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Application Programmer jobs are open from entry-level to senior across finance, healthcare, government, and enterprise software, with common specializations in business applications, database-driven systems, and ERP customization. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Requisition No: 885738
Agency: Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle
Working Title: APPLICATION SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER III - 76004479
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 76004479
Salary: $63,459.84 Annually
Posting Closing Date: 04/16/2027
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INFORMATION SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
BUREAU OF SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
SERVICE DEVELOPMENT MV
*Career Service (CS) Opportunity*
*Open Competitive Advertisement*
If you have already applied for this position, we have your details on file and are actively reviewing them. There is no need to re-submit your application, we appreciate your continued interest!
To be considered for this position, applicant responses to qualifying questions must be clearly stated within the employment history. Software systems, actual work experience, and years of employment must be clearly defined, or the application may not be considered for the position.
Contact Person: Coretha Gaymon, (850)617-2225, corethagaymon@flhsmv.gov
- Paid Parental Leave
- Annual and Sick Leave Package
- Nine Paid Holidays
- State Health and Life Insurance
- Educational Benefits
- Contributory Retirement Plan
This position acts as a senior developer for a fast-paced application development team focused on .NET development. You will be performing new development and maintaining our current systems working with some of the latest development technologies: Visual Studio 2019, TFS, DevOps, ASP.Net MVC, Single Page Applications, Couchbase, NServiceBus, JavaScript, Typescript and Web Services.
- Knowledge of Object-Oriented programming principles and best practices.
- Knowledge of relational database design, data processing and data communications.
- Knowledge of agile application development techniques
- Knowledge of data privacy and protection initiatives
- Ability to write, read, and interpret technical specifications, test cases, and software requirements.
- Ability to design, develop and test web-based applications using industry standard techniques and guidelines
- Skill in deployment of web-based applications.
- Skill in developing and executing unit and system tests.
- Skill in developing program specifications.
- Skill in programming in Oracle and/or SQL Server databases.
- Skill in using source code configuration management tools such as Team Foundation Server / DevOps
- Ability in operating as a technical lead for application development teams.
- Professional work experience developing .NET web applications
- Developing using relational databases (Oracle and/or SQL Server)
- Professional Experience with programming using C#
- Using advanced development techniques/patterns (Example: MVP, MVC and/or SPA)
- Professional work experience developing applications using bootstrap, Knockout, WebApi, Angular, Typescript and/or JavaScript
- Preference will also be given to applicants who have a bachelor’s degree or higher in a computer related field.
Job Related Requirements
- The position you are applying is subject to a Level 2 background check, along with Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) clearance, to include a fingerprint-based check of the criminal records of the FBI, as a condition of employment pursuant to Chapter 110.1127, 435 and 943, Florida Statutes. Please note that, since this position requires CJIS clearance, the Department will have access to all an applicant’s criminal and juvenile delinquency records, even those that have been sealed or expunged.
- This position is eligible for overtime.
- This position may periodically be required to work outside regular business hours.
General Information
- The state of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. All selected applicants are required to provide identification and either proof of U.S. citizenship or proof of authorization to work in the U.S. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) does not participate in employment sponsorship for work visa status (e.g., H-1B) or for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT, STEM OPT).
- Applicants being considered for employment will be required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation, which will include a check of the criminal history records of the FBI. Fingerprints and associated information/biometrics will be retained in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification (NGI) system and fingerprints may continue to be compared against fingerprints submitted to or retained by NGI.
- In accordance with Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, male applicants who were required to register with the Selective Service System must provide proof of registration or documentation verifying exemption status during the hiring process.
- The elements of the selection process may include a skill assessment and/or oral interview.
- FLHSMV employees are paid once a month on the last workday of each month. All state employees are required to participate in the direct deposit program pursuant to s. 110.113 Florida Statutes.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee
Requisition No: 885738
Agency: Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle
Working Title: APPLICATION SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER III - 76004479
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 76004479
Salary: $63,459.84 Annually
Posting Closing Date: 04/16/2027
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
INFORMATION SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
BUREAU OF SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
SERVICE DEVELOPMENT MV
*Career Service (CS) Opportunity*
*Open Competitive Advertisement*
If you have already applied for this position, we have your details on file and are actively reviewing them. There is no need to re-submit your application, we appreciate your continued interest!
To be considered for this position, applicant responses to qualifying questions must be clearly stated within the employment history. Software systems, actual work experience, and years of employment must be clearly defined, or the application may not be considered for the position.
Contact Person: Coretha Gaymon, (850)617-2225, corethagaymon@flhsmv.gov
- Paid Parental Leave
- Annual and Sick Leave Package
- Nine Paid Holidays
- State Health and Life Insurance
- Educational Benefits
- Contributory Retirement Plan
This position acts as a senior developer for a fast-paced application development team focused on .NET development. You will be performing new development and maintaining our current systems working with some of the latest development technologies: Visual Studio 2019, TFS, DevOps, ASP.Net MVC, Single Page Applications, Couchbase, NServiceBus, JavaScript, Typescript and Web Services.
- Knowledge of Object-Oriented programming principles and best practices.
- Knowledge of relational database design, data processing and data communications.
- Knowledge of agile application development techniques
- Knowledge of data privacy and protection initiatives
- Ability to write, read, and interpret technical specifications, test cases, and software requirements.
- Ability to design, develop and test web-based applications using industry standard techniques and guidelines
- Skill in deployment of web-based applications.
- Skill in developing and executing unit and system tests.
- Skill in developing program specifications.
- Skill in programming in Oracle and/or SQL Server databases.
- Skill in using source code configuration management tools such as Team Foundation Server / DevOps
- Ability in operating as a technical lead for application development teams.
- Professional work experience developing .NET web applications
- Developing using relational databases (Oracle and/or SQL Server)
- Professional Experience with programming using C#
- Using advanced development techniques/patterns (Example: MVP, MVC and/or SPA)
- Professional work experience developing applications using bootstrap, Knockout, WebApi, Angular, Typescript and/or JavaScript
- Preference will also be given to applicants who have a bachelor’s degree or higher in a computer related field.
Job Related Requirements
- The position you are applying is subject to a Level 2 background check, along with Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) clearance, to include a fingerprint-based check of the criminal records of the FBI, as a condition of employment pursuant to Chapter 110.1127, 435 and 943, Florida Statutes. Please note that, since this position requires CJIS clearance, the Department will have access to all an applicant’s criminal and juvenile delinquency records, even those that have been sealed or expunged.
- This position is eligible for overtime.
- This position may periodically be required to work outside regular business hours.
General Information
- The state of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. All selected applicants are required to provide identification and either proof of U.S. citizenship or proof of authorization to work in the U.S. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) does not participate in employment sponsorship for work visa status (e.g., H-1B) or for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT, STEM OPT).
- Applicants being considered for employment will be required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation, which will include a check of the criminal history records of the FBI. Fingerprints and associated information/biometrics will be retained in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification (NGI) system and fingerprints may continue to be compared against fingerprints submitted to or retained by NGI.
- In accordance with Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, male applicants who were required to register with the Selective Service System must provide proof of registration or documentation verifying exemption status during the hiring process.
- The elements of the selection process may include a skill assessment and/or oral interview.
- FLHSMV employees are paid once a month on the last workday of each month. All state employees are required to participate in the direct deposit program pursuant to s. 110.113 Florida Statutes.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee
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Who's Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in application programmer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field
- Proficiency in one or more languages such as Java, Python, C#, or COBOL
- Experience developing or maintaining business applications in an enterprise environment
- Familiarity with relational databases and SQL for data retrieval and manipulation
- Knowledge of software development life cycle methodologies including Agile or Waterfall
- Ability to analyze business requirements and translate them into functional application code
Tips for Your Application Programmer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the tech stack
Application programmer postings frequently list exact languages and platforms like Java, COBOL, SAP, or Oracle. Mirror the specific tools named in each job description rather than listing every technology you have ever touched.
Highlight business logic, not just code
Employers in this role care whether you can translate business requirements into working software. Describe the workflows, processes, or systems your code supported, not just the programming languages you used to build them.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists application programmer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by deployment environment
Some application programmer roles are on-premise mainframe work, others are cloud-based or hybrid. Filtering by keywords like mainframe, AWS, Azure, or on-prem helps you find openings that actually match your hands-on environment experience.
Prepare a working code sample for the screen
Many interviews for this role open with a take-home or live coding exercise tied to a business scenario. Have a recent, clean sample ready that shows data handling, error logic, and documentation, not just syntax.
Negotiate scope before discussing compensation
Application programmer roles vary widely in ownership, from maintaining legacy modules to leading full development cycles. Clarify what the role actually owns before salary talks, so you can anchor your ask to the real level of responsibility.
Application Programmer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most application programmers?
The most active employers for application programmers right now are Advancio, RAM Health, and Rocket Software, and the most openings are in Connecticut, Ohio, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest in industries with large internal software systems, such as financial services, healthcare, and government contracting.
How many application programmer jobs are remote?
About 67% of application programmer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by employer and tech stack. Roles built around modern cloud platforms and web-based enterprise software tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to legacy mainframe or on-premise systems are more likely to require an on-site presence.
How do you become an application programmer?
Start by earning a degree in computer science, software engineering, or information systems, or complete a rigorous coding program focused on enterprise development. Build proficiency in at least one widely used business programming language. Work on projects that mirror real application environments, such as building a data-driven tool or contributing to open-source business software. Apply to junior or associate-level positions that offer exposure to the full development cycle.
How do you get hired as an application programmer with little experience?
Focus on roles labeled associate, junior, or entry-level application developer, which are specifically scoped for candidates building their first professional experience. Demonstrate hands-on work through a portfolio of small business-oriented applications, even if self-initiated. Internships or co-op programs in IT departments at large organizations are a direct path in, as many convert to full-time roles. Certifications in a specific platform or language your target employers use can offset a thin work history.
What does the application programmer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter phone screen to confirm your background and technical foundation. A technical assessment follows, often a take-home exercise or a live coding session centered on a realistic business problem rather than abstract algorithms. Final rounds typically include a panel interview with the development team and a hiring manager conversation focused on how you approach requirements, debugging, and collaborating with non-technical stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to application programmer jobs?
You can find and apply to application programmer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your tech stack, experience level, and preferred work arrangement, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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