Public Health Senior Software Developer
About The Position
The Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Public Health Senior Software Developer to lead the development, integration, and automation of mission-critical applications that support public health operations across San Bernardino County. This role will serve as the technical lead for all application development initiatives, with a focus on advancing Public Health programs through application development, data analytics, data automation, and scalable digital solutions that enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Four (4) years of full-time equivalent progressively responsible experience within the past five (5) years, in application development, planning and performing systems analysis which including one (1) year in a lead or senior developer role.
- Qualifying experience must include use of all the following:
- programming languages such as C#, Java, Python, or JavaScript
- database design and management (SQL Server and Oracle)
- DevOps practices, version control (e.g., Git), and CI/CD pipelines
- Power Apps/Power Automate Power BI
- Must possess thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units in programming, computer science, software engineering, or related field.
- One (1) additional year of qualifying work experience may substitute for the education requirement.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a public sector or healthcare environment and possession of formal training or certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, Agile) and relevant technologies (e.g., Microsoft, AWS, HL7) is highly desirable.
- EHR systems, HL7/FHIR standards, and public health data workflows is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of custom applications and automation tools supporting Public Health programs, including Public Health systems and data integration platforms.
- Serve as the primary technical liaison for application development projects, collaborating with clinical informatics, statistical analysts, and program stakeholders.
- Architect and implement scalable solutions that align with strategic goals for digital transformation and public health modernization.
- Oversee the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, coding, testing, deployment, and documentation.
- Develop and maintain APIs and data pipelines to support interoperability between internal systems and external partners.
- Integrate AI-driven tools and techniques to improve application performance, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance data-driven decision-making.
- Apply project management best practices to plan, execute, and monitor development initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment.
- Promote fiscal responsibility by evaluating technology investments for cost-effectiveness and long-term value.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior analysts and developers.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, security protocols, and county IT governance standards.
- Participate in strategic planning for future-state IT infrastructure and application ecosystems.
Benefits
- Summary of Benefits
- Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
Associate degree
