Senior Developer (Information Systems Analyst II, Option A)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

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About The Position

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as a Senior Developer supporting the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM). In this role you will provide a full range of complex professional and advisory functions in IT applications services and coordinate and/or conduct complex application development on-site and at user provided facilities using designated software/programming language for database design, program design, and the supplied support tools for testing the new processes while implementing System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes. In addition, you will serve as a project lead on complex projects determining and coordinating project components such as project scheduling and assignments. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team! As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including: Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position) 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment) 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year 3 paid personal business days per year 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years 12 weeks of paid parental leave Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP) Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspxEssential Functions Under administrative direction, serves as a Senior Developer for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), supporting the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) providing a full range of complex, professional, and advisory functions in Information Technology (IT) application services. Serves as project leader on highly complex projects while independently planning, developing, and implementing techniques for gathering and interpreting data. Analyzes issues/problems and recommends new procedures and techniques to improve the supported application systems. Serves as a primary support for scheduled and remedial maintenance to the assigned applications. Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.
Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Application Services or a related Information Technology field.
Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Application Development utilizing C#, Visual Studio, .Net, Entity Framework, SQL Server, Microsoft Azure, and Azure DevOps, including building, enhancing, and maintain enterprise applications that adhere to established design and security standards.
Requires three (3) years of professional experience conducting highly complex research, system installations, configurations, testing, and implementation of enterprise-wide solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational architecture and operational objectives.
Requires three (3) years of professional experience analyzing system specifications and design logic to develop, test, debug, and deploy C# code with .net and Visual Studio to Azure DevOps, ensuring accuracy, maintainability, and compliance with SDLC requirements.
Requires the ability to verify identity.
Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois.
Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.
Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc.
Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. This is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of professional experience in Application Development utilizing C#, Visual Studio, .Net, Entity Framework, SQL Server, Microsoft Azure, and Azure DevOps, including building, enhancing, and maintain enterprise applications that adhere to established design and security standards.
Three (3) years of professional experience conducting highly complex research, system installations, configurations, testing, and implementation of enterprise-wide solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational architecture and operational objectives.
Three (3) years of professional experience analyzing system specifications and design logic to develop, test, debug, and deploy C# code with .net and Visual Studio to Azure DevOps, ensuring accuracy, maintainability, and compliance with SDLC requirements.
Three (3) years of professional experience in programming and database application development including designing database structures, optimizing queries, and integrating applications with SQL server and related technologies.
Two (2) years of professional experience leading application development projects, providing technical direction, coordinating resources, monitoring quality assurance activities, and ensuring successful delivery of complex system components or solutions.
One (1) year of professional experience performing business and systems analysis within a full System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including process flow documentation, requirements gathering, specification writing, and participation in testing and implementation activities.
Extensive knowledge of feasibility study methodologies, system conversion strategies, and analytical techniques used to evaluate system enhancements and recommend innovative, scalable, and secure technology solutions.
Ability to analyze data logically, apply sound professional judgement, and resolve complex operational or procedural issues through effective evaluation, problem-solving, and decision-making techniques.
Ability to develop and deliver clear, concise, and engaging presentations to diverse audiences, including technical staff, leadership, stakeholders, and end users.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts, prepare high‑quality technical documentation, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Serves as a Senior Developer for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), supporting the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) providing a full range of complex, professional, and advisory functions in Information Technology (IT) application services.
Serves as project leader on highly complex projects while independently planning, developing, and implementing techniques for gathering and interpreting data.
Analyzes issues/problems and recommends new procedures and techniques to improve the supported application systems.
Serves as a primary support for scheduled and remedial maintenance to the assigned applications.
Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
3 paid personal business days per year
13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
12 weeks of paid parental leave
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility