Senior AI Applications Developer (Information Technology Analyst 3)

New Jersey Courts•Trenton, NJ

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The New Jersey Judiciary Information Technology Office is hiring a senior-level developer to advance its artificial intelligence initiatives and deliver AI-powered applications that support the Judiciary’s mission. The role is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and supporting complex AI-enabled applications and services throughout the software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and architecture through deployment, optimization, and production support. The developer will use a spec-driven methodology and collaborate with business users, technical teams, and leadership to deliver scalable, secure, and effective solutions. The role also contributes to proofs of concept, application modernization, and multiple concurrent development efforts, using tools and technologies that include Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, AWS Transform, Playwright, and large language models. The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to three days of remote work outside Judiciary buildings. Participation requires high-speed home internet access and installation of a multifactor authentication app on a phone or tablet. Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function. The salary range is $94,668.29–$133,073.24 for Schedule A and $94,668.29–$126,419.57 for Schedule B. Newly hired employees will normally start at the minimum of the applicable range. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of qualifying professional experience, subject to the stated education and experience substitutions. Newly hired employees must pass a background check, including fingerprinting, and generally must establish and maintain principal residence in New Jersey within one year of hire.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to computer science, information technology, or the area of application, and three years of qualifying professional experience.
Qualifying experience may include analyzing, designing, programming, troubleshooting, resolving technical problems, testing, defining business requirements, training, or installing computer systems applications; telecommunications or network planning and implementation; system software maintenance; business analysis; business analytics; or data analytics.
Applicants may qualify through the listed substitutions for education and experience, including specified combinations of additional IT experience, bachelor’s or associate degrees, a related master’s degree, or qualifying Judiciary internships.
Ability to maintain regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite.
Authorization to work in the United States under applicable Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.
Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that includes fingerprinting.
Newly hired employees are generally required to establish and maintain principal residence in New Jersey within one year, subject to available exemptions.

Nice To Haves

Significant experience in application design, development, testing, implementation, and support in enterprise environments.
Strong programming experience with Python, JavaScript, React, or similar modern development languages and frameworks.
Experience with AI tools, large language models, machine-learning concepts, or AI-assisted software development platforms.
Demonstrated ability to design and deliver complex technical solutions and support multiple concurrent development efforts.
Experience with systems integration, application modernization, automation, and scalable, maintainable software solutions.
Experience designing and deploying solutions on AWS or other cloud platforms.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to lead technical initiatives, mentor others, and work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to adapt to emerging technologies and contribute to innovation in a fast-paced development environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, implementation, and support of AI-powered applications using modern development tools throughout the software development lifecycle.
Architect and develop agentic AI workflows and intelligent application features to improve business processes, operational efficiency, and technical service delivery.
Analyze business and system requirements and translate them into scalable, maintainable, and secure AI-based technical solutions.
Provide technical leadership in integrating AI and machine-learning capabilities into new and existing Judiciary applications and enterprise systems.
Lead legacy application re-engineering and modernization efforts, incorporating AI-driven capabilities and current development practices.
Evaluate emerging AI tools, platforms, models, and vendors, and recommend adoption, implementation, and strategic use.
Develop proofs of concept, prototypes, and pilot applications to assess the feasibility and value of new AI technologies.
Collaborate with business users, project teams, developers, and stakeholders to define requirements, establish technical direction, and deliver solutions.
Support testing, performance tuning, deployment planning, troubleshooting, and post-production maintenance for AI-enabled systems.
Establish and promote development standards, coding practices, testing strategies, and documentation for AI application development.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior developers and other team members on AI development approaches, tools, and best practices.
Keep current with AI, machine learning, large language models, prompt engineering, and automation technologies, and apply that knowledge to improve Judiciary operations and services.