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Location

Sacramento County, CA | United States

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Job description

Job Description and Duties

The CDE software development teams for student and school data systems is looking for a software developer to provide ongoing support, and implement new features for the Department's public reporting web application, DataQuest working with the Accountability, Measurement and Reporting Division.

Performs system development for information technology (IT) systems using standard system development lifecycle methodologies (e.g. Agile) and following industry-standard development and security practices. System development includes the following:

• Designing custom IT systems, including all system components (e.g. web, desktop, server, API, databases, etc.) using department and industry standards and methodologies.

• Developing custom IT systems, including all system components (e.g. web, desktop, server, API, databases, etc.) using department and industry standards and methodologies.

• Implementing, testing, deploying (release management) and configuring IT systems (custom, commercial-off-the-shelf, etc.), including all system components (e.g. web, desktop, server, API, databases, etc.).

• Enhancing, maintaining, resolving and tracking defects of existing IT systems.

• Develop and maintain IT system documentation (e.g. design, coding, testing, etc.).

• Using the appropriate tools related to system development (e.g. source control, integrated development environment, etc.).

Analyzes and documents business processes as part of the system development lifecycle. Includes the coordination and consultation with program office staff and management to identify, analyze, and document business, functional, and technical requirements, necessary for IT system development. Develop research analysis reports related to technology solutions or products.

Develops project plans, schedules, and time estimates for custom IT systems. Effectively communicates (verbal, written) with colleagues, customers, and the Technology Services Division (TSD) managers and supervisors, reporting project status reports and providing project documentation, as required. Lead or direct the documentation of business processes or work flows, as necessary.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. A hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and physically reporting to the office. This position is remote-centered.

Special Requirements

Individuals MUST have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at:

Information Technology Specialist I:

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience developing web applications in a cloud-first environment including using Software as a Service and Platform as a Service features.

• Experience with application development (i.e. web, console, interfaces, etc.).

• Experience with database development (i.e. design, stored procedures, views, etc.).

• Experience with user interface design, including web accessibility.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website:

Additional Application Information

• How to Apply for state jobs:
• Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers Account is highly recommended .
• Important: Make sure your contact information, i.e., address, phone number(s), etc., is current in your CalCareers Account.
• DO NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State Application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, age, student identification number, driver license (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status.
• Incomplete or late application packages will NOT be considered.
• In order for experience to be considered, applications must be completed fully, including the “From” and “To” employment dates, “Hours Per Week”, employer contact information, and “Duties Performed" fields for all jobs listed in the “Employment History” (Resumes do not take the place of these fields on the STD. 678). For civil service classifications, do not use working titles.
• If you choose to not submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), please use the revised 10/2023 version.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation.
• Please note that the CalCareer system  will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Interested individuals MUST submit an SOQ with their application. The SOQ should have a title of "Statement of Qualifications, Your Name", be no more than 3  pages, no smaller than 12 point font, and address the following:

  Describe your experience as it relates to each of the “Desired Qualifications” listed.

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