Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleIES Developer (Project Assistant) ref# 10990-91

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 40 North Pearl Street

May be filled in NYC or other locations in New York.

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12207

Job Specifics

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 program manager, the IES Developer will be assigned to the Integrated Eligibility System (IES) within the Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) and will focus on the creation of software applications within IES. The incumbent will build, test, and deploy scalable web services, ensuring high-quality code and optimal performance across various platforms, and will participate in the strategy, direction, and execution of all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle. This role will work with Developers, App Leads, DevOps, Architects, and other teams across ITS adhering to industry, state, and federal standards, ensuring that the IES applications are integrated efficiently with state and local systems.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following;
• Design, develop, and maintain web-based applications from concept to deployment.
• Develop and maintain robust, scalable back-end services and APIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, product managers, and other developers to meet project milestones.
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security across mobile and desktop devices.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems to ensure high-quality software output.
• Maintain and upgrade applications following deployment.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to best practices.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

Four (4) years of hands-on, professional experience in building software applications employing server-side language such as Python, Ruby .NET, Java Node.js as well as experience with database technologies such as MSSQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB
.
A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field may substitute for 2 years of experience.
A Master’s degree in computer science ore related field may substitute for an additional year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with front-end development in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks (i.e., React, Angular, Vue.js)
• Experience with cloud platforms (i.e., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
• Knowledge of containerization tools such as Docker
• Experience building responsive, user-friendly interfaces using modern front-end frameworks
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork abilities

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 posting may fill multiple vacancies.

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.

How to Apply

Name human.resources

Telephone 518-473-0398

Fax 518-402-4924

Email Address PostingResponses@its.ny.gov

Address

Street Empire State Plaza, Swan Street Building, Core 4

PO Box 2062

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

 

Notes on ApplyingTo apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume indicating that you are applying for IES Developer (Project Assistant) Ref# 10990-91 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.