Applications Systems Specialist I - EHRA

State of North Carolina•Wake, NC

2d•$87,617 - $131,426•Hybrid

About The Position

The N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Services that NCDIT provides reach a client base of state and local government agencies, as well as schools, colleges and universities. NCDIT’s mission is to enable trusted business-driven solutions that meet the needs of North Carolinians. NCDIT provides technology services to state agencies and is charged with closing the digital divide by expanding availability of broadband services and promoting the adoption of affordable, high-speed internet. The position is designated Statutory Exempt (EHRA) and is exempt from the State Human Resources Act. This position may be eligible for hybrid remote work in accordance with state policy and the agency’s remote work program but does require weekly onsite work. The Applications Systems Specialist plays a critical role in directly supporting the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) as part of the Application Development (AD) section. The AD team is responsible for managing and supporting applications that facilitate the care, custody, and supervision of adult individuals sentenced for violations of North Carolina law. These applications are integral to the operations of the Division of Institutions and the Division of Community Supervision, providing custodial care, educational opportunities, and health services to incarcerated individuals, as well as supporting community-based supervision for those on probation, parole, or post-release supervision.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive experience in business application consulting or development; or Associate degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of progressive experience in business application consulting or development; or High School or General Education Development (GED) diploma and eight years of experience in business application consulting or development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

Experience with Spring related technologies
Development experience using AWS services

Responsibilities

Manage the entire software development lifecycle, including requirement gathering, technical and functional design documentation, development, testing, and deployment.
Develop, maintain, and enhance complex Java-based applications, ensuring they meet technical and business requirements.
Create detailed technical specifications, functional design documents, and comprehensive test plans to support development efforts.
Provide support and maintenance for legacy applications, including independently troubleshooting and resolving errors efficiently.
Work autonomously to manage project deliverables and timelines while ensuring high-quality outcomes.
Lead and mentor development teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards.
Collaborate effectively with other technical departments, such as infrastructure, database, and QA teams, to ensure seamless integration and delivery.
Communicate directly with non-technical stakeholders and clients, translating technical concepts into clear, actionable language to meet business needs.