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Seattle Public Utilities is seeking an innovative IT Developer to support SPU’s SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) Data Warehouse and Information Management Systems. In this role, you will provide critical analysis, development expertise, and system support for essential infrastructure monitoring technologies. This key position directly impacts Seattle’s vital water and waste management services by ensuring reliable data systems and integration between operational technology and business intelligence platforms.
As a primary technical liaison between IT and operational business units including Drainage and Wastewater, Water, Solid Waste, Operations, Control Center, and the watersheds, you’ll develop and maintain critical applications that support the city’s core utility services. Your expertise will help ensure continuous operation of systems that Seattle residents depend on daily.
About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:

• SPU Website
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities. We know work isn’t only about what you do, it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Hybrid work schedule opportunities
• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free public transportation options
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Software Development, Information Technology or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience: Three (3) years combined experience as an analyst-developer on various technologies in a large project environment, including client/server applications, relational databases, web-based applications and data warehouse applications.
Special Conditions: Ability to navigate uneven terrain and transfer station floors during occasional site visits to operational facilities for system integrations and troubleshooting.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advance proficiency with complex SQL queries, .NET application development, and cross-database integration (SQL Server, Oracle)
• Strong object-oriented programming skills in C#, Java, or C++ with demonstrated application development experience
• Experience implementing Historian or Data Warehouse solutions and applying SDLC methodologies
• Practical understanding of industrial control systems, particularly SCADA or DCS environments
• Prior experience working with government agencies or utility organizations, including familiarity with regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication skills across all technical levels with ability to translate complex concepts effectively
• Proven track record of delivering quality projects on schedule while working both independently and collaboratively

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• SCADA System Management: Maintain and enhance the SCADA IMS Portal; configure and manage Aveva/Wonderware tags in System Platform and IMS databases; provide end user support and performance monitoring of SCADA IMS applications. You’ll be working with real-time control systems that help deliver clean water to 1.5 million people.
• Software Development & Maintenance: Maintain and enhance .NET developed system applications for all lines of business (including critical water monitoring systems); design, develop and maintain .NET Services for internal/external data collection, management, and sharing.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Develop and manage reports using various tools (PowerBI, Aveva Insight, Tableau); create and maintain technical and user documentation; coordinate the documentation collaboration site for scheduled outages and maintenance.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Develop and execute software test plans (unit and integration testing); coordinate user acceptance testing; comply with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) standards and Seattle SPU’s configuration management and version control standards.
• User Support & Training: Develop end user training materials and conduct training sessions when necessary; communicate effectively and build strong relationships with team members and customers across various technical skill levels.
• Business Analysis: Translate requirements into clear, concise documentation for scalable designs; guide internal customers through problem definition and business process review to identify and document data, functional, and technical software requirements.

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities. We know work isn’t only about what you do, it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Hybrid work schedule opportunities
• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free public transportation options
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunitie