Senior Software Developer

Initial Posting Date:

07/02/2026

Application Deadline:

07/16/2026

Agency:

Department of Transportation

Salary Range:

$6,846 - $10,344

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Senior Software Developer

Job Description:

Information Systems Specialist 7 – Senior Software Developer
Oregon Department of Transportation
Support Services Division – Information Systems Branch 
Enterprise Application Services
Salem/Hybrid

The role: 

Join our team as a senior software developer! Help shape the future of transportation technology with the Office of Innovative Funding (OIF) Program. You’ll design, code, test, and implement software solutions while maintaining and troubleshooting systems that support Road Usage Charging, Tolling, and Connected Vehicle Ecosystems. If you’re ready to tackle complex challenges and keep critical systems running smoothly, apply today!

We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.

A day in the life:

• Build, test and implement software following the software development life cycle, deployment protocols and best practices, including compiling builds, creating checklists, and executing installations to minimize downtime and rollback risk.

• Monitor systems post-deployment to ensure changes do not impact business operations.

• Support complex systems with multiple interfaces to other agency systems and hardware.

• Plan and execute routine maintenance tasks, such as installing new technology frameworks, removing end-of-life frameworks, and configuring minor software versions.

• Analyze and modify software code for enhancements and bug fixes, partner with external agencies and vendors as needed while ensuring compliance with security standards.

• Research and document alternative solutions to meet complex requirements, including pros/cons and cost/time estimates.

• Perform data analysis by creating and executing queries, consolidating data, and presenting findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

• Install software and perform health checks on new server hardware.

• Monitor and analyze system performance to ensure it meets expectations.

• Act as technical lead, facilitating communication among analysts, database administrators, developers, project managers, business staff, outside agencies, and vendors regarding critical interfaces and system issues.

• Document system configurations and troubleshooting guides.

• Work in a hybrid environment with occasional on-site meetings in Salem, Oregon.

• To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email ODOTRecruitment@odot.oregon.gov.