Software Programmer 3 (Contractor)

Company Description

The Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) is a federal nonprofit organization that markets electricity from 31 federal dams and one nuclear plant, serving millions of consumers and businesses across eight states in the Northwest. BPA operates the majority of the region’s high-voltage transmission grid and funds extensive fish and wildlife programs. With a commitment to energy savings and reliability, BPA offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the Northwest community’s energy needs. Employees benefit from work/life balance and can enjoy diverse lifestyle opportunities across BPA’s locations in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. BPA also provides career pathways for veterans, students, and recent graduates to build rewarding careers in the energy sector.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Software Programmer 3 located in Vancouver, WA. The Software Programmer 3 will be responsible for designing, coding, testing, and maintaining software applications. Key daily tasks include back-end web development, implementing object-oriented programming principles, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. The programmer will work to enhance existing systems and develop new functionalities to meet the organization’s ongoing needs.

Position is for a techincal lead wirh soeciality in Ruby, C# and .Net

Qualifications

- Strong background in Computer Science with a solid understanding of software development principles

- Proficiency in Back-End Web Development, with experience in building and maintaining server-side systems

- Advanced knowledge of Software Development and Programming best practices

- Expertise in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) methodologies

- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

- Experience in energy or utility industries is a plus