Application Developer - job 2 of 3

As an Application Developer at the Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County, your primary responsibilities will include planning, designing, and developing custom applications to support various business processes. You will also be involved in hands-on development of web applications, provide technical leadership, gather and document system requirements, and assist with full stack development in the Microsoft Azure environment. Troubleshooting existing systems will also be a key part of your role.

To qualify for the Application Developer position at BXDA, candidates must possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college along with two years of full-time experience in computer applications development. Alternatively, candidates with a four-year high school diploma and six years of relevant IT experience, including two years in applications development, may also qualify. A minimum of five years of experience in .NET software development is mandatory.

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County, is committed to fostering an environment of professional growth and development. As an Application Developer, you will have the opportunity to participate in training programs and workshops, learn new technologies, and improve your skills in areas like Azure services and full stack development. This commitment to development helps you not only enhance your expertise but also to contribute more effectively to the BXDA's mission.

As an Application Developer in the BXDA, you will work extensively with Microsoft Azure technologies, including Azure App Service, Active Directory, Azure DevOps, and integration with databases like Oracle and SQL Server. Your role will involve using cutting-edge tools to create impactful applications that support the District Attorney’s objectives and improve community services.

The work environment at the BXDA is inclusive and collaborative, designed to support a diverse team of professionals. As an Application Developer, you can expect to work with other skilled IT professionals who share a commitment to justice and community service. The atmosphere encourages innovation, teamwork, and a shared goal of achieving excellence in public service.

In responding to this question, highlight specific projects where you've used .NET, mentioning the technologies, frameworks, and any challenges you faced. Be sure to reference how your contributions positively impacted the project outcomes, emphasizing your ability to work in a team, your problem-solving skills, and how these experiences align with BXDA's mission.

Discuss your experience with Agile methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban, detailing how you've applied them in your development practices. Be prepared to provide examples of sprints you’ve managed and how you handled iterative development, feedback, and improvements - all crucial for the role at BXDA.

Choose a specific example where you encountered a significant obstacle, detailing the problem, your troubleshooting steps, and the solution you implemented. Highlight your technical skills, your analytical thinking, and how your resolution benefited the project or product, showcasing your fit for the BXDA.

Explain your approach to quality assurance, including practices like testing, code reviews, and adhering to best practices. Discuss how you utilize tools and techniques in the Azure environment to enhance code quality, reinforcing your understanding of the importance of delivering reliable applications at BXDA.

Share your methods for engaging with stakeholders to gather requirements, such as conducting interviews or workshops. Emphasize the importance of clear documentation and how it aids in project success, ensuring alignment between the development team and BXDA’s goals.

Select a project that demonstrates your ability to identify inefficient processes, outline your role in developing a solution, and quantify the results. Discuss how this project relates to the position at BXDA, reinforcing your potential contributions.

Discuss your commitment to ongoing learning, such as attending workshops, participating in online courses, or following industry blogs. Mention specific technologies relevant to the role at BXDA, highlighting your proactive approach to professional development.

Provide details about your experience with database integration, emphasizing specific databases like Oracle and SQL Server relevant to BXDA. Discuss the challenges faced during integration and how you overcame them, demonstrating your technical capabilities.

Share your strategies for effectively monitoring and maintaining systems, including techniques for troubleshooting issues and implementing updates, ensuring systems remain robust and user-friendly, which aligns with BXDA's operational goals.

Express your passion for technology and its potential to make a difference in the community. Talk about how working in the public sector, particularly in a role at BXDA, resonates with your personal values and career aspirations, showcasing your alignment with the organization's mission.