Full Stack Web Developer

The Department of Social Services (DSS) is comprised of the administrative units of the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) and the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). HRA is dedicated to fighting poverty and income inequality by providing New Yorkers in need with essential benefits such as Food Assistance and Emergency Rental Assistance. DHS is committed to preventing and addressing homelessness in New York City by employing a variety of innovative strategies to help families and individuals successfully exit shelter and return to self-sufficiency as quickly as possible.

Information Technology Services (ITS) is DSS's technology services organization. Its mission is to support the daily, emergent, and long-term needs of both agencies. ITS creates and enhances the technology infrastructure and computer applications that support HRA and DHS and develops applications, including a variety of client eligibility and recertification systems, case management systems, housing systems, employment/work engagement services, revenue producing computer matches, claiming systems, and personnel systems.

Information Technology Systems (ITS) is recruiting for one (1) IT Project Specialists, to function as a Full Stack Web Developer, who will:

• Plan and lead the activities of multiple projects, including development, design, maintenance, and

documentation of complex applications using .NET technologies.

• Hold senior-level technical responsibility for maintaining and supporting the ongoing application

enhancement, development, implementation of critical WEB based applications for Office of

Homelessness Prevention Administration (HPA) program areas.

• Coordinate the design, development, installation, customization, testing, implementation, and

support of HPA projects.

• Develop highly complex WEB based applications using Agile methodology.

• Build and maintain backend dataflow job using Microsoft SSIS package.

• Develop customized reports using Microsoft SSRS and PowerBI tool.

• Troubleshoot problems, provide technical assistance and solutions for application team and users.

• Research and provide technical advice and expertise on strategic/tools for software development

and enhancement.

• Communicate with users and other stakeholders to specify objectives for the proper planning and

development of new systems.

Work Location: 15 Metrotech Center Brooklyn, NY

Hours/Shift: Normal Business Hours

Minimum Qualifications

1.A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in computer science, engineering, human computer interaction, interactive media, digital and graphics design, data visualization, communication or a related field, and four years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position and a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology and/or domain; or

2.An associate degree from an accredited college in computer science, engineering, human computer interaction, interactive media, digital and graphics design, data visualization, communication or a related field, and six years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position and a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology and/or domain; or

3.A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, and eight years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position and a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology and/or domain; or

4.Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above.

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency in web development using Agile methodology and up-to-date web technology such as Angular 8+, bootstrap and identity server.

• Ability to analyze, design and document applications that meet user or agency requirements and the ability to resolve difficult technical issues.

• Extensive experiences in leading and managing application development group engaged in .Net technologies and related software development, version control platforms and tools, such as ASP.NET/MVC.NET/.NET Core, C# and Azure DevOps etc.

• Hands-on experience in developing complex database objects using MS SQL server and Oracle database.

• Extensive experiences in designing complex customized report development using MS SSRS and PowerBI tool.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong initiative and ability to perform as technical lead.

• Ability to communicate with users, oversight agencies and other ITS Units and to complete assigned work under general direction.

• Strong organization skills

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

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.