JC-492352 - Lead Developer & Administrator
This is a reposting of JC-469380 to increase the candidate pool; previous applicants do not need to reapply. Your application is still in consideration.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) plays a crucial role in protecting and improving the health of all Californians. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, touch the lives of everyone who calls California home, and the millions who visit here each year.
The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD), within CDPH, is dedicated to embracing technology to create customer-focused solutions that meet customer expectations and support public health outcomes.
We are committed to modernizing public health systems. This involves leveraging modern technology and innovative solutions to transform legacy systems into efficient, data-driven platforms.
Our mission is to provide information technology services that support the science and operations of the California public health enterprise.
Our vision is to for a public health information technology ecosystem that advances the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities.
* The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
*The CDPH is not currently an E-Verify employer.
Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by creating customer-focused solutions that are responsive and agile; supporting a modern infrastructure, tools, architecture, and standards; to effectively provide efficient services following service level agreements. The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) leverages data and technology to create sustainability across CDPH by creating efficient solutions that meet customer expectations and reduce waste. Additionally, the division is dedicated to creating innovative solutions, strengthening partnerships and collaborations, and embracing technology.
Under general direction of the Information Technology Manager (ITM) I, Chief, Public Health Applications and Technology Section (PHATS), the Information Technology Specialist (ITS) II serves as the lead developer, architect, and administrator for all low-code/no-code platforms, including Microsoft Power Platform.
This position provides technical leadership in solution architecture, platform integration, and development standards. The ITS II leads a team of developers, oversees system administration, and ensures alignment with CDPH’s Vision 2035 for modern, cloud-based public health systems.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of applications and solutions.
- Architect and maintain Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions.
- Administer and configure identity and access management tools such as Okta.
- Manage CI/CD pipelines using Octopus Deploy and support DevOps practices.
- Develop and maintain applications using .NET, JavaScript, HTML, XML, and JSON.
- Integrate systems and manage data migrations across platforms.
- Deploy and manage mobile applications in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
- Configure and monitor Microsoft Azure services, including App Services, Logic Apps, Azure SQL, and Log Analytics.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and documentation.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align solutions with business needs.
- Participate in after-hours change release coordination and production support.
The ITS II performs duties within the System Engineering, Software Engineering and Business Technology Management domains.
In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
- Proven ability to lead the design and architecture of enterprise applications and integrations.
- Experience translating business requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable technical solutions.
- Advanced proficiency in low-code/no-code development using Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages, Dataverse).
- Experience developing and maintaining solutions in Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Strong knowledge of system administration and configuration of Okta for identity and access management.
- Experience with mobile application deployment and release management for the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, including administration, compliance, and versioning processes.
- Experience with Octopus Deploy and CI/CD pipeline implementation.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools for cloud and hybrid environments.
- Proficient in Microsoft Azure services, including App Services, Azure Active Directory, Logic Apps, Azure SQL, Log Analytics, and Kusto Query Language (KQL).
- Proficiency in application development using .NET (C#, ASP.NET, VB.NET), JavaScript, HTML, XML, and JSON.
- Experience with system integrations, data migrations, and API development.
- Understanding of AI capabilities and integration into business applications (e.g., Power Platform Copilot, Azure AI services).
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor developers.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=492352
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.