Software Developer Accela Platform

Please note:

This is 100% Onsite role in Seattle, WA

Duration of Contract : 2 years

Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week)

Position Summary:

Accela Developer will support the Client in developing and maintaining custom configurations, scripts, integrations, and reports on the Accela Civic Platform.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with municipal Accela environments and possess strong skills in Accela scripting, MSSQL, SSRS, and external integrations with tools like Bluebeam and ESRI ArcGIS.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, configure, and maintain Client's Accela implementation: record types, scrip, expressions, SQL, integrations, and payment adapters.

Develop new record types, workflows, and enhancements in line with evolving business needs (e.g., Construction Management Plan Amendment Process, Sound Transit Phase 3).

Support migration efforts to the new Accela Portal experience.

Develop SSRS reports, SQL database views, and stored procedures for reporting needs.

Maintain integrations with external systems such as Bluebeam, ESRI ArcGIS, and Hansen 8.

Package and deploy Accela releases (scheduled and off-cycle).

Maintain and update specification documents and code comments.

Ensure compliance with City and Client development standards.

Mentor team members on Accela best practices and new platform features.

Liaise with the EPIC team and Accela on platform-related defects.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

5+ years of experience with Accela Automation, Citizen Access, and scripting (EMSE, JavaScript).

3+ years of experience working with Accela in a municipal or DOT environment.

5+ years of experience with SSRS and SQL Server (views, procedures, database design).

Hands-on experience with Accela APIs, Bluebeam integration, and ArcGIS.

Strong documentation and communication skills.