Government Representative 2 (Solutions Architect) - Posting #340-25

Government Representative 2 (Solutions Architect) - Posting #340-25

The Department of Children and Families, Office of Information Technology seeks a talented individual to fill a Government Representative 2 position. This position would act as a Solutions Architect within the Application Development Unit.

NOTE: This position is located in Trenton, NJ and may be eligible to work remotely for up to two days in a calendar week.

The preferred candidate will possess skills in the following areas:

Solution Design and Development:

* Design and develop comprehensive technical solutions that meet business requirements.

* Create detailed architecture documentation, including system diagrams, data flow diagrams, and technical specifications.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

* Collaborate with business stakeholders, product managers, and development teams to understand requirements and provide architectural solutions.

* Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather requirements and ensure alignment with architectural goals.

Technology Evaluation and Selection:

* Evaluate and recommend technologies, tools, and frameworks to be used in solution development.

* Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure solutions are innovative and effective.

System Integration:

* Ensure seamless integration of new solutions with existing systems and infrastructure.

* Develop strategies for data migration and system interoperability.

Performance and Scalability:

* Design solutions that are performant, scalable, and resilient.

* Conduct performance testing and optimization of solutions.

Security and Compliance:

* Ensure that solutions adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements.

* Implement security measures and conduct security reviews of solutions.

Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:

* Maintain up-to-date documentation of architectural decisions and solutions.

* Share knowledge through presentations, training sessions, and documentation.

Continuous Improvement:

* Identify opportunities for process and solution improvements.

* Drive initiatives to enhance the overall quality and efficiency of solutions.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a field related to Information Technology.

EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years of programming, systems analysis or computer analysis experience.

NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience as indicated above on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of experience.

NOTE: Master's degree in an Information Technology field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

RESUME NOTE: Eligibility determinations will be based upon information presented on the resume only. Applicants who possess a degree from a college or university outside the United States must provide an evaluation of one's transcripts from a recognized evaluation service at the time of submission by the above closing date. Failure to do so may result in your ineligibility.

SALARY: $110,000 - $140,000 commensurate with education and experience.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The Department of Children and Families provides many employee benefits, including but not limited to:

* Alternative Workweek Program*

* Deferred Compensation

* Health, Dental and Life Insurance

* Flexible and Health Spending Accounts

* Pension

* Telework*

* Public Service Loan Forgiveness

* Benefit Leave (Vacation, Sick, Administrative Leave)

* 13 Paid Holidays

*Pursuant to Department policy, procedures and/or guidelines.

TO APPLY: You must submit a cover letter and resume as a single PDF document, saving the file by your Last Name, First Name.

Please indicate in your cover letter the Posting # and where you found this job opportunity. Send the file to:

LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS: As a prospective employee of the State of New Jersey, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at .

SAME APPLICANTS: If you are applying under the NJ "SAME" program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program visit their Website at: , email: , or call CSC at , option 3.

RESIDENCY: Effective 9/1/11, NJ PL 70 (NJ First Act), requires all State employees to reside in New Jersey, unless exempted under the law, or current employees who live out-of-state and do not have a break-in service of more than 7 calendar days, as they are "grandfathered." New employees or current employees who were not grandfathered and who live out-of-state have one year after the date of employment to relocate their residence to New Jersey or request an exemption. Current employees who reside in NJ must retain NJ residency, unless he/she obtains an exemption. Employees who fail to meet the residency requirements or obtain an exemption will be removed from employment.

The Department of Children and Families is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment which reflects the diversity of the state we serve.