Computer Systems Engineer Sr (Vehicle Services), position No. 00096

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Richmond, VA

1d•$118,750 - $136,563•Onsite

About The Position

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is hiring for a Sr. Computer Systems Engineer – Vehicle Services for a position within its IT Services Department in Richmond, VA. This advanced technical position focuses on developing, integrating, implementing, and supporting information technology solutions for DMV’s vehicle-related programs and services, including vehicle titling, registration, license plates, and dealer transactions. The position collaborates with business areas, technical teams, and external partners to research, design, and implement solutions that support agency objectives and modernization efforts while maintaining the security, reliability, and operational integrity of DMV’s vehicle systems. The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and ID card holders with over 8.4 million registered vehicles. In addition, DMV serves a wide array of businesses, including dealers, fuels tax customers, rental companies, driving schools, other state agencies, local governments, and non-profit organizations. DMV operates upon five fundamental core values: Trustworthiness, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Teamwork (TRAIT). We don’t just talk about our core values, we live them!

Requirements

Considerable knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies, and the software development lifecycle.
Demonstrated ability to independently design, develop, test, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot complex mainframe applications in accordance with documented business requirements, technical standards, security requirements, and established development practices.
Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership and consultation for complex system changes, major implementations, and production issues to junior staff.
Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive analysis of application code, system data, batch processing, job output, and interfaces to identify root causes, evaluate impacts across related systems, and develop effective technical solutions.
Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate complex assignments, establish priorities, manage competing deadlines, maintain comprehensive technical and project documentation, and proactively communicate risks, dependencies, and delays.
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences and collaborate effectively with developers, business users, testing teams, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and achieve project objectives.
Demonstrated ability to identify system enhancements and issues and recommend changes and improvements to the system.
Demonstrated ability to assess the impact of proposed changes across multiple applications, interfaces, batch processes, and business functions and recommend implementation approaches that minimize risk.
Experience with NaturalONE programming, ADABAS database management systems, TSO, COM-PLETE, JCL and other mainframe technologies.
Familiarity with .NET/SQL Server.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with iterative development, Scrum practices, backlog management, and participation in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
Exposure to projects involving the integration of legacy mainframe applications with modern platforms, services, or interfaces is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Developing, integrating, implementing, and supporting information technology solutions for DMV’s vehicle-related programs and services.
Collaborating with business areas, technical teams, and external partners to research, design, and implement solutions.
Maintaining the security, reliability, and operational integrity of DMV’s vehicle systems.
Providing technical leadership and consultation for complex system changes, major implementations, and production issues to junior staff.
Performing comprehensive analysis of application code, system data, batch processing, job output, and interfaces to identify root causes, evaluate impacts across related systems, and develop effective technical solutions.
Planning and coordinating complex assignments, establishing priorities, managing competing deadlines, maintaining comprehensive technical and project documentation, and proactively communicating risks, dependencies, and delays.
Communicating complex technical information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences and collaborating effectively with developers, business users, testing teams, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and achieve project objectives.
Identifying system enhancements and issues and recommending changes and improvements to the system.
Assessing the impact of proposed changes across multiple applications, interfaces, batch processes, and business functions and recommending implementation approaches that minimize risk.

Benefits

Confirmation of receipt when application and/or résumé is submitted successfully.
Selected candidate(s) must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form.
DMV participates in E-Verify.
All applicants for employment must consent to a background check.
Selected candidates must consent to a fingerprint-based criminal history check, driver record check, and background investigation, if applicable.
DMV will be alerted of any convictions for moving violations, including license suspension.
Submission of an online application is required.
DMV does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc., in any other format.
When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience and years of experience to properly assess your skills in the screening process.
Candidates are evaluated based on information provided in the application materials.
Missing information cannot be assumed.
Support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.
Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter [https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx] or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.