Job Description
APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE CERTIFIED IT DEVELOPER (APPLICATIONS) CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OR HAVE A COMPARABLE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE IN ORDER TO APPLY
NYCERS IT/Applications Support unit is seeking a highly technical certified IT applications developer. Under general direction, with broad scope for the exercise of independent initiative and judgment, supervises more than one unit or projects involving planning, designing, configuring, installing, testing, troubleshooting, integrating, performance monitoring, maintaining, enhancing, security management, and support of complex computer applications programs; or supervises unit supervisors, project leaders and their subordinates, instructing, directing and checking their work. In the temporary absence of the supervisor, may perform the duties of that position. This role will be responsible for the design, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of custom applications which support the agency. This will include design and development of web-based applications using Java 8/J2EE, SQL, and REST web services as well as; Planet Press, XSLT/FOP and SQL stored procedure development and analysis.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- 5 years of experience developing large JAVA/J2EE applications.
- 3 years development experience with Planet Press 7 and Connect
- 3 years development experience using XSLT, FOP and Adobe Acrobat
- Experience working on Java 8 and working with MVC architecture.
- Experience working in IntelliJ or Rational Application Developer (v8.0 or later) IDE environment.
- Experience configuring WebSphere Application Server 8.0.x for JDBC, JNDI, Web Application security and cache.
- Experience with JSON and REST framework.
- Experience in database design, stored procedures and SQL in MS SQL 2008-2020
- Experience using GIT.
Able to multi-task and be pro-active in project planning, requirements gathering and setting priorities based on impact and risk to the business without supervision. Able to write clear documentation.
CERT IT DEVELOPER (APP) - 13643
Professional/Vendor Certification, Education and Experience Requirements: You must have current professional/vendor certifications.
In addition, you must have one of the following:
1. A masters degree in computer science or a related field from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) AND 12 months of satisfactory full-time (not classroom based) specialized experience in computer applications development planning, design, configuration, installation, troubleshooting, integration, performance monitoring, maintenance, enhancement, and security management as described in the following nine Major Task Groups in the IT Titles Task Inventory*: Applications Development; Web Development, Design, and Maintenance; Business/Systems Analysis; Project Management Support; Application Design; GIS Structures, Spatial Analysis, and Mapping Principles; Testing; Technical Writing; and Version Control; OR
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) AND 24 months of satisfactory full-time (not classroom based) specialized experience as described in “1” above; OR
3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization AND 24 months of satisfactory full-time (not classroom based) specialized experience as described in “1” above plus 48 months of information technology experience as described in the IT Task Inventory *; OR
4. A satisfactory combination of education and experience which is equivalent to “3” above. Education may be substituted for the information technology experience on the basis of 30 semester credits from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) is equivalent to 12 months of experience, up to a maximum of 48 months. However, if you qualify under options “2,” “3” or “4,” you must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization and at least 24 months of satisfactory full-time (not classroom based) specialized information technology experience as described in “1” above.
1-3 years of experience in Salesforce administration as well as development using Apex, Vlocity. Should have one of the following Java Certifications: Oracle Certified Professional Java Programmer Oracle Certified Master Java Developer Certified SalesForce App Builder Oracle Certified Master Java Developer Certified SalesForce Platform Developer I Oracle Certified Professional Java Programmer Certified SalesForce Administrator Oracle Certified Associate Java Programmer Oracle Certified Associate Java Programmer Oracle Certified Java Persistence API Developer Oracle Certified Expert, Java EE 6 Web Services Developer Oracle Certified Expert, Java EE 6 Enterprise JavaBeans Developer Oracle Certified Master Java Enterprise Architect Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE Programmer Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 7 Programmer Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 6 Programmer Oracle Certified Master, Java EE 6 Enterprise Architect Oracle Certified Expert, Java EE 6 Web Component Developer
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, 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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
New York City Residency is not required for this position
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Job ID
772090
Posted until
2026-04-18
Title code
13643
Civil service title
CERT IT DEVELOPER (APP)
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Certified IT Developer Applications, Level III
- Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
03
Number of positions
1
Work location
335 Adams Street, Brooklyn Ny
- Technology, Data & Innovation