Review Vacancy
AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of
TitleIES Java Developer (Project Assistant) ref# 10988-89
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 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 program manager, the IES Java Developer will be assigned to the Integrated Eligibility System (IES) within the Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) and will design, develop, and deploy high-performance, scalable Java-based applications for mission-critical systems. The incumbent will be responsible for the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring code quality, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.
Duties include but are not limited to the following:
• Design & Development: Design and implementation of complex, scalable Java application modules, ensuring high performance and low latency.
• Technical Knowledge: Act as a subject matter expert on Core Java and the Spring Framework, guiding architectural decisions.
• Code Quality: Perform in-depth code reviews, enforce coding standards, and implement Test-Driven Development (TDD) best practices.
• Production Support: Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve critical production issues, providing Tier 3 support when necessary.
• Cloud & DevOps: Utilize CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins), containerization tools (Docker/Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) for deployment.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including API designs and architectural diagrams.
Minimum Qualifications Under the direction of a senior program manager, the IES Java Developer will be assigned to the Integrated Eligibility System (IES) within the Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) and will design, develop, and deploy high-performance, scalable Java-based applications for mission-critical systems. The incumbent will be responsible for the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring code quality, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.
Duties include but are not limited to the following:
• Design & Development: Design and implementation of complex, scalable Java application modules, ensuring high performance and low latency.
• Technical Knowledge: Act as a subject matter expert on Core Java and the Spring Framework, guiding architectural decisions.
• Code Quality: Perform in-depth code reviews, enforce coding standards, and implement Test-Driven Development (TDD) best practices.
• Production Support: Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve critical production issues, providing Tier 3 support when necessary.
• Cloud & DevOps: Utilize CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins), containerization tools (Docker/Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) for deployment.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including API designs and architectural diagrams.
Minimum Qualifications:
Four (4) years of hands-on professional Java backend development experience including Deep expertise in Java 8/11/17+, JVM internals, and multithreading and experience with Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and Hibernate/JPA.
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or Business Administration may substitute for 2 years of experience
Masters Degree in Information Technology or Business Administration may substitute for an additional year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with front-end technologies (React, Angular) is a plus.
• Proficiency in SQL and relational database design (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Strong understanding of Microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and SOAP.Version.
• Expert-level Git proficiency.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills to translate complex technical concepts into business terms.
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.
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 Java Developer (Project Assistant) Ref# 10988-89 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.