duties
• Maintain accurate documentation of code, processes, and system changes
• Ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
Collaboration
• Work closely with lead developers and cross-functional teams to deliver project objectives
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to other contractors
Operational Support
• Use TFS and GIT for source control and version management
• Support application testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution

Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications

• 6 years of experience developing ASP.NET, MVC, Web Services, and web applications in .NET
• 6 years of experience with .NET Framework, C#, and Visual Basic
• 6 years of experience with Oracle, SQL, and PL/SQL, including complex query development
• 6 years of experience with Bootstrap, jQuery, and JavaScript
• 6 years of experience with HTML, XML, and CSS
• 6 years of experience with jQuery Unobtrusive Validation
• 6 years of experience using TFS and GIT source control
• 3 years of experience working with WinForms or WPF Forms
• Must be able to work on-site and attend in-person interviews as required
• Must physically reside within the United States for the duration of the assignment (no offshore candidates permitted)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of experience with Angular or React

Benefits:
Compensation
This is a 1099 Contract role. Compensation is structured as an hourly rate ranging from $36 – $56 per hour.

Schedule

• Start Date: 05/11/2026
• End Date: 10/30/2026
• Assignment Duration: Approximately 5.5 months
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Candidates must be available for in-person interviews and consistent on-site work

Work Location

• 7093 Broad Neck Road, Hanover, VA, United States
• 100% on-site role; remote work is not permitted
• Local candidates are strongly preferred

Important Job Details

• Submission Deadline: 04/30/2026
• Start Date: 05/11/2026
• End Date: 10/30/2026
• Duration: Approximately 5.5 months
• Number of Openings: 1
• Interview Type: In Person Only
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Work Authorization Requirement: Must reside in the U.S.; no offshore candidates allowed
• Location Requirement: On-site in Hanover, VA; local candidates strongly preferred
• Maximum Submittals per Vendor: 2
• Candidate Acknowledgment: Must agree to interview and work on-site as required
• Special Requirement: Must comply with Commonwealth of Virginia security policies regarding residency and work location