Summary

This is a full-time position with the Information Technology at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.

Closing Date: Tuesday, 02/03/2026, 11:59 PM ET

Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

The software developer will perform the full range of tasks and activities involved in developing, supporting and administering the Court's web-based software applications for the Court's Intranet and Internet website. The developer will be involved in the full project development lifecycle, including user requirements analysis, logical/physical design and development, quality assurance testing, training and implementation. The candidate will participate in or oversee software development or system upgrade activities and projects that provide web-based systems responsive to the needs of the Court and the website's users and will be responsible for responding to any software-related problems or issues at the site.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)
Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See: www.sss.gov

Qualifications

Candidates must possess good communications skills, experience gathering software requirements from and providing technical assistance to computer users and experience developing web applications. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet goals and deadlines and the ability to work with a minimum of guidance are all required. Candidates must have at least 3 years technical experience in web-based software development activities. Essential Requirements: Knowledge of and the ability and desire to learn, Azure DevOps, JavaScript (and JavaScript frameworks), Microsoft .NET (C#), Microsoft .NET Core, CSS, SSRS/PowerBi. Additional Skills: SQL Server 2016/2019/2022, VB.NET, XML/XSLT, Office Automation, Telerik tools. Some travel and occasional irregular hours may be required. Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.

Education

Candidates must have a college degree (Computer Science or related preferred) or equivalent experience.

Additional information

Working for the Supreme Court of the United States offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and the SmartBenefits transit subsidy.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review and assess your application package in comparison with the posted qualifications for the position.

Your answers to the assessment questionnaire are required and will be used to evaluate your application. To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12868650

Required Documents

The following documents are required:

A cover letter
A resume

How to Apply

You must upload the cover letter and resume. These two documents are required and must be received by the closing date, 02/03/2026, in order to be considered. Please submit only these documents unless you have prior federal and/or military experience. In that case your most recent SF-50, Statement of Service, and/or DD-214 will also be required.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJobs account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJobs resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJobs account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJobs account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account or your application will be incomplete.

Agency contact information

Human Resources Office

Phone: (202) 479-3404
Email: hr@supremecourt.gov

Address: Supreme Court of the United States
1 First Street NE
Washington, DC 20543
US

Next steps

Upon submission, you will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application. Please be advised that your application will not be considered complete unless all of the required documents have been received. All applicants will be notified once a selection has been made.

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