Position Summary This position provides the most advanced level of technical expertise to support all phases of the systems development life cycle, which includes development, implementation, testing and maintenance of web systems for the Unemployment Division. This position functions as a system expert for: analysis, investigation of parameters, research, evaluation, project planning, development, implementation, and ongoing support of web applications. The .NET Architect is responsible for coordinating the technical activities of the conceptual and detail design, implementation and support of major systems as part of the Department's critical re-engineering strategy. This position has access to Federal Tax Information. To learn more, please review the position description. Salary Information Starting pay is between $106,080 and $114,400 per year, depending on qualifications, plus an exemplary benefits package: * Generous paid time off, including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap. * Excellent and affordable health insurance options (starting at $42/month for single and $104/month for family coverage). * Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more). * A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. * A Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses. * A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services. Public service is rewarding! This position may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see an estimate of the total value of our competitive benefits package! The classification title for this position is IS Systems Development Services Consultant/Administrator (schedule 07, range 32). A 12-month probationary period will be required. This position is considered exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Pay will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan in effect at the time of appointment. Starting pay may vary for current state employees. Job Details Remote work: Employees with approved remote and hybrid-remote work arrangements are generally expected to work within the state of Wisconsin. High-speed internet access is required to meet the needs of remote work. Remote work options are subject to change. Criminal histories: We also consider all qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Finalists for this position may be required to allow DWD to conduct a background check or other checks to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. For positions with access to sensitive federal tax information, FBI fingerprinting may also be required. Eligibility to work in United States: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e. a US citizen or national or a lawful permanent resident) at the time of appointment. DWD does not sponsor visas and is not an eligible OPT employer for those with F1 visas. This is not a contract position. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant completing the I-9 upon hire. Qualifications Qualifications marked with an asterisk (*) below will be evaluated in the first step of the selection process. Additional qualifications may be evaluated in subsequent steps. You need to have the following experience: * *Providing technical guidance (including application architecture) to application development project team members. * *Utilizing a variety of oral and written communication methods to ensure project success (e.g. status reports, written project summaries, leading team meetings, presentations, etc.). * *Leadership of staff (e.g. providing guidance, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, etc.). * *Designing, developing, testing and installing applications in a Microsoft environment using .NET, C#, HTML, IIS, advanced design patterns such as MVC and responsive design. * Using communication and customer service skills to achieve business objectives. Any of the following experience would be nice to have: * *Applying agile software development practices. * *Coordinating and supporting multiple concurrent project or technical teams. * *Maintaining the most advanced technical expertise in hardware/software development facilities such as .NET, Oracle, HTML, JavaScript (including jQuery), C#, and advanced design patterns. * *Troubleshooting the most complex software integration problems, gathering documentation, performance tuning, and working with software vendors and/or technical staff as appropriate for problem resolution. How To Apply Note: If you are viewing this posting on an external site, please visit Wisc.Jobs (search 17765) to complete your application. To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. That will prompt you to access your existing account or create a new account. You will be asked to attach a resume and a letter of qualifications as part of the application process. It is important that these materials clearly illustrate how your qualifications relate to the qualifications of this job. Please review this additional guidance on developing your resume and letter of qualifications (including a template) as you prepare to apply. Please see the Frequently Asked Questions for general Wisc.Jobs user information and technical assistance. * Technical issues: if you encounter issues submitting your on-line application (e.g. signing in or uploading a resume), please email the Wisc.Jobs Help Desk at [email protected] or call (608) 267-1012 (Monday - Friday, 7:45am - 4:30pm). * Position questions: if you have questions about the position or this recruitment (e.g. projected start date, skills needed, etc.), please email Lisa at [email protected] or call (608) 266-9310. Please note that once you submit your application, you will not be able to update your materials. What happens next? A panel will review your application materials to determine your eligibility for further consideration in the selection process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process, which is typically a virtual interview. DWD values a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Deadline to Apply Application materials must be submitted by 11:59 PM (central standard time) on Monday, May 19, 2025.