Review Vacancy
AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of
TitleIES App Dev Lead (Project Assistant) ref# 11276
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $96336 to $121413 Annually
Duties Description ITS provides operational support to state agencies on a 24x7x365 basis; some positions may be required to provide this critical service at any time.
Under the direction of a senior IES manager, the IES App Dev Lead will be assigned to the Integrated Eligibility System (IES) within the Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) and will develop critical applications to modernize state systems, including building and maintaining a data governance app, training staff, and executing a mainframe migration to PostgreSQL to improve system performance seamlessly.
Duties include but are not limited to the following:
• Build Apps: Create and maintain a new data governance app using Spring Boot, as well as other apps that will assist the IES Data Management and Migration Services.
• Train Users: Teach staff members how to use the new apps and systems.
• Modernize Systems: Manage moving data and services off old mainframe computers.
• Test New Plans: Run tests to move services to new background servers.
• Link Databases: Connect backend services to a PostgreSQL database.
• Keep It Smooth: Make sure users see no changes or downtime while updates happen.
Minimum Qualifications Six (6) years of experience in broad expansive Application Development with 1 year of experience in a supervisory role.
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field may substitute for two years of experience as described
Master’s Degree in Computer Science or related field may substitute for an additional year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience writing code with Java and Spring Boot.
• Knowledge of moving apps off old mainframe computers.
• Skill in using PostgreSQL databases.
• Ability to teach and train staff.
• Experience working in State Government
Additional Comments ITS will not offer permanent employment to any candidate unless the candidate provides documentation that they are authorized to accept work in the United States on a permanent basis. It is the policy of ITS not to hire F1 or H1 visa holders for permanent employment or to sponsor non-immigrant aliens for temporary work authorization visas or for permanent residence.
This position can be filled in Albany or NYC.
The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.
Benefits of Working for NYS
Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF.
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address PostingResponses@its.ny.gov
Address
Street Empire State Plaza, Swan Street Building, Core 4
PO Box 2062
Notes on ApplyingTo apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume indicating that you are applying for IES App Dev Lead (Project Assistant) Ref# 11276 and include the Vacancy ID in the subject line. In your cover letter, please clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications as stated above, and describe relevant experience for this position.
Fingerprinting will/may be required as part of a background check.